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Brooklyn Museum’s Beaux-Arts Court features a large brass chandelier.

New York’s second-largest museum is a must-visit

When it comes to American museums, few are as storied as this pioneering and much-loved one in Brooklyn.

  • by Julietta Jameson
This Anantara masterpiece combines renaissance, baroque, Gothic and art nouveau influences.

Traveller Awards: The 10 winners for best style and design

From a stunning hotel inspired by Morocco’s bohemian past to the flamboyant world of designer Kit Kemp, to a sexy Italian high-speed train, this is the list for design aficionados.

  • by Traveller team
Brooklyn now has the world’s first designated ‘Little Caribbean’.

Where you’ll find the world’s first Little Caribbean

There are two Little Italys and eight Chinatowns, and now this multicultural melting-pot has the world’s only designated Little Caribbean.

  • by Carolyn Beasley
The mighty Atlas.

This collection of buildings is the heart of NYC. Don’t miss these highlights

Manhattan’s Rockefeller Center is the pulsating, art deco heart of the city that never sleeps.

  • by Brian Johnston
Staten Island ferry.

Ten great things you can do for free in New York

A billionaire’s playground, New York City is one of the most expensive cities in the world. Which is why it’s surprising there are so many free things to do.

  • by Kristie Kellahan
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Kit Kemp’s style is a harmonious riot of pattern and texture.

New York hotel’s joyful design is the opposite of soulless ‘quiet luxury’

There’s a reason many previously all-white houses are now several shades of the year’s most on-trend colours, and it’s Kit Kemp.

  • by Trudi Jenkins
Sixteen hours in economy is always going to be brutal.
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Airline review: 16-hour Qantas economy long haul leaves a bad taste

Top marks Qantas for a fast and convenient flight, but economy passengers deserve more than this.

  • by Ellen Connolly
Central Park - a haven for New Yorkers.

How to make the most of one of New York’s greatest features

Swim, jog, enjoy a picnic, be entertained or just go people-watching – but whatever you do, make sure you take your time.

  • by Kristie Kellahan
Elf, starring Will Ferrell, is essentially a one-joke movie.

Elf is my favourite Christmas movie, so I lived like an elf in New York

For 20 years my daughter and I spoke about going on a festive romp through New York to follow the large footsteps of Buddy the Elf. Finally, we made it happen.

  • by Brian Thacker
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From tinsel-free towns to white Christmas: Top places to go in December

The experience of a winter Christmas entices many overseas at this time of year, but you’ll find plenty of other reasons to travel in December.

  • by Brian Johnston