New York City Visitors Guide: Plan Your NYC Day Trip!

One of the best parts of living on Long Island is being able to enjoy all the benefits of suburban life while being just a short trip away from the biggest city in the country. From Times Square to Broadway, and the Statue of Liberty to the Bronx Zoo, there are countless ways to enjoy a day in New York City, but you'll want to plan ahead of time if you're visiting some of the major attractions.

Many shows both on and off Broadway tend to sell out quickly, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets in advance. Take a look at the city's most popular attractions and plan your next trip to NYC!

To check out LongIsland.com's NYC Day Trip Guide, click here!

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Ringing in the New Year: Watching the Ball Drop at Home

If you’re not one of the millions of people planning on heading to Times Square in New York City to watch the ball drop on New Year’s Eve, then you are free to watch the ball drop right from the comfort of home! Instead of standing out in the cold, huddled with masses of people all vying for a good spot to watch the festivities, all you need to do is turn on the television! “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2015” will air Wednesday, December 31st on ABC beginning at 8 p.m.

While the traditional countdown to midnight in Times Square will be led live by Ryan Seacrest, Jenny McCarthy will also be live from Times Square with some show-stopping performances from Taylor Swift, Idina Menzel, MAGIC and Florida Georgia Line. Additions performances from Nashville, featuring Gavin DeGraw and Lady Antebellum, and Brooklyn, featuring Elton John will also be broadcasted.

For the inside info on spending NYE in NYC this year, click here!