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Greenacre Park in NYC is home to a secret waterfall
Architecture, New York City, Secret Spot

Secret Spot: A Waterfall Flows in Manhattan

by Jessica Mlinaric / December 12, 2023November 1, 2024

Even New Yorkers are surprised to find a waterfall tucked away in Manhattan.

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this-old-house
Architecture, Culture, New York City

Link Love: This Old House

by Jessica Mlinaric / September 1, 2016January 4, 2017

Here are four ways to get up close to homes around the world.

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Books, Culture, New York City

The NYC Guidebook I’ve Been Looking For

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 23, 2016January 4, 2017

This book helps NYC visitors look beyond the obvious destinations.

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Atlanta, Chicago, Culture, New York City, Seattle, Sydney, Travel News

Culture Bulletin: Spring 2016

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 18, 2016January 4, 2017

Cultural happenings around the world right now.

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New York City Links
Culture, New York City

Link Love: New York City

by Jessica Mlinaric / November 23, 2015January 4, 2017

Whether you’re a visitor or a tried-and-true New Yorker, here are some links I like.

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Architecture, Culture, New York City

Monday Inspiration – Renzo Piano

by Jessica Mlinaric / August 24, 2015January 4, 2017

The new Whitney Museum of American Art offers a vantage to admire at every angle.

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Culture, New York City

5 reasons to pony up at nyc’s pony bar

by Jessica Mlinaric / July 19, 2012January 6, 2025

Still need a reason to head to Hell’s Kitchen?

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Chicago, Culture, New York City

A Winter’s Tale: Snowscapes in Jackson Park and Central Park

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 5, 2012January 4, 2017

Admiring the winter wonderland of two famous American Parks.

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New York City

Street Scene: Christmas in NYC

by Jessica Mlinaric / December 25, 2011January 4, 2017

Merry Christmas from Rockefeller Center!

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New York City

Arturo’s Pizza : A Slice of Old New York

by Jessica Mlinaric / December 14, 2011January 4, 2017

Arturo’s serves a bona fide NYC slice.

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    Discover the Drifter Chicago: A Historic Speakeasy Hidden in River North
    April 15, 2025
  • How Chicago Became the Birthplace of Gospel Music: Inside Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church
    January 14, 2025
  • Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville
    A Hidden Elevator and More Secrets at Asheville’s Omni Grove Park Inn
    January 8, 2025

Media Appearances

  • Jessica Mlinaric and Geoffrey Baer with bicycles at the Illinois-Indiana State Line Boundary Marker
    Exploring Chicago Mysteries with WTTW
    April 23, 2024
  • Downtown Chicago view from Bank of America Tower
    Swapping Chicago Favorites with Peter Greenberg
    February 26, 2022
  • Author Jessica Mlinaric at Oak Woods Cemetery
    Touring Chicago’s Mass Grave with WGN Morning News
    November 16, 2020

Travel Guides

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    March 2, 2025
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    How to Spend One Day in Ston, Croatia
    February 11, 2025
  • Sheep at Black Thorn Farms in Asheville
    Two Days in Asheville, North Carolina: Experience Arts, Brews, and Mountain Views
    January 10, 2025
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