Welcome to your "insider's guide" to all things New York. Check in with our WestHouse Your House blog to discover the cultured nuances that make this fascinating city hum with its own unique energy.

Four Reasons to Pinknic
If the mantra “rosé all day” resonates with you, there’s a good chance that the Pinknic festival is right up your alley.

Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of BBQ
There are few things in life that go together as well as summertime and barbeque. Though barbeque is the expected staple during Fourth of July weekend festivities, it’s also the one of the go-t...

Just Keep Swimming
Ah, the joys of spending summer in New York: the sunny strolls through Central Park, grabbing a frozen treat in every borough, a...

The Sounds of Summer
Summertime has arrived in New York, and so begins the best time to celebrate being out-and-about in the city. With ice cream trucks on every corner and longer days on the horizon, there’s no better ...

My Favorite Pride
Pride month in New York—now a time-honored tradition of celebrating all-things LGBTQIA+—is now well underway! During the month of June, the city commemorates and honors its queer community wit...

Where to Tee Off
While New York is well known for its towering skyscrapers and expansive city parks, golf aficionados will be glad to learn that the city also boasts several top tier golf courses and driving ranges. If yo...

What To Do with Kids in NYC This Summer
New York is an extraordinary destination for traveling families. As a urban playground for both children and adults, there are endless opportunities for multi-generational fun. Traveling in the summertime...

Why We Love Frieze
For five years, WestHouse has been a proud partner of the Frieze Art Fair, one of the world’s leading contemporary art fairs.

Introducing The Cocktail Club
Since first opening our doors in 2013, we’ve made waves in Manhattan’s luxury hotel landscape with our distinct “house away from home” approach to hospitality design.

A Trip To Hudson Yards
New York is a city known for its history, including its brown-brick townhouses, hundred-year old cathedrals and one of the world's oldest subway systems (London holds the title for the first ever built su...

A Brunchin’ Easter
Easter celebrations are aplenty in New York City, including the annual Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival. Every year on Easter Sunday Fifth Avenue closes for transport between 49th and 57th streets (just ...

Getting into the Museum Spirit
It’s no surprise that staying in the heart of Midtown Manhattan has its perks, chief among them is the geographic advantage of always being a short walk or cab ride away from the hottest restaurants...

The Best of Central Park in the Spring
As the snow starts to melt and the cherry blossoms begin to bloom, one thing becomes very clear: spring has arrived in New York. With warmer temperatures on the horizon, tourists and residents all over th...

Ladies in the Limelight
New York is an incredible city for celebrating history. From architecture to art, there are countless ways to learn and commemorate the city’s historic events all-year round.

Slainte! A Toast to New York's Most Influential Irishmen
The streets of New York are paved with fascinating history. As one of the oldest cities in the United States, it's easy to see how New York has become an epicenter of cultural diversity.

Big Easy in the Big Apple
Though New Orleans remains the American heart of Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the party of all parties in New York City.

Where to Celebrate Black History Month
New York’s rich and diverse cultural history makes it an outstanding place to celebrate Black History Month. From its roots in the Harlem Renaissance, an artistic and intellectual movement of the 19...

Love is in the Air
New York may not be the city of love, but on Valentine's Day the city converts into a romantic playground for all. With Valentine's Day dedicated menus at the best restaurants, heart shaped chocolate truf...

Magic After Hours
In the city known for its straight-talkers and realists, finding a magic show that can appeal to both enthusiastic visitors and discerning natives is anything but easy. But when Continue

Under The Radar
For devoted theater fans, New York has long been the top destination for world-class, Continue