The Journal

  • The History of Paper Factory Hotel

    March 20, 2015

    History of The Paper Factory Hotel A particular challenge faced by many new “retro” architectural designs is drumming up that authentic-feeling aesthetic from thin air, i.e., giving a historic feel to something that doesn’t actually have any history. At the Paper Factory Hotel, which is located...

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  • Sweets First Bakery | Extraordinary Sweets

    January 2, 2015

    Today is Follow Friday and we had a craving for something sweet. This craving lead us to one of our local bakeries, Sweets First. Located only a block away from our hotel at 35-04 35th St. at the corner of 35th avenue, this cozy bakery had the perfect...

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  • Family Events in Queens, First Week of the New Year

    December 31, 2014

    It’s in Queens by the Queens Tourism Council Start the new year right by enjoying more cultural events in Queens! Do you like sculpture, unique films, improvisation, theater, jazz, and performance art? If so you’ll love this list. Jan. 1–4, Frozen in 3D, 3 pm. Fearless Anna sets off...

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  • 2014 #YearinReview | Top Mentions in Press

    December 30, 2014

    Today is Travel Tuesday on our blog and as a part of our #YearInReview we’re revisiting our favorite press mentions of 2014.  

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  • 2014 #YearinReview |Female Celebrity Musical Guests

    December 30, 2014

    Today is Music Monday on our blog and we’re kicking off our “Year in Review” with three of our favorite female celebrity musical guests whom all are quite familiar with the word “Grammy.” ELLE VARNER A refill you say? Yes! A refill is what Elle Varner, the Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter...

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