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- Review: What to expect at Blackout Haunted House in New York City (Halloween 2014)
- Experience NYC’s scary past at Nightmare haunted house (2014 review)
- 22 Badass Cosplay Weapons from NY Comic Con 2014 (PHOTOS)
- 23 Creative Kids Costumes from NY Comic Con 2014 (PHOTOS)
- Top 10 Trends in Womens Costumes at NY Comic Con 2014 (PHOTOS)
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![Empty prescription bottles, fake pearls, dice and collectible figures: these aren’t just items you’ll find at grandma’s house. These everyday materials– commonly known as “trash”– are being used in artwork […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Fountain-Art-Fair_Evo-Love-doll-115x115.jpg "PHOTOS: Art or tchotchkes? Artists use recycled materials at Armory Arts Week 2012")
PHOTOS: Art or tchotchkes? Artists use recycled materials at Armory Arts Week 2012
Posted on March 11, 2012 | 2 CommentsEmpty prescription bottles, fake pearls, dice and collectible figures: these aren’t just items you’ll find at grandma’s house. These everyday materials– commonly known as “trash”– are being used in artwork […] -
![Usually the art world is at the forefront of pop culture trends, but until now it has lagged behind in one key area: zombies. Fortunately, artists are finally embracing the […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Fountain-Art-Fair_Michael-X-Rose-nazi-zombie-art-02-115x115.jpg "PHOTOS: Zombie art invades Armory Arts Week 2012")
PHOTOS: Zombie art invades Armory Arts Week 2012
Posted on March 11, 2012 | No CommentsUsually the art world is at the forefront of pop culture trends, but until now it has lagged behind in one key area: zombies. Fortunately, artists are finally embracing the […] -
![The American flag has been a popular artistic subject since Jasper Johns created his iconic painting “Flag” (1954–55). Two artists at Armory Arts Week 2012 have tackled this powerful national […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Fountain-Art-Fair_American-flag-by-Rob-Servo-115x115.jpg "PHOTOS: American flag art at Armory Arts Week 2012")
PHOTOS: American flag art at Armory Arts Week 2012
Posted on March 11, 2012 | No CommentsThe American flag has been a popular artistic subject since Jasper Johns created his iconic painting “Flag” (1954–55). Two artists at Armory Arts Week 2012 have tackled this powerful national […] -
![Don’t touch the art. That’s the rule at most galleries and museums, and most of us hesitate to get too close to artwork– even if it isn’t roped off and […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Fountain-Art-Fair_Sarah-Trouche-blue-stars-115x115.jpg "PHOTOS: Walkable art at Armory Arts Week in New York City")
PHOTOS: Walkable art at Armory Arts Week in New York City
Posted on March 11, 2012 | 2 CommentsDon’t touch the art. That’s the rule at most galleries and museums, and most of us hesitate to get too close to artwork– even if it isn’t roped off and […] -
![Unlike the stuffier Armory Show, the Fountain Art Fair is known for showing avant-garde work by emerging artists. Street artists dominated the show this year, filling the Fountain’s new venue– […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Fountain-Art-Fair_Ian-Ross-painting-street-art-mural-115x115.jpg "PHOTOS: Street artists dominate the Fountain Art Fair")
PHOTOS: Street artists dominate the Fountain Art Fair
Posted on March 11, 2012 | 1 CommentUnlike the stuffier Armory Show, the Fountain Art Fair is known for showing avant-garde work by emerging artists. Street artists dominated the show this year, filling the Fountain’s new venue– […] -
![There’s more to Brazil than carnival. Whether you are a laid-back beachcomber or die-hard partier, Brazil has a beach for you! The largest country in South America, Brazil has over […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Paraty-Brazil-Beach-Rocks-115x115.jpg "PHOTOS: The best beach towns in Brazil – our top 8 picks")
PHOTOS: The best beach towns in Brazil – our top 8 picks
Posted on March 5, 2012 | 40 CommentsThere’s more to Brazil than carnival. Whether you are a laid-back beachcomber or die-hard partier, Brazil has a beach for you! The largest country in South America, Brazil has over […] -
![We are excited to participate in the ‘7 Supershots’ photo challenge created by Hostelbookers. Participants are encouraged to select favorite photos from their travels that best describe the seven categories […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/RTW-Trip-259-115x115.jpg "7 photos that make us dream about travel")
7 photos that make us dream about travel
Posted on February 15, 2012 | 11 CommentsWe are excited to participate in the ‘7 Supershots’ photo challenge created by Hostelbookers. Participants are encouraged to select favorite photos from their travels that best describe the seven categories […] -
![Nothing says “commitment” like traveling around the world with your sweetheart. Whether backpacking through Laos or lounging on a Caribbean beach, these couples are together 24 hours a day, 7 […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/leslie-and-jake-dt-about-photo-2-115x115.jpg "Valentine’s Day Q+A: Expert tips for traveling as a couple")
Valentine’s Day Q+A: Expert tips for traveling as a couple
Posted on February 12, 2012 | 15 CommentsNothing says “commitment” like traveling around the world with your sweetheart. Whether backpacking through Laos or lounging on a Caribbean beach, these couples are together 24 hours a day, 7 […] -
![Pristine beaches, turquoise water and a vibrant sunset. These images may spring to mind when you think of a romantic getaway. But are beach destinations really the best places to […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/P6110326-115x115.jpg "World’s most romantic travel destinations – chosen by real traveling couples!")
World’s most romantic travel destinations – chosen by real traveling couples!
Posted on February 12, 2012 | 7 CommentsPristine beaches, turquoise water and a vibrant sunset. These images may spring to mind when you think of a romantic getaway. But are beach destinations really the best places to […] -
![Travel isn’t always glamorous. Long flights, lumpy beds and unfamiliar customs can create stress for even the most Zen traveler. So how can couples keep romance alive while on the […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Mei-and-Jo-at-Cape-Leeuwin-Lighthouse-Western-Australia-115x115.jpg "Couples travel tips: How to keep romance alive on the road")
Couples travel tips: How to keep romance alive on the road
Posted on February 12, 2012 | 3 CommentsTravel isn’t always glamorous. Long flights, lumpy beds and unfamiliar customs can create stress for even the most Zen traveler. So how can couples keep romance alive while on the […]