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- 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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![Is the Apocalypse drawing near? The blogosphere is buzzing with freakish occurrences that seem to indicate a global meltdown. The NY Times reported that 5,000 birds fell from the sky […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Kim-Kardashian-street-art1-115x115.jpg "Is Kim Kardashian graffiti a sign of the Apocalypse? (street art photo of the week)")
Is Kim Kardashian graffiti a sign of the Apocalypse? (street art photo of the week)
Posted on January 7, 2011 | 9 CommentsIs the Apocalypse drawing near? The blogosphere is buzzing with freakish occurrences that seem to indicate a global meltdown. The NY Times reported that 5,000 birds fell from the sky […] -
![We’re excited to feature Jeffrey Tanenhaus as today’s guest writer. Jeffrey brings New York City’s attractions to life as a double-decker bus guide. He’s also the author of the best-selling […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/empire1-115x115.jpg "Top 5 tips for visiting New York City (from a Manhattan tour guide)")
Top 5 tips for visiting New York City (from a Manhattan tour guide)
Posted on January 6, 2011 | 32 CommentsWe’re excited to feature Jeffrey Tanenhaus as today’s guest writer. Jeffrey brings New York City’s attractions to life as a double-decker bus guide. He’s also the author of the best-selling […] -
![The economy will improve in 2011, according to street artist Olek. To show her optimism about the new year, Olek covered New York’s famous “Charging Bull” sculpture in crochet. The […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/bull-by-olek-04-copy-115x115.jpg "Street art photo of the week: Olek covers Wall Street Bull in crochet")
Street art photo of the week: Olek covers Wall Street Bull in crochet
Posted on December 31, 2010 | 17 CommentsThe economy will improve in 2011, according to street artist Olek. To show her optimism about the new year, Olek covered New York’s famous “Charging Bull” sculpture in crochet. The […] -
![New York City was hit hard this Sunday by a blizzard that covered Central Park in 20 inches of snow, shut down three major airports, prevented emergency workers from responding […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/nyc-snow-storm-child-115x115.jpg "I survived Snowmageddon 2010: NYC readers share blizzard photos")
I survived Snowmageddon 2010: NYC readers share blizzard photos
Posted on December 29, 2010 | 17 CommentsNew York City was hit hard this Sunday by a blizzard that covered Central Park in 20 inches of snow, shut down three major airports, prevented emergency workers from responding […] -
![In honor of Christmas, we’ve chosen Santa Claus as our street art photo of the week. But be warned: this isn’t your typical St. Nick. This downtown Santa swills booze […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/NYC-street-art-santa-claus-115x115.jpg "Street art photo of the week: Santa Claus visits the East Village")
Street art photo of the week: Santa Claus visits the East Village
Posted on December 17, 2010 | 10 CommentsIn honor of Christmas, we’ve chosen Santa Claus as our street art photo of the week. But be warned: this isn’t your typical St. Nick. This downtown Santa swills booze […] -
![Pedestrians beware: Bedbugs have invaded New York City streets. Giant blood-suckers are crawling all over the East Village, terrorizing residents and returning to their home base– an abandoned mattress in […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/nyc-bedbug-mattress-art-115x115.jpg "Street art photo of the week: Bedbugs invade NYC streets")
Street art photo of the week: Bedbugs invade NYC streets
Posted on December 7, 2010 | 8 CommentsPedestrians beware: Bedbugs have invaded New York City streets. Giant blood-suckers are crawling all over the East Village, terrorizing residents and returning to their home base– an abandoned mattress in […] -
![Is this the dawn of robber chic? This poster by artist A.S.V.P. combines the ski mask and scowl of a 1980s NYC mugger with adorable hearts and an angelic halo. […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/NYC-street-art-by-ASVP-115x115.jpg "Street art photo of the week: Hooded angel by A.S.V.P.")
Street art photo of the week: Hooded angel by A.S.V.P.
Posted on December 3, 2010 | 6 CommentsIs this the dawn of robber chic? This poster by artist A.S.V.P. combines the ski mask and scowl of a 1980s NYC mugger with adorable hearts and an angelic halo. […] -
![Are you looking for the latest adventure gear this holiday season? Skip EMS and REI and do your shopping at Ann Taylor Loft. A fly fishing trip just wouldn’t be […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Loft-urban-adventurer-115x115.jpg "Holiday shopping: Ann Taylor Loft inspired by adventure travel")
Holiday shopping: Ann Taylor Loft inspired by adventure travel
Posted on November 29, 2010 | 3 CommentsAre you looking for the latest adventure gear this holiday season? Skip EMS and REI and do your shopping at Ann Taylor Loft. A fly fishing trip just wouldn’t be […] -
![Each Friday I post a photo of street art to my LeslieTravel Facebook page. Usually it’s a challenge to pick a single work. This Friday, however, my decision was a […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/IMG_1289-115x115.jpg "Street art photo of the week: Capitalist pig")
Street art photo of the week: Capitalist pig
Posted on November 26, 2010 | 6 CommentsEach Friday I post a photo of street art to my LeslieTravel Facebook page. Usually it’s a challenge to pick a single work. This Friday, however, my decision was a […] -
![Want to practice your double axel in the middle of Central Park? You’re in luck! The five boroughs of New York City are home to a diverse collection of ice […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/rockefeller-center-ice-rink-115x115.jpg "Ice skating in New York City: 2010 Guide to indoor and outdoor rinks (photos)")
Ice skating in New York City: 2010 Guide to indoor and outdoor rinks (photos)
Posted on November 24, 2010 | 5 CommentsWant to practice your double axel in the middle of Central Park? You’re in luck! The five boroughs of New York City are home to a diverse collection of ice […]