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If you're looking for distinctive holiday gifts, or last-minute items, New York City's holiday markets can be a great source.

An article in yesterday's New York Times discusses this point, covering several holiday markets where you can not only find a variety of types of gifts in one place, but find unique gifts and handcrafted items from artisans from around the world.

The locations discussed in the article are in ...

From the runways of London and Paris, to the streets of L.A. and New York, every style-savvy fashionista knows that a few standout statement accessories can complete any look. Whether it be a glamourous face-framing pair of earrings or a classic leather belt, accessories are a great way to show off your unique style.

Frugal fashion hounds know that spending top dollar isn't always wise when it comes to these items. As seasonal trends ...

Located at: 

18 West 18th Street ,New York, NY
Telephone 212-989-3270

Books Of Wonder is one of the most amazing resources for children's literature that the city has to offer, of special interest is the collection of old, rare and collectible children's books on display.

The staff are helpful and polite, and you will find the prices more than reasonable, a sale price at Books Of Wonder is a real sale price.

They have a very attractive and friendly ...

Magestic, magical, monumental....The Metropolitan Museum of Art www.metmuseum.org is a cultural foundation that will make your NYC visit complete. As you climb the vast steps to it's entrance on Fifth Avenue you realize why this city is so dynamic. The energy, the people and the building in front of you is something bigger than you could have imagined.

The Museum's permanent collection includes American, Egyptian, European and Asian ...

Jean-lovers will be in heaven in this cute Harlem boutique dedicated to denim. From True Religion to Seven for All Mankind, they carry all your favorite brands, plus they have styles you won't find anywhere else. What makes this shop so great, though, is that it's so totally unique. There are tons of great little stores in Harlem, but their commitment to great jeans is one of kind. This boutique ...

Like all fashion-happy gals living in NYC, the urge to splurge on designer goods is sometimes too much to control. (Actually, let me slightly rephrase this statement. According to an article I recently spotted, written by Bankrate.com, 1 in 20 people--guys and gals alike--can’t seem to control their shopaholic tendencies). I can’t say I blame them. After all, in a city like New York, where cutting-edge fashion and trends are ...

Most people who come to visit NYC also want to go to a Broadway musical. Tickets are usually pretty expensive. One option is to wait forever in line, in Times Square. But there's another place where you can find discounted tickets for much, much shorter waiting time. You'll be out in minutes, I promise. The other place to by discounted (50% or more) musical tickets is located in Lower Manhattan, ...

Fresh salty air, invigorating views and lots to do! New York City's South Street Seaport www.southstreetseaport.com is one area not to be missed. With an abundance of shops, cafes and sightseeing opportunitites, you can absorb New York's present and its past.

The Seaport Museum provides a glimpse into NYC's maritime world, a NY water taxi at the dock can take you to Brooklyn and ...

If you're looking for a really hidden Harlem shopping gem, make your way to West 136th and Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard and check out Montgomery. The fashions in the window are sure to cacth your eye --- the mannequins are always stylish and chic. Dresses are, in my opinion, Montgomery's specialty. From sexy wraps to playful babydoll frocks, her designs are refreshing and unique. What makes this boutique even ...

 

One of the best ways to see incredible art in New York is at one of the city's most famous auction houses, Christie's. Located right in the heart of Rockefeller Center, Christie's displays beautiful art, china, furniture, and jewelry from around the world to prospective buyers. While it mostly caters to the world's elite collectors, I've actually found it to be a much more relaxed and interactive environment than ...