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NIGHT+DAY World Traveler

While we’re all concerned about carbon footprints, the ozone layer, and global warming, World Traveler is our take on global cooling—what’s happening, what people are doing, what’s fun in 15 hotspots around the world. Click below for special features on the destinations in our Cool Cities series.

	Best See-and-Be-Seen Bars: Have a favorite people-watching bar in every port? We know that’s code for people-meeting, and these bars are the absolute best in their respective cities for making connections with like-minded others. Select City -- Chicago D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
Best City Tours: One of the best ways to see a city is through insider eyes, and the top tour guides know every nook and cranny of their stomping grounds. From jet ski tours of Miami, to cemetery walks through New Orleans, to Los Angeles literary excursions, we’ve compiled here the very Best City Tours in the world’s coolest destinations. Select City -- Chicago D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
	Best Outdoor Dining: The view might be of the skyline, the surrounding coastline, a romantic interior courtyard, or simply your date backlit by the cityscape. Whatever the venue, summer is the time to dine outdoors, catch a breeze, and relax as if you are on vacation, even if you’re in the city you call home. Select City -- Chicago D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
Best Local Food Specialties: New York? Pizza. San Francisco? Dungeness crab. Mexico City? Tacos. Los Angeles? Food trucks. What better way to explore the world’s coolest cities than through the foods they are best known for? Here are Night+Day’s hotlists for the destination dishes (and one beverage) that define our favorite places. Select City -- Chicago D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
	Best Summer Nights: Hot summer nights are about to get hotter. From sexy rooftop pool parties to epic outdoor music festivals to picnics by moonlight with live jazz or fireworks, Night+Day’s Best Summer Nights highlight primo nocturnal events for the beautiful, balmy evenings ahead. Select City -- Chicago D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
Best Annual Charity Events: Start with one part fundraiser. Add a celeb-packed guest list. Throw in some live music from Stevie Wonder, food from Thomas Keller and Charlie Palmer, or a silent auction with Louis Vuitton goodies or tennis lesson from Andre Agassi. Season to taste with black ties and cocktails. You’ve just whipped up one of Night+Day’s Best Annual Charity Events, some of the hottest parties on the social calendar. Select City -- Chicago D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
	Best Brunches: At the end of a weekend of frivolity, urbanistas need to unwind over brunch—to fortify themselves for the shopping or museum-hopping ahead. Whether your version is caffeine-fueled or “hair of the dog,” these top brunch spots will fill you up, allow you to de-brief with friends, and help you gently transition back to your Monday world. Select City -- D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
Best Fine Dining: No matter what style of fine dining you prefer—from that of the molecular–gastronomy whiz, to the latest Le Cordon Bleu–trained chef who re-invents the local scene, to the tried and true haunts that have earned the moniker “classic”—you will fine in these shortlists the pitch-perfect restaurant for a singular night on the town. Select City -- Chicago D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
	Best Power Lunches: The days of the three-martini lunch may be gone, but some restaurants still buzz with the sound of wheels and deals in motion. Discreet alcoves hide the quiet rendezvous, suitably imposing menus impress VIP clients, and exquisite waterfront views set the scene for a celebratory toast. These power playgrounds attract all breeds of movers and shakers—from high-profile politicians and finance execs to media moguls and entertainment royalty. Select City -- Chicago D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
Best Sizzling Steakhouses: Say goodbye to your grandfather’s steakhouse, and say hello to see-and-be-seen buzz, Russian novel–sized wine lists, and molecular mixology. These sizzlin’ steakhouses also deliver prime cuts in a thousand permutations of meaty perfection—from grass-fed and dry-aged to adobo-rubbed and pepper-crusted. Chophouses have never paired porterhouses and panache so well. Select City -- Chicago D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
	Best Holiday Shopping: It’s time to talk shop. Whether you have a dozen trendy gal pals, hipster cousins, or tradition-loving in-laws, these city-specific guides to the Best Holiday Shopping will solve all your gift-giving dilemmas. Select City -- Chicago D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
Best Museums: These can’t-miss museums offer an array of attractions designed to mesmerize art addicts and curious gallery-goers alike. Distinguished by their modern art masterpieces, architectural triumphs, oddball collections, or undeniable cool factor, these are the best-in-class museums in the world’s hottest cities. Select City -- Amsterdam Athens Barcelona Chicago D.C. Las Vegas London Los Angeles Madrid Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York Paris San Francisco Sydney Toronto
