Izzy Baskette

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New York

Travel

Explore adventure guides and design a custom itinerary for the destination of your choice in and around the city.

Best Travel Guides, Cool Hotels and Interesting Events - Thrillist

When winter temps start dipping towards the single digits, New Yorkers tend to flock to the heated indoors for fun.

Where to Go Ice Skating in NYC this Winter

Shop Small Business

Check out the best businesses to support in major cities across the country. Spanning restaurants, bars, boutiques, and more, each guide drives users to shop small and contribute to their community.

Shop Small Business: Where to Shop Local Near You

Lifestyle

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Even within a major metropolis like New York City, a stroll around any local neighborhood throughout the five boroughs will spotlight the following: our beloved small businesses are the vital bedrocks of creativity, heart, and joy in the communities they serve.

Cool NYC Small Businesses to Support by Shopping Local 

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Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

Best Restaurants & Bars - Places to Eat & Drink - Thrillist

Whether you’re jetting off to see loved ones next week (peep our handy JFK and LGA airport guides) or opting for a relaxing staycation at a cool new hotel, the city’s newest restaurant openings are a great way to kickstart pre-Thanksgiving feasting.

8 NYC Restaurant Debuts This Week for a Pre-Thanksgiving Feast

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Events

As we kick off the holiday season, the world famous Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is just around the corner.

How to Watch the 2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC

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With the help of a billion dollar renovation initiative, it’s safe to say that LaGuardia Airport has gone through a major glow-up since its previous punchline status.

The Ultimate Guide to LaGuardia Airport in NYC

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As the largest airport in New York State and the sixth busiest in the country, if you’re flying in or out of the Big Apple during the 2022 holidays season, there’s a good chance it’ll be through John F. Kennedy International Airport.

The Ultimate Guide to John F. Kennedy Airport in NYC

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Alongside local cultural institutions—like The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The American Museum of Natural History, and The Guggenheim Museum—a new generation of art lovers have fully embraced immersive experiences as a modern-day way to enjoy New York City’s thriving art scene (the flex-worthy BeReal content doesn’t hurt either).

The Coolest NYC Museum Exhibits & Immersive Art Experiences

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Since becoming its own neighborhood in the 1960s, the East Village in New York City has blossomed into a downtown epicenter of cool where eccentricity and nightlife flourish.

What to See, Eat, and Do in the East Village in NYC

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With festivities that often span from October 27 to November 6, Día de Muertos, or Day of the Dead—which lands on Wednesday, November 2 this year—is a Mexican holiday honoring the spiritual afterlife of those who have physically passed.

Fun Festivities for Celebrating Day of the Dead in NYC

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While innovative architectural marvels are constantly popping up across New York City, hidden among all that’s new, bright, and shiny are remnants of the city's storied past.

Cool Abandoned Places for a Spooky Adventure in NYC 

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With a core mission focused on uplifting communities and spotlighting up-and-coming talent, SEED Brklyn makes its grand debut this week with an expansive, multi-hyphenate space in Bed-Stuy.

This New Bed-Stuy Retail Concept Is a Cool Hub for Culture 

After you’ve checked out the coolest Halloween parties and celebrations happening all month (or are perhaps living your best Sober October life through our super fun guide), continue the spooky season festivities with a visit to a haunted house.

Izzy Baskette’s Recent Articles

Where to Go Ice Skating in NYC this Winter

From iconic classics at Central Park and Rockefeller Center to festive newcomers and indoor options.

Cool NYC Small Businesses to Support by Shopping Local

These independently owned stores are vital bedrocks of creativity, heart, and joy in the communities they serve.

8 NYC Restaurant Debuts This Week for a Pre-Thanksgiving Feast

Chef Marcus Samuelsson’s new spot in Chelsea, an East Village love letter to the Korean seaport city of Busan, and more.

How to Watch the 2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC

Whether IRL or via streaming, this iconic Big Apple tradition promises big name performances plus new floats and balloons.

The Ultimate Guide to LaGuardia Airport in NYC

As we prepare for 2022 holiday travels, brush up on how to get there via public transportation, plus the best spots for bites, cocktails, and gifts before your flight.

The Ultimate Guide to John F. Kennedy Airport in NYC

As we prepare for 2022 holiday travels, here’s how to get there via subway and AirTrain, and where to eat, drink, and shop before your flight.

The Coolest NYC Museum Exhibits & Immersive Art Experiences

From the late Virgil Abloh and Alice in Wonderland to Gustav Klimt and King Tut, our local art scene is thriving.

What to See, Eat, and Do in the East Village in NYC

Known for its creativity and unique vibes, this downtown epicenter of cool never goes out of style.

Fun Festivities for Celebrating Day of the Dead in NYC

Distinct from Halloween, honor the sacred Mexican holiday of Día de Muertos, or Day of the Dead, at these citywide events until Friday, November 4.

Cool Abandoned Places for a Spooky Adventure in NYC

Eerie (and safe) destinations perfect for a pre-Halloween outing.

This New Bed-Stuy Retail Concept Is a Cool Hub for Culture

Led by artist Christophe Roberts, SEED Brklyn showcases local blossoming talent through art and fashion.

The Best Haunted Houses in NYC

Terrifying mansions and heart-pounding immersive experiences for a fun-filled scare.