[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"dest-cat-festivals-north-america-united-states-new-york-long-island-city":3},{"destination":4,"experiences":114,"events":115,"places":116,"hasNextPage":117},{"areaSquareKm":5,"bestTimeToVisit":6,"callingCode":5,"capitalCity":5,"code":5,"createdAt":7,"currency":5,"deletedAt":5,"description":8,"drivingSide":5,"electricity":5,"emergencyNumbers":9,"faq":17,"flag":5,"gettingAround":39,"government":5,"hasChildren":40,"healthInfo":41,"id":42,"images":43,"internal_type":46,"isFavourite":40,"bucketLists":47,"languages":48,"localCustoms":60,"name":61,"parent":62,"population":107,"safetyInfo":108,"slug":109,"status":110,"timezone":111,"type":112,"updatedAt":113,"visaInfo":5},null,"\"Spring (April-June) and Fall (September-October) offer mild weather and fewer crowds. Summer (July-August) is lively with outdoor events but can be humid. Winter (November-February) is cold but cheaper, with holiday charm.\"","2026-09-15T22:13:18.550Z","Long Island City (LIC) is a vibrant waterfront neighborhood in Queens, New York, offering stunning Manhattan skyline views. Once an industrial hub, it's now a cultural hotspot with world-class museums like MoMA PS1, trendy art galleries, and the iconic Pepsi-Cola sign. Stroll along Gantry Plaza State Park for panoramic river vistas, or explore the burgeoning food scene with acclaimed restaurants, breweries, and the famous LIC Flea & Food market. The area blends modern high-rise luxury with historic warehouses, attracting artists, young professionals, and travelers seeking an authentic New York experience away from Midtown's bustle. Its excellent transport links via the 7 train, N\u002FW, and East River Ferry make it a convenient base for exploring Manhattan and Brooklyn.",[10,13,15],{"key":11,"value":12},"Police","911",{"key":14,"value":12},"Ambulance",{"key":16,"value":12},"Fire",[18,21,24,27,30,33,36],{"key":19,"value":20},"Do I need a visa?","Varies by nationality; most visitors need ESTA or visa. Check US State Department.",{"key":22,"value":23},"What is the best way to get to Manhattan?","Subway 7 train to Times Square (10 min) or East River Ferry to Midtown (15 min).",{"key":25,"value":26},"Is Long Island City expensive?","Mid-range compared to Manhattan; meals $15-30, hotels $150-300\u002Fnight.",{"key":28,"value":29},"Are there good restaurants?","Yes, diverse options from Michelin-starred to casual eateries like Casa Enrique and John Brown BBQ.",{"key":31,"value":32},"Can I walk to Manhattan?","No, but the Queensboro Bridge has pedestrian\u002Fbike paths to Upper East Side.",{"key":34,"value":35},"What is there to do?","Visit MoMA PS1, Gantry State Park, Noguchi Museum, and waterfront parks.",{"key":37,"value":38},"Is it safe for solo travelers?","Yes, but stay alert at night and avoid isolated areas.","\"Subway: 7 train (to Times Square), N\u002FW (to Manhattan). East River Ferry connects to Midtown and Brooklyn. Buses and Citi Bike rentals available. Walking is pleasant along the waterfront. Uber\u002FLyft are reliable. Avoid driving due to traffic and parking costs.\"",false,"\"No specific vaccinations required for US travel. Tap water is safe. Pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens are plentiful. For non-emergencies, visit urgent care clinics such as CityMD. Major hospitals include Mount Sinai Queens (nearby). Travel insurance recommended for medical coverage.\"","a61c23ee-7d5a-5961-a9bd-6e46bda7b634",[44,45],"https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002F6d4dab8d-74eb-4972-8e40-0a91ccd22b90\u002Ffull.webp","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002F061c875a-1715-4d19-9fbf-2b16122ec10f\u002Ffull.webp","SUB_AREA",[],[49,50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59],"English (official)","Spanish","Chinese","Tagalog","Vietnamese","French","Arabic","Korean","German","Italian","English","\"New Yorkers are direct but friendly. Tipping 15-20% at restaurants is standard. Casual dress is fine, but upscale venues may require smart attire. Public drinking is illegal. Stand on the right on escalators, walk left. Be mindful of personal space on crowded transit.\"","Long Island City",{"id":63,"slug":64,"name":65,"images":66,"type":70,"internal_type":71,"flag":5,"parent":72},"876527f0-ba8f-58ca-8525-d651fa335425","north-america-united-states-new-york-queens","Queens",[67,68,69],"https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002Fd781630f-4391-45af-b590-8e68a7acf807\u002Ffull.webp","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002Fa14761ee-758e-43c4-9740-ff7906f675e1\u002Ffull.webp","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002Fac7b11f3-cfbb-493f-bda4-997464a69b38\u002Ffull.webp","City","CITY",{"id":73,"name":74,"slug":75,"images":76,"type":80,"internal_type":81,"flag":5,"parent":82},"0def16c0-dc78-4d6c-9c94-bdc294abeef1","New York","north-america-united-states-new-york",[77,78,79],"https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002F60026cb8-e28d-4655-bf2b-e6243e874d73\u002Ffull.webp","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002F2bef08b4-31c1-4d90-b93b-bffd0a9826b5\u002Ffull.webp","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002F5fa6b7e2-de96-41e3-99f1-758ed4463403\u002Ffull.webp","State","STATE",{"id":83,"name":84,"slug":85,"images":86,"type":92,"internal_type":93,"flag":94,"parent":95},"4caf3558-6963-4ebb-8b82-61b71777d98a","United States","north-america-united-states",[87,88,89,90,91],"https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002F5724efef-44bb-48c7-b68e-b9dd95817479\u002Ffull.webp","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002Fda0ad292-2808-48ce-a102-34fe8899e542\u002Ffull.webp","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002Fccff2409-4654-4402-b27a-7d7c49b8d302\u002Ffull.webp","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002F344c67e3-47b4-4f70-b08a-2dcf9708664f\u002Ffull.webp","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002F8b4234de-1e8f-4b0e-854c-a096e179cc77\u002Ffull.webp","country","COUNTRY","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002F3fe49ec3-4508-481e-a4f2-cab0f9ab67c0\u002Ffull.webp",{"id":96,"name":97,"slug":98,"images":99,"type":105,"internal_type":106,"flag":5},"90d2311e-3c05-48f0-b504-3f321dc5f7d0","North America","north-america",[100,101,102,103,104],"https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002Fe621d651-9970-4562-ab92-b59209263d82\u002Ffull.webp","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002F04bfb558-d2d2-4fb8-a94b-9a3f96cbe40c\u002Ffull.webp","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002Fecf94aea-63e8-4364-9ccd-9ed0e0fad78d\u002Ffull.webp","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002F63e0561d-9446-499e-bbe6-0bfbb9273f6d\u002Ffull.webp","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia-cdn.zormor.tech\u002Fimages\u002Fb0b047b6-8df0-4bcf-a21a-97b901c5a086\u002Ffull.webp","continent","CONTINENT","25595","\"Long Island City is generally safe, with a lower crime rate than many Manhattan neighborhoods. Stay aware in less crowded areas at night, especially near industrial zones. Stick to well-lit streets and use ride-shares after dark. Petty theft can occur in tourist spots; keep valuables secure.\"","north-america-united-states-new-york-long-island-city",true,"America\u002FNew_York","Suburb","2026-09-22T08:37:50.095Z",[],[],[],{"experience":40,"event":40,"place":40}]