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A Guide to Hudson, New York: Upstate’s Downtown
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A Guide to Hudson, New York: Upstate’s Downtown

I’ve been wanting to write a guide to Hudson, New York, for ages because it’s one of my favorite small towns. It’s often referred to as “Upstate’s Downtown” because it manages to maintain its charming but still gritty small town atmosphere, while also boasting a number of fantastic restaurants, stylish (and pricey!) shops and design…

How to See the Dyker Heights Christmas Lights in NYC
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How to See the Dyker Heights Christmas Lights in NYC

Every December, the wonderful residents of Dyker Heights, Brooklyn, compete to see who can set up the most eye-catching Christmas decorations. From Thanksgiving until New Years, the neighborhood becomes ablaze with lights. If you’ve already seen the Rockefeller Center tree and visited Radio City Music Hall, Dyker Heights should be on your Christmas to-do list…