The Voyascape Guide to New York City

Welcome to the Voyascape Guide to New York City. Whether you are planning your first visit, returning for another stay, or simply exploring from home, this podcast is designed to help you experience New York more thoughtfully. What You’ll Hear This guide is a "best of" bringing together episodes about traveling to New York City from our podcast hosts on the Voyascape Podcast Network. You'll find P...

Looking for the best NYC photo spots for your next trip? ➡️ Book a NYC Photo Journeys tour and use the promo code ‘ SAVVY10 ’ to get $10 off any photo tour or photoshoot. New York City moves fast and it’s easy to spend your trip running from Times Square to Central Park, checking off landmarks without truly taking it in. I’m joined by Jessie Festa, founder of NYC Photo Journeys, to share the best...

Throughout history, women played a powerful role in shaping the city we know today. I’m joined by Beth Santos and Nikki Padilla Rivera, passionate storytellers from She Shapes History NYC , who are leading walking tours exploring the hidden stories of women who challenged power, rewrote laws, organized communities, and built lasting change across New York City. Read blog post: https://thoughtcard....

Pauline Frommer discussed her newly released guidebook "Frommer's New York City 2026" and what the top culinary trends in the city are right now. She also talked about what it's like to visit NYC's newest observation deck, and how The Studio Museum, Sotheby's and The Jewish Museum have reinvented themselves. Then Kevin Long, CEO of TheDyrt.com, talked about how many new campers there were in 2025,...

🎄Planning a holiday trip to New York City? NYC Christmas markets are one of the most magical ways to experience the holiday season, but they can also be crowded and overwhelming if you don't know what to expect. I'm sharing our best NYC Christmas market tips to help you shop smarter and make the most of your time. Read 'NYC Christmas Markets' blog post: https://thoughtcard.com/christmas-markets-n...

Seth Kugel, the Tripped Up columnist for the New York Times, shared a shocking tale of an Airbnb stay that went wrong. He also gave advice on how to keep yourself safe in a vacation rental. Then Jason Lucking of pAIback.app , discussed this new flight savings tool. The Frommer's Travel Podcast was named one of the 13 best for travel by the New York Times . It is hosted by Pauline Frommer, the Publ...

Today on GoNOMAD, we explore the architectural treasures of lower Manhattan, delving into the rich history and vibrant culture that this area has to offer with GoNOMAD freelance writer Susmita Sengupta. Our journey begins at the Merchant House Museum, Manhattan's first official landmark, where we step back in time through its preserved Greek Revival interiors. Moving on, we find ourselves in Washi...

Planning a trip to NYC? You may be wondering when is the best time to visit New York. Well, you might not expect me to say this, but as a New Yorker who moved away but visits regularly, I can confidently say that WINTER is secretly the best time to experience the city at a deep discount. If you are looking for the best deals, fewer crowds, and wildly fun adventures, here's why you should book a wi...

The most significant development in New York City in 2025 is the implementation of the congestion pricing scheme, which has resulted in a remarkable reduction of 26,000 vehicles per day in Manhattan, thereby halving the accident rate in the area. This transformative initiative reflects a broader commitment to enhancing urban mobility and safety. In addition to the congestion tax, the city has witn...

Exploring the hidden gems of Manhattan, we take listeners on a vibrant journey through the the city. Beginning in the Murray Hill neighborhood, the American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog, is a unique destination dedicated to celebrating our canine companions through art and exhibits. The museum showcases a rich collection of dog-themed paintings, sculptures, and even an interactive AI exhibit that...

Episode Notes Tommy Silk, the author of the popular Instagram account and now new book of that name ("Hidden Landmarks of New York: A Tour of the City's Most Overlooked Buildings") joined Pauline for a fascinating discussion of NYC's history, architecture and landmarking practices. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of t...

Travel in 10: New York, New York In this episode of Travel in 10, join hosts David Brodie and Tim Johnson as they explore the vibrant and iconic city of New York. As Tim shares his current adventures in the Bavarian Alps, they dive into their favorite experiences and must-see sights in New York City. Whether you’re planning your first trip to the Big Apple or you’re a frequent visitor, this episod...

Episode Notes Dan Saltzstein, editor for the New York Times, and author of the new book "That's So New York: Short (and Very Short) Stories about the Greatest City on Earth" was our first guest. Then Frommers.com columnist William McGee broke down the best ways to effectively complain when things go wrong on flights, cruises, hotel bookings, and car rentals. Mentioned in this episode: Check out th...

Hello and welcome to the 37th episode of my trip! Today's episode is the 14th one of our road trip across Canada and the USA. When leaving to backpack the world this year, we always intended to return to our campervan in Vancouver and drive to the East Coast in July. This is the second episode of the USA road trip as we enter some new states like Rhode Island and Connecticut as well as going to on...

Roosevelt Island lies between Manhattan and Queens and makes for a fun day trip in NYC, where you can enjoy great views, historic buildings and lunch. Find out more about the island, today on GoNOMAD Travel. Read Tab Hauser's story https://www.gonomad.com/216349-roosevelt-island Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of the...

The holidays are a magical time of year. Christmas trees and sparkly lights, meet and greets with Santa, hot chocolate, and sugar cookies are some of the things that make the holidays so special. New York City is already a popular travel destination, but during the holiday season, millions of people flock to New York in December and early January specifically to celebrate Christmas. If you're plan...

Midtown Manhattan’s Morgan Library & Museum , was once the personal library of late 19th and early 20th-century financier, investment banker and cultural benefactor John Pierpont Morgan , a fervent collector of early printed books, music scores, manuscripts, prints, and paintings from some of history’s most noted artists, writers, composers, and heroes. Visiting the library is a treat, you can...

Episode Notes Craig Taylor author of "New Yorkers: A City and Its People in Our Time", Jennifer Gonnerman, staff writer at The New Yorker magazine, and Anastasia Healey Mills Healey, author of "Secret Connecticut: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful and Obscure" were this week's guests. Mentioned in this episode: Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world This podcast is part of...

Episode Notes Today Chris Bonanos of the Encyclopedia of New York was the guest, plus Pauline Frommer and Zac Thompson discussed "New York City on $5 a Day"--what's the same and what has changed in Gotham over the decades Mentioned in this episode: Check out the Smart Travel Podcast This week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from Nerd...