Sydney Hargrove, Author at Secret NYC

Sydney Hargrove is a born and raised New Yorker living in Manhattan and is Secret NYC's Newest Junior Staff Writer. A writer for over 7 years, she has words in TODAY.com, Dorm Therapy, The Knockturnal and more. She loves interior design, exploring her favorite city, live music and making her own jewelry. Contact: sydney.hargrove@feverup.com

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A massive glow-in-the-dark seesaw playground for all ages is taking over Midtown this summer — and it’s completely free to ride

Growing up doesn't have to mean giving up the playground, especially here in NYC. This summer, one of childhood's most iconic pastimes is getting a larger-than-life glow-up as a set of giant illuminat...

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Just 1 hour from NYC: This classic 5-day summer fair by the beach kicks off this week— with iconic carnival bites, fireworks, and $10 entry

If mid-summer calls for anything, it’s rides and funnel cake. Luckily, New Yorkers looking for an easy, nostalgic summer escape won’t have to travel far this week, as one of New Jersey’s most cherished su...

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FIFA is selling pieces of the 2026 World Cup final pitch—and fans are stunned by the price

FIFA is selling authenticated pieces of the 2026 World Cup final pitch from New York New Jersey Stadium, with limited-edition collectibles at shocking price ranges. Not everyone gets to take home the Wor...

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This New York state park is home to a waterfall taller than Niagara—plus a swimming beach, waterfront camping & gorge hikes

If you're looking to squeeze one last adventure out of the weekend, this Upstate New York gem checks nearly every box. Just a road trip from NYC, Taughannock Falls State Park is home to one of the tall...

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Just a road trip from NYC: This massive dinosaur park has 60+ life-size dinosaurs, fossil digs & a dino splash pad

School’s out for the summer here in NYC, and many families are searching for day trips that will keep kids entertained beyond the usual playground or beach. If you're looking for a family-friendly day tri...

This massive NYC housing lottery offers brand-new luxury Hell’s Kitchen apartments from $1,031—but applications close in 3 days

Finding an affordable apartment in Midtown Manhattan is about as common as finding a seat on a packed rush-hour subway. But every now and then, a housing lottery comes along that makes the impossible seem...

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Planning a New York road trip? This one-time pass gets you unlimited access to more than 250 of the state’s parks, beaches, and historic sites

There's something about a New York road trip that never gets old. Maybe it's pulling over for a hidden waterfall, spending the afternoon at a quiet lake, wandering through centuries-old historic sites, or...

NYC is giving away free KN95 masks as wildfire smoke pushes air quality to unhealthy levels — here’s where to get one and how to stay safe

Summer in NYC usually means keeping one eye on the weather forecast—but lately, it's not just the temperature New Yorkers have to worry about. Between dangerous heat and smoke drifting south from Cana...

United Airlines’ newest economy rows let travelers book a guaranteed empty middle seat for the first time ever — here’s how it works

One of the greatest feelings in air travel (sorry to everyone we’ve ever had as a seatmate) is settling into your row, glancing over...and realizing no one claimed the middle seat. Suddenly the flight fee...

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NY’s largest state park is a 65,000-acre prehistoric wilderness with an ancient ‘rock city’, hidden bear caves & lakeside sandy beaches perfect for a summer escape

When you think of escaping the city for some summer fun, your mind might instantly drift to the beaches of the Hamptons or the bustling trails of the Hudson Valley. But if you’re willing to look a little f...