Juliet Izon

We'll always be NYC's biggest cheerleaders, why wouldn't we be? The city has it all! But everyone needs a breather from the bustle of city life every once in a while. Luckily, you don't need to travel very far for some well-deserved R&R. The Catskills are the place to be. Not too far from the city, but far enough to escape the center. So, pack your best knitwear, dig out those hiking boots, and book a weekend away. Okay so, you've got the destination down, but where to stay? That’s where we come in. We’ve scoured Airbnb to find some of the Catskills’ most unique, stylish, and memorable getaways, from group adventures near the mountains to romantic hideaways, we've ticked every box. Scroll on to discover your dream rental ...  RECOMMENDED: 🪵Check out the best Airbnbs in Hudson Valley🏊‍♀️See our list of best New York upstate resorts⛰Discover the best of upstate New York Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in and review every Airbnb featured, we've based our list on our expert knowledge of the destination covered, editorial reviews, user reviews, hotel amenities and in-depth research to find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.

New York City is a culinary wonderland, with some of the best restaurants in the world, amazing bakeries, delicious desserts, fabulous ice cream, and the skilled chefs that make them tick. Even better, takeout and delivery options bring the best of NYC delicacies right to your doorstep. So if it's so easy to get delicious food to your door or plate without the hassle of cooking, why would you want to enroll in a cooking class? Because it's fun! Think of all the money you'll save if you knew how to create a home-cooked meal, it might even impress your boo and make for a great date idea. Invite us to your next dinner party, yeah? These kitchen classrooms offer a range of helpful courses, from basic knife skills to pasta-making 101 to butchering. Brush up on your Italian, learn how to master the delicate art of sushi, and find out how to make buttery, flakey croissants. Mmmm. If these NYC cooking classes pique your interest, check out these couples cooking classes in NYC next time date night rolls around.  RECOMMENDED: Full guide to classes in NYCRECOMMENDED: The best baking classes in NYCRECOMMENDED: The best art classes in NYC This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.

Do you gaze dreamily at the giant posters of ballerinas from New York City Ballet every time you pass Lincoln Center? Have you always wanted to channel your inner hip-hop dance star? New York’s best dance classes can help you achieve your dream, even if you’ve never donned a pair of ballet slippers in your life. From jazz and tap to modern dance and contemporary movement, there are many ways to get a leg up at the city's best dance studios.  RECOMMENDED: Our guide to the best classes in NYCRECOMMENDED: Our guide to the best hip hop classes in NYC

Whether you’re craving high-end Italian or just a killer burger, there’s something for everyone at restaurants near Lincoln Center. Plus, with many offering pre-theater prix fixe menus, you’ll be safely ensconced in your seat well before the opening curtain at the New York City Ballet. Read on to see our favorite restaurants near Lincoln Center, whether you’re coming from Lincoln Center Out of Doors or just a stroll through Central Park. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in NYC

Gone are the days when the best restaurants in Astoria were the only spots for quality Greek cuisine. Today, from midtown to the East Village, New Yorkers can find excellent Hellenic fare in almost every neighborhood of NYC. From expense-account seafood restaurants to some of the best diners in NYC, these are the best Greek restaurants our city has to offer. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in NYC

Every New Yorker—man or woman, old or young—should visit dance studios in NYC at least once in their lives. After all, our city is home to an embarrassment of riches when it comes to studios and professionals who moonlight as teachers. Whether you’re prepping for your first dance at your wedding, looking to channel your inner Center Stage star, ready to attempt your first pole dancing classes or simply looking for a novel way to exercise, there’s a school in New York for every type of dancer, with offerings from adult dance classes to classes for beginners. Read on to see our favorite eight dance studios in NYC. RECOMMENDED: Find more great fitness classes in NYC

If you’re looking for Christmas gifts for friends this holiday season, we got you. These picks go above and beyond your average Starbucks gift card, with everything from funny Christmas gifts to the latest tech gifts to gifts for cooks and foodies. So what are you waiting for? Start shopping now for your besties—we found everything from splurges to steals that are actually great holiday gifts. They won’t want to return these. RECOMMENDED: The full holiday gift guide 2017

How much do you really know about the most interesting neighborhood names in NYC? Midtown East may be self-explanatory, but what actually goes down in Hell’s Kitchen? New York’s neighborhoods have origins in everything from the Dutch to developers, resulting in a bit of wacky nomenclature. So the next time you’re out to find the best restaurants and bars in the Bronx or hunting for the best New York pizzas in Staten Island, impress your friends with these facts about some of New York’s most interestingly named hoods.

The city’s best salads are hardly the only good-for-you grub to come in a bowl—there are plenty of options for cheap health bowls in NYC. Whether you’re craving a SoCal-style smoothie or umami-rich bowls from vegan and vegetarian restaurants, we found the best options that all clock in at $10 or less. After all, not every day can be a day for burgers in NYC. Read on for the best cheap health bowls in NYC, with calorie-conscious offerings that satisfy sweet tooths and savory seekers alike. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to cheap eats in NYC

Bargain sandwich hunters should never relegate themselves to only a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich from their local bodega. New Yorkers love any meal stuffed between two slices of bread and we have the variety to prove it. Whether you’re hankering for a melty grilled cheese or a gut-busting chicken parm from one of the city’s best Italian sandwich shops, we found them all at prices that still leave room for a bottle of suds from a beer store. These are the best cheap sandwiches in New York. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to cheap eats in NYC