	Best Late-Night Eats: Night owls rejoice! Whether that quick drink before dinner turned into a three-hour minglefest or the rigors of clubbing have left you craving a proper re-fuel, these after-hours kitchens will delight discerning palates and cosmo-coated bellies alike. From midnight dinners to pre-dawn feasts, these Late-Night Eats are all worth keeping your eyelids raised a little longer. Select City -- Chicago D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
Best Live Music: The world’s coolest cities have live music scenes that come in all shapes and sizes. The common denominator is that they deliver an outstanding evening of great music—be it blues, Latin, soul, funk, jazz, rock, indie-pop, or something in between. These are our hands-down favorites. Select City -- Chicago D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
	Best Spas: When the going gets tough, the tough get scrubbed, steamed, massaged, wrapped, and anointed with essential oils. With specialized treatments ranging from hot stone massages, to seaweed facials, to full-body detox treatments, the perfect urbanista oasis doesn’t get better than these upscale spas. Ready, set, ahhh… Select City -- Chicago D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
Best Trendy Tables: Cutting-edge décor, creative food, pedigreed chef, and see-and-be-seen ambience combined with A-list clientele gives these best Best Trendy Tables the elusive “it” quality that has the in-crowd fighting for reservations. Select City -- Chicago D.C. Las Vegas Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York San Francisco Toronto
	Best Weeknight Fun: Nobody nails the weekend’s can’t-miss nightlife like Night+Day. But what if you’re feeling feisty mid-week? Forget about quiet evenings curled up with your Kindle—we’re giving you prime picks for Weeknight Fun around the world. Hump day will never be the same! Select City -- Amsterdam Athens Barcelona Chicago D.C. Las Vegas London Los Angeles Madrid Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York Paris San Francisco Shanghai Sydney Toronto
Best Singles Scenes: Single in the season of love? Our writers name the best Singles Scenes (with couples cordially invited) in the world’s coolest cities—think of it as romance with a buzz, on Valentine’s Day or any day. Select City -- Amsterdam Athens Chicago D.C. Las Vegas London Los Angeles Madrid Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York Paris San Francisco Shanghai Toronto
	Best Neighborhood Shops: From world-class art to locally designed jewelry, we’ve tracked down the best shopping in the world’s coolest cities. Find that last-minute holiday gift or take home something memorable for yourself. Select City -- Amsterdam Athens Chicago D.C. Las Vegas London Los Angeles Madrid Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York Paris San Francisco Shanghai Toronto
Best Performing Arts Festivals: Music, dance, theatre, and performance art headline the cultural calendars in all of Night+Day's cool cities. We combed through dozens of annual performing arts festivals worldwide, and here are the best of the best. Select City -- Amsterdam Athens Barcelona Chicago D.C. Las Vegas London Los Angeles Madrid Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York Paris San Francisco Shanghai Sydney Toronto
	Best Weekend Getaway Hotels: Even the most devout urbanista needs some downtime. Here are our top picks for weekend getaway hotels—all destinations in themselves, and within 100 miles or so of the world's greatest cities. Select City -- Amsterdam Barcelona Chicago D.C. Las Vegas London Los Angeles Mexico City Miami New Orleans New York Paris San Francisco Shanghai Toronto
Best Places to Toast: Life is a celebration, providing us with innumerable reasons to make a toast. Here are our favorite places to raise a glass around the world. Select City -- Amsterdam Barcelona Chicago D.C. Las Vegas London Los Angeles Miami New Orleans New York Paris San Francisco Shanghai Sydney Toronto
	Ins and Outs (Updates): NIGHT+DAY knows that current and accurate information is vital to a successful trip. With our free quarterly updates, in printable pdf format, you can keep on top of all the newest hot spots. [Click here]
Calendars: The Right Place. The Right Time. It Matters. That's why each of our NIGHT+DAY travel guides features a yearlong calendar of the best annual events in each city, from art and music festivals to popular holidays and cool local happenings. Our events coverage is not comprehensive—it's highly selective, so that you can plan your next peak experience. [Click here]
	Digital Downloads: Download to your iPod each NIGHT+DAY calendar of annual don't-miss events. It's free! [Click here]
Urbies: Every city has urban entrepreneurs behind its most happening hotel, nightlife, and dining scenes, and we've honored our favorites with Urbie awards. [Click here]
	Alan's View: Night+Day publisher and executive editor Alan Davis shares his insights—the product of more than forty years of travel experience—in this bi-monthly column, including ASD Picks (Alan's top three), On The Road (reflections on recent travels), and The Last Word (commentary). [Click here]