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Vol. XI
New York New York Pursuit Magazine
NEWS FOR TODAY
Saturday, September 11, 2021
A WEEKEND IN NEW YORK
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STATEN
ISLAND FERRY
The Staten Island Ferry is a free attraction for visitors and locals alike. The ferry travels between St. George on Staten Island and Whitehall Street in lower Manhattan: a 5-mile, 25-minute ride. The ride offers beautiful views of the city and The Statue of Liberty by day or night, as ferries run 24/7, 365 days a year. The famous ferry makes more than 40,000 trips annually and has been running since 1905. It is an easy activity as ferries leave both ports every 30 minutes, except on holidays. The ferry departs from Manhattan at 4 Whitehall St., New York, NY 10006.
SIENA PIZZA
AND CANNOLI
Siena Pizza and Cannoli is a family-owned pizza shop in lower Manhattan and has more than 10 varieties of pizza. Sold by the slice or whole pies, this stop is perfect for college students at just $3 a slice. The restaurant also is known for its cannoli that comes in five different flavors: limoncello, tiramisu, classic, Nutella and a rotating seasonal flavor. Besides these two staples, Siena Pizza and Cannoli also serves salads, meatballs and calzones, chicken wings, chicken parmigiana sandwiches, and famous NYC Egg Cream in strawberry, vanilla, and chocolate flavors. The “Buy Me a Slice and Call Me Pretty” neon sign also makes the perfect photo op for visitors wanting to share their perfect New York-style pizza. The restaurant is located at 14 Rector St., New York, NY 10006.
TIMES SQUARE
Above: The Statue of Liberty is visible from the Staten Island Ferry.
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ew York City is known for iconic locations such as Times Square, The Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty and more, but this is only the beginning of what tourists should see in this major city. When spending a weekend, or any amount of time, there are staples around the area that are worth the visit, especially for college students. From the majestic skyline to truly being the city that
N E W YO R K , N E W YO R K
Alyse Messmer Contributor
never sleeps, there is always something happening in New York City. This city has people from all over the world, talking the subway together but from totally different walks of life, experiencing the skyscraper-lined roads and feelings of being free. With New York pizza shops, globally iconic stops, and famous museums and attractions, The Big Apple has something for everyone.
Times Square is another iconic NYC destination where many movies and TV shows, and famous visitors have stepped. Home to Broadway and the famous neon billboards, Times Square is a major tourist stop in the city. Times Square is full of chain stores and restaurants such as Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., The Disney Store, M&M Store, Olive Garden, Taco Bell Cantina and a Hershey’s Chocolate World. The iconic neon billboards trace the streets and invite you into the shops, restaurants and attractions in the square. Street performers dressed as beloved Marvel and Disney characters offer photo ops and a chance to say hi, as others perform dances and songs on the famous red steps in the center of the square. The banner of Good Morning America wraps around its corner building, flashing the latest news and insights in competition with the colorful ads surrounding it. Closing your eyes you can hear cars honking, music playing, people laughing and the busyness of the city as it roars on--this is New York City.
