Solace and the City: The Best Places to Relax in New York City

Senior Editor, HuffPost

Crowds in SoHo, New York City.
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Crowds in SoHo, New York City.

New York City’s pulse beats with an intensity found in few other places on Earth. Its iconic high rises, cacophony of sounds, and bustling crowds move with a vibrant energy that invigorates. Eventually, even diehard New Yorkers crave a calming space to peace out and relax.

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