by Brian Wesley | Sep 1, 2018 | Interview, New York, Urban Exploration, Video
Our kids love New York. We’ve found excuses to visit several times over the years. Here is a video we’ve compiled highlighting out top family-friendly activities in New York: UPDATE: Yes, this video has the Time’s Square Toys R Us in it. It has... 
by Brian Wesley | Aug 18, 2018 | Adventure, Favorites, New York, Tour, Urban Exploration, Video
If you’re traveling in a small group, there are few better ways to see NY than by a hop-on-hop-off New York Bus Tour. Being in the open air at the top of these buses is a fantastic way to see the city. My mother was along on this trip and her feet got tired. A sales... 
by Brian Wesley | Aug 4, 2018 | Favorites, New York, Urban Exploration, Video
The New York Public Library is the fourth largest in the world and second only to the Library of Congress here in the US. It is a private collection consisting of 87 branches scattered throughout the Manhatten, Bronx, and Staten Island. The largest branch is located... 
by Brian Wesley | Jul 21, 2018 | Favorites, History, New York, Urban Exploration, Video
A trip to Midtown Manhattan wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Grand Central Terminal. But, since the late 1800’s everyone calls it Grand Central Station even though the station was replaced by this remarkable building. Grand Central Terminal is the largest rail... 
by Brian Wesley | Jul 7, 2018 | Favorites, History, Museum, National Park, New York, Video
NYC’s city hall served as our nation’s first capital. The original building burned but this memorial was built in its place. The stone steps represent the location where General George Washington took the oath of office as the US’ first president. Today, it’s... 
by Brian Wesley | Jun 23, 2018 | Adventure, Favorites, New York, Urban Exploration, Video
Whether you’re King Kong or one of the other 110 Million visitors that have come to the Empire State Building’s famous open-air observation deck this is a must-see in NYC. Started in 1930 the Empire State Building is one of the tallest buildings in the world and the... by Brian Wesley | Feb 24, 2018 | Adventure, Blog, Family Hikes, Favorites, Hike, History, Museum, New York, Northeast, Science Museum, Urban Exploration
Just before the US Civil War, a plan was devised to set aside an area for open spaces, trees, and a refuge from the city. Many looked to similar parks in London and Paris for inspiration. Over the years Central Park has become one of the most filmed locations in the...
