New York is the supreme laboratory of modern life.—Ric Burns

Travel to New York in the October 1999 issue of TRAVELER. Get perspectives on the bustling metropolis from Ken Auletta, best-selling author and communications columnist for The New Yorker; screenwriter/director Nora Ephron; Ric Burns, Emmy Award-winning writer of PBS’s The Civil War;and Jimmy Breslin, Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist, author, and TV commentator who has covered New York City for more than 40 years.

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The Bronx Is Up and the Battery’s Down
http://www.mindspring.com/~sleveene
Stephanie Leveene, a licensed tour guide, gives you the scoop on getting to and around NYC.

New York City Subway Resources
http://www.nycsubway.org/
This site presents a unique, artistic, and historical perspective on the city’s subway system, complete with maps and a calendar of events.

New York Convention and Visitors Bureau
http://www.nycvisit.com
Stop by to browse sample itineraries, maps, photos, weather reports and to search a calendar of events.

New York Now
http://www.nynow.com/
This site hosts exciting feature articles plus links, quizzes, and guides to New York City.

New York Today
http://www.nytoday.com
This New York Times site features reviews of the events of the week and other essential information.

NYC LINK
http://www.ci.nyc.ny.us/
The Official New York City Web site presents features on the history of New York and information on attractions and events, business resources, and city services.

NYCTourist.com
http://www.nyctourist.com
Lots of practical information is available on this site, which offers surveys, top-ten lists, and tips.

NY-Taxi.com
http://www.ny-taxi.com
Experience the world’s first Internet taxicam on this fun site by Clever Da Silva, author of New York City from a Cab Driver’s View.

Sidewalk New York
http://newyork.sidewalk.com/
Part of Sidewalk.com, this searchable city guide highlights cool neighborhoods, shopping and entertainment hot spots, street fairs, and online ticket services.

Welcome to Central Park
http://www.centralpark.org/home.html
Consult the calendar of events and read about the history of this remarkable oasis in the heart of the city.