Every summer, the world’s best players descend on Queens for the U.S. Open, and the city buzzes with the same electric energy you feel under the lights at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Whether you’re here for a single match or the full two weeks, there’s plenty to discover beyond the baseline. Let the games begin! The […]
Every summer, the world’s greatest tennis talent converges on Queens for the U.S. Open, igniting the city with the same electric energy that pulses through Arthur Ashe Stadium under the lights. Whether you’re catching a single match or immersing yourself in the full two-week spectacle, the excitement doesn’t stop at the court. Explore our curated […]
This summer, let The Benjamin Hotel be your guide to the season’s most captivating experiences in New York City. From alfresco dining and open-air concerts to charming strolls through Central Park and seaside escapes to Coney Island, discover a curated selection of cultural events and outdoor delights designed to be savored with family and friends. […]
Midtown East has a restaurant for every craving, from cozy coffee shops to elegant Michelin-starred spots.
Spring in New York City isn’t just about cherry blossoms—it’s also the start of a fresh new arts season. From iconic museum exhibitions to stunning outdoor installations, there’s no better time to immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant art scene. Here’s your curated guide to the must-see art events this spring: Amy Sherald: American Sublime […]
American painter, Georgia O’Keeffe, found inspiration in the city we call home. In the early 1920’s, O’Keefe embarked on a visual exploration of Manhattan, capturing the essence of city life and culture through approximately two dozen surviving works. One of her most celebrated pieces “New York Night” features the intricate façade of The Benjamin Sonesta […]
Who says you have to go to a museum to see amazing art all throughout NYC. New York City is full of free outdoor art consisting of sculptures, murals, and photographs found in parks, sidewalks and on buildings. Locations such as the High Line, Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Brooklyn, Queens, and other […]
If you haven’t visited the Whitney Museum of American Art we’ve got great reasons why to visit it! It’s a museum that celebrates the living. Museums most often celebrate and preserve the past, and that’s a wonderful thing in its own right, but the Whitney is a museum about the present. As a museum focused […]
Inspiration New York City is blessed with internationally known museums and architectural gems, each inspiring and wonderful. The funny thing about inspiration though, is that it can be so whimsical and unexpected. Sometimes it can come when looking at a brilliant example of someone else’s work, but it’s just as likely to strike in the […]
