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Run in New York City Marathon - this would definitely give me bragging rights if…I

Complete New York City's Marathon - last time I heard first prize is a cool BMW and lots of cash!!!

Visit The Cloisters - this Medieval hide-away is touted as being “way cool!”

Participate in annual 4th July Hot-dog Eating Contest in Coney Island- they say this is a real hoot!!!

Jump- Up! On The Parkway!! - Millions of people converge for a day of fun and food in NYC's biggest parade!!

Check out J'ouvert Night (Juve) in Brooklyn- tradition says this runner up to the Parade is a must see!

Pay tribute at the African Burial Ground - one of the oldest cemeteries for African-Americans in the USA.

Visit the Statue of Liberty on Ellis Island - the statue was a gift to the USA by the French.

Tour Manhattan by sea-take a trip around Manhattan on the Circle Line boat!

Take a dip with the Coney Island Polar Bears on New Year's Day!!

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