Archives June / July 2018 | New York Lifestyles Magazine

The Joys Of Summer!

The Essential Guide A Perfect Escape

By NYLM
There’s something intoxicating about the idea of summer vacations, and it never gets old. The sizzle of a barbecue grill, melting ice cream cones, the sound of music floating out an open car window...

Through The Lens

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Bits & Bailey: The Who, What And Wow Of The Jet-Set Scene

By Bailey BeckettCheers, dears. Summer is finally here. So, take off those Ugg’s (literally and figuratively) and grab your sandals and indulge in all the sunny-season has to offer. Although the Hamptons are fantastic, Bailey prefers to stay local, and for good reason: reservations are aplenty and the shopping is sublime...

Tech Talk: Cool Gadgets For Summer Days

By Will RedWhether it’s the beach, backyard, or camping it’s time to relax at last! Now is the time to start upgrading our summer fun with these essentials...

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World class tennis comes to the Bronx this summer!

By NYLM
WTT, founded by Billie Jean King, has been an institution since in the professional game since 1973. It offers a fun, fast, and fresh take on the sport, with a unique scoring format only found in its league. Teams of men and women compete side-by-side in singles, doubles and mixed doubles each night and every game counts...

The Shawangunk Mountains

Hudson Valley’s Best-Kept Secret

By Jeff & Stephanie Sylva
How far would you go to experience an area noted for its endless natural beauty, dramatic scenery, and variety of outdoor activity? Add to all this a wine trail that is home to 15 family-run wineries offering...

Saratoga

A Winning Bet

By Paul Seth
Saratoga Springs is a special city in upstate New York just a 3-hour drive north from New York City. It is also easily accessible by rail with Amtrak’s Saratoga Springs station located less than two miles from downtown. The city is famous for being the home of America's...

Everything Under The Sun

Beachfront Resort Perfection In The Wildwoods

By Margaret Mason
El Coronado Resort located in the heart of Wildwood Crest is a premiere beachfront full-service hotel which is known for catering to families. The hotel features a superior location as it is just minutes away from fine restaurants...

New Hampshire

Summer Adventure In The Granite State

By Laurie Bain Wilson
New Hampshire is seriously summer—it’s home to the Northeast’s highest mountain, freshwater lakes for sodium-free swimming and a stretch of surf-friendly seacoast...

Cuba

It Will Sweep You Off Your Feet!

By Maxine Albert
Cuba is sizzling. It’s hotter than ever, and I don’t mean the temperature. The history, art, music, vintage cars, colonial architecture—and, of course, cigar making--are all fantastic. With a vast array of flora and...

Have Gear, Will Travel

By Ruth J. Katz
Lyricist Dorothy Fields’ words, which were set to an iconic tune by Jimmy McHugh, instructed us to: “Grab your coat and get your hat...” as you head for the sunny side of the street. As we inch toward the cusp of summer...

Around Town: Williamsburg

By TJ JohnsonWilliamsburg is back! With all the L train concerns over the years, prices had been steadily going down and sales slowed down in Brooklyn. Now that the L train madness is over, you may have waited too long to pull the trigger on your new apartment, because Williamsburg is seeing a spike in sales and prices once again...

13 West 121^St Street

Pre-War Details Plus Modern Know-How Equals Incredible Living

By Patricia Canole
There is no better place to experience New York’s new energy than West 121st Street, between Mount Morris Park West and Malcolm X Boulevard—where a new type of homeowner is invigorating one of...

Quay Tower

Luxury Living In Brooklyn Heights

By AP Connolly | Photos by MOSO Studio
This striking luxury building showcases panoramic, picture-perfect views of the Manhattan Skyline, New York Harbor, Downtown Brooklyn, and beyond from virtually every home. Welcome to Quay Tower which...

Home Décor

The Latest Trends From The Experts

By Isabelle Harrington
Trends, whether we subscribe to following them or not, provide a necessary outlet for experimentation and conversation. Some are fleeting while some leave a lasting impact. Here, the latest from the recent Decoration& Design Spring Market and...

Benjamin Steakhouse

The Man Behind The Restaurant

By AP Connolly
Meet Benjamin Prelvukaj of Benjamin Restaurant Group, an Albanian immigrant who moved to the U.S. and began his career as a busboy at the esteemed Peter Luger Steakhouse. Ben saw the potential in running a restaurant business...

Restaurant Roundup

Here’s To Dad

By Patricia Canole
Give the man of the house a break from the barbecue this Father’s Day and take him out for brunch, lunch or dinner. We’ve rounded up the best places to take him to dine, from eateries featuring steaks and more...

Antoine Hodge

A Mixologist Taking Cocktails To A New High

By Bailey Beckett
It’s only natural Oscar Wilde is housed in the former NYC’s Bureau of Prohibition headquarters. The booze-infused uber boite is an all-hours delight, brimming with classic cocktails and inspired new ones, jovial vibe...