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Going to New York City for the first time is unquestionably overwhelming: the sights, the sounds, the smells, the tastes, the feels. There’s so much to do in so little time. How will you fit in the Hudson Yards, Empire State Building, Central Park and all the bars, restaurants, and shops you’ve been IG stalking for ages? Ask anyone who’s been to NYC one time or someone who’s lived there for years, and you’ll be even more inundated with amazing recommendations and opinions about the “best” way to see the city. One thing is for sure: you definitely don’t want to get stuck in tourist traps where you’re packed like sardines and overpaying for everything in sight. Fret not for we’ve done the hard work for you of compiling the ultimate, not-so-average first timer’s guide to NYC.  Reporter: Heather Ash

As the leaves start to change (in our minds at least), we look forward to cozy nights in, holiday parties and ending the year on a strong note with our teams. You’re (hopefully) planning your company’s holiday party in Brooklyn for that unmistakable cool factor of exposed brick, industrial flair and that old-meets-new je ne sais quoi that can only be found in this distinct borough of NYC. Come along as we explore industrial warehouses from a bygone era, the hippest hotels with the coolest spaces, intimate and glowing restaurants, and everything in between – all party perfect for your company this holiday season. A word of caution: these venues will go fast, so keep this list locked away in a private Slack channel and book yours ASAP. Reporter: Heather Ash

Every summer, we go through the ritual of rounding up the best rooftop bars in New York. And every year, we marvel at all the ways the Big Apple manages to brim over with so many next-level options. Case in point? This year’s list includes sipping cocktails inside an actual glass-walled water tower, an amusement park-themed al fresco bar, a discotheque with a plunge pool, and many more. Cheers! Reporter: Dylan Essertier

We’ve gathered intel from far and wide, using the best of our TVR abilities to discover 28 of New York's hottest new venues, hotels, restaurants and cafés that have opened from last spring till now, and some that have yet to open their doors too. You might find hotels in your own neighborhood you had no idea existed. You might even find a few places you’ve been busting at the seams to host an event with. There's a stunning Scandinavian-inspired wedding and event venue in a Hudson. There's a new mid-century modern hotel opening at the TWA terminal at JFK. There's plenty of new restaurants embracing color and cozy cafés perfect for spending the day in.  No matter the size of your gathering – from coffee for a couple to a fête for five hundred – there's something on this list in New York to fit your next event, big or small.  See 2019's Hottest New Openings Across the Globe →

Spring arrives with the superbloom in California and suddenly it feels like the year ahead is rife with possibility. Not sure what to do with yourself in celebration? Here are some of our best suggestions. You can gather your friends and adventure off to Mexico to sleep in human cocoons on the beach. You can meet up with your family at a Design Hotel in the Swiss Alps. You can sneak off to the French countryside to host a game-changing photography workshop. You can renew your wedding vows in the orchards and deserts surrounding San Miguel de Allende. You can make new friends while staying in a 1970s glam inspired Sydney guesthouse. You can even make your next business meeting a little more soulful by hosting it in the Sonoran Desert. And yes, we’ll tell you exactly where to go for each one of these experiences as we introduce you to some of the most exciting new hotels around the world. See all of 2019's Hottest New Openings Across the Globe → Reporter: Alyssa Brown

We’ve gathered intel from far and wide, using the best of our TVR abilities to discover 77 venues that have opened around the world from last spring till now, and some that are soon to swing their doors open too. You might find an urban winery in your city. You might find hotels in your own neighborhood you had no idea existed. You might even find a few places you’ve been busting at the seams to host an event with. If the sheer quantity of venues on this list is any indication of a worldwide desire to connect, gather and celebrate just about anything, consider us impressed. There’s a beachside barn in Australia where you can host an environmentally conscious wedding with lodging for all your guests. There’s an old church in New Orleans filled with relics that doubles as an incredible photography and styling workshop space. There’s a new hotel in downtown Portland that’s killing it by celebrating the head chef’s Texan roots. There’s even a cute little hideaway in the countryside of Idaho where the sweetest family of all time is ready and waiting to make your wedding dreams come true. Whatever kind of venue you’re on the hunt for, we sure hope you find it in the list below. See all of 2019's Hottest New Openings Across the Globe → Reporter: Alyssa Brown

The holiday season is all about gathering and giving, and nowhere is that more apparent than at The Hoxton in Williamsburg. This new hotel arrived on the scene in September, with 175 beautiful suites and some very rad gathering spaces, and is currently adding a little extra cheer for all to hear. Not only have they brought three geodesic domes into their courtyard along with a whole lot of Christmas trees, but they’re slinging hot chocolate, warm cocktails and selling Christmas trees to raise money for the Coalition for the Homeless.

Blink and you might miss another hot new hotel opening. And you won’t want to miss this one. This first North American outpost of the wildly popular, European based hotel brand, Hoxton, is now home in Brooklyn. Williamsburg, the ultimate NYC borough of cool, and its burgeoning hotel scene just welcomed another well designed spot with the Hoxton. We've had our eye on this hotel since January, not-so-patiently waiting for its opening and the glorious day is finally here. Why Williamsburg? According to Hoxton, its “A real mixing pot of culture, there’s all sorts in Williamsburg, from record stores to indie boutiques, great food, buzzing bars, and a cool crowd to match. It’s still a little raw round its edges but there’s plenty of green spaces to spread out in, rooftops to drink on, street food to discover, and stores to ponder. Ask the best artists, musicians and chefs where they live in New York and chances are they’ll say Williamsburg.”