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Thursday 14 January 2016

15 best things to do and see when you are in Queens

by Anya Hoffman

Named the number one travel destination in 2015 by Lonely Planet, Queens is fast catching up to New York’s more famous boroughs. Home to myriad cultural institutions, thriving artist communities, and a vast array of ethnic restaurants (not to mention more reasonable hotel prices), Queens makes an ideal home base for a New York City visit. And with the U.S. Open kicking off this week at Arthur Ashe Stadium, more people than ever will be flocking to the borough. If you’re crossing the East River to watch a match, here are some very worthwhile detours

Wander Around Socrates Sculpture Park
32-01 Vernon Boulevard, Long Island City

Built on an abandoned landfill, this outdoor museum displays large-scale sculpture and multi-media installations. The park is set alongside the East River, and the sweeping views of Manhattan are a vivid backdrop to the exhibitions. Visitors are encouraged to explore the park on their own, but artist-led tours can also be arranged. The park is open 365 days a year from 10 a.m. to sunset.

Catch a Wave at Rockaway Beach
Beach 67 Street, Rockaway Beach

Decimated by Superstorm Sandy in 2012, Rockaway Beach has come back stronger than ever with a restored beachfront and boardwalk and an influx of new shops and food vendors. The coastal community remains, as always, one of the best places to surf in the New York area. Head to Locals Surf School for a lesson—surfboard and wetsuit are provided and the lessons are taught year-round. ... keep reading... http://tandl.me/2lMLryC