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fromWest Side Rag
1 week ago

Long Time No See: A Terminated NYC Train Line Makes an Unexpected Stop on the UWS

An Upper West Sider discovered the rare appearance of the previously defunct 11 train on the subway.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Who needs a car? Los Angeles by foot in pictures

Ayda Gragossian's 'North North South' captures the overlooked aspects of Los Angeles through black and white photography, emphasizing the city's contradictions.
Brooklyn
fromIslands
2 weeks ago

A Historic Cemetery In Brooklyn Is An Open-Air Museum And Botanical Park With Statue Of Liberty Views - Islands

Cemeteries like Green-Wood combine resting places with landscaped parks, offering a blend of history, nature, and art.
#travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Is the Best Hiking City in the U.S.-and It's Not Denver or Portland

San Francisco stands out with 119 highly popular and accessible hikes, making it the top hiking city in the U.S. and the third best in the world.
San Francisco
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

'I visited Highgate for the first time and saw Marx, parks, and lots of hills'

Highgate offers a unique blend of urban charm and nature, but be prepared for steep hills.
fromWest Side Rag
1 month ago

Upper West Side, Unexplored: The Blocks We Never Walk

I realized to my horror that I'm not even close to knowing the little patch of the city I call home.
Upper West Side
#fashion
fromstupidDOPE
4 months ago
Fashion & style

The North Face and Naohiro Fujisaki Reimagine Urban Exploration with SS25 Capsule Collection | stupidDOPE

fromstupidDOPE
4 months ago
Fashion & style

The North Face and Naohiro Fujisaki Reimagine Urban Exploration with SS25 Capsule Collection | stupidDOPE

#walkability
fromTime Out London
2 months ago
London food

London is officially one of the world's best cities to explore on foot

London is ranked seventh among the world's most walkable cities for 2025.
fromTime Out New York
3 months ago
London

New York was just named one of the most walkable cities in the world

Walking helps locals explore and experience their city more deeply.
Abu Dhabi, Boston, and Brighton rank as the top three most walkable cities.
London
fromTime Out New York
3 months ago

New York was just named one of the most walkable cities in the world

Walking helps locals explore and experience their city more deeply.
Abu Dhabi, Boston, and Brighton rank as the top three most walkable cities.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

The North Face Unveils Concrete-Hued SS25 Urban Exploration Collection | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

The North Face's Spring/Summer 2025 Urban Exploration collection merges technical performance with urban aesthetics.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

Photographer Isaac Wright Arrested at His Own Gallery Opening After Years of Urban Climbing | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Isaac Wright's arrest underscores the intersection of personal transformation, legal issues, and creative ambition in his urban exploration journey.
fromThe Boutique Adventurer
2 months ago

20 Fun Facts About New York City You Might Not Know - The Boutique Adventurer: Luxury Adventure Travel Blog focussed on Emerging Destinations for those over 35

That's right-the Empire State Building is such a massive structure, and houses so many businesses, that it has its own postal code: 10118.
New York City
fromMedium
4 months ago

My favorite way to bike in Golden Gate Park

With so much ground to cover, choosing the right route makes all the difference. I've spent countless rides figuring out the best ways to see it all without missing a beat.
San Francisco
NYC startup
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

I'm a Travel Writer Living in NYC, and These Are 10 Safety Devices I Recommend for Visiting Big Cities

Packing safety devices enhances peace of mind while navigating urban environments.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I walked every block of Manhattan. It was the best way to get to know my new city.

Krissy Oechslin spent 13 months walking every block of Manhattan to adjust to her new life in the city.
fromTime Out New York
3 months ago

Exclusive: 200+ free walking tours are coming to NYC as part of Jane's Walk this May

"This year's Jane's Walk will be held on the weekend of May 2-4, rain or shine, across the five boroughs. Events include guided in-person walks, self-guided and virtual walks."
NYC music
fromstupidDOPE
4 months ago

Hiking Patrol Channels Seasonal Renewal with SS25 "Transition" Collection and Diemme Sneaker Collab | stupidDOPE

From the stillness of winter to the awakening energy of spring and the brightness of summer, the SS25 'Transition' collection embodies the natural transformation between seasons.
Fashion & style
Renovation
from99% Invisible
4 months ago

Secret Mall Apartment - 99% Invisible

An artist created a secret apartment in a mall, challenging perceptions of urban space and community.
The documentary explores the artistic endeavor and the history of the mall's site.
fromstupidDOPE
4 months ago

BOTE Introduces the Highwater Hitchhiker XL: A Waterproof Bag Built for Adventure | stupidDOPE

The Highwater Hitchhiker XL bag's IP67-rated waterproofing ensures it can withstand rain, splashes, and immersion while keeping items secure and dry.
Alternative transportation
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

How Atlanta Became a Walkable City

Before 2003, my perceptions of Atlanta were mostly formed by transient airport experiences. Even profound moments in the city didn’t etch themselves into my memory.
Atlanta Braves
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Virtual reality goggles helped me on the path to physical recovery

Despite moving to a standing desk and multiple rounds of tedious physio, I am no longer able to use my right arm without mind-bending pain, which obliterates any chance of creative focus for sustained periods.
Wearables
fromThesanjoseblog
4 months ago

New QR Codes Make Exploring Downtown San Jose a Breeze!

San Jose's new QR code wayfinding project modernizes navigation and enhances exploration for residents and visitors.
NYC LGBT
fromQNS
5 months ago

Explore Queens on Foot: Jane's Walk Submissions Now Open

Jane's Walk in Queens invites locals to lead community-focused walking tours from May 2-4, with submissions open through March 31.
fromenglish.elpais.com
8 months ago

Trains that run through buildings and escalators with tolls: The craziest city on the planet'

Chongqing is often dubbed the craziest city on the planet, with attractions like giant pandas in urban settings and a 22-story rooftop public square.
Miscellaneous
fromOpen Culture
9 months ago

The Fake Buildings of New York: What Happens Inside Their Mysterious Walls

New York's hidden architectural history includes strange conversions like 58 Jorale­mon Street, a townhouse turned subway vent.
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