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Crank Indoor Cycling Studio in NYC: Check Excuses at the Door

"A one-hour workout is 4 percent of your day. No excuses!" That's the sign that greets visitors to Crank Indoor Cycling Studio, an indoor cycling studio in the Upper East Side. You might just give the sign a glance as you make your way to registration, but Crank's regular participants might advise you to take heed: Sessions here a grueling 45 minutes of interval training that promise to burn up to 600 calories per class. You'll likely need a little extra motivation to make it all the way to the end.
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Hey, The Residences at Palmer Square! Did You Know That Kopp’s Cycle in Princeton Is the Oldest Bicycle Shop in the Country?

Grainy black and white photos on the Kopp's Cycle website give a glimpse into this stalwart's storied past. Known as the oldest continually-running bicycle shop in the U.S., Kopp's made its debut in 1891 on Nassau Street. Since then, the store has experienced a few changes—four different addresses and two changes in ownership—but the promise of Kopp's remains the same: to promote the sport of bicycling while providing excellent customer service to novice and experienced cyclists in the Princeton region.
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Join Some Friends From Little Creek and Zoom Over to the 2015 Hampton Roads International Auto Show

The Hampton Roads International Auto Show returns Friday, Jan. 9, bringing with it the very latest in the world of automobiles. From Toyota, Ford, Lincoln, and Volvo to Jaguar, Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz, nearly every automobile manufacturer imaginable will have a presence at the much-anticipated annual event, which transforms the Virginia Beach Convention Center into a larger-than-life car showroom.
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Nostalgia Meets Tradition at the Yankee Doodle Tap Room Near The Residences at Palmer Square

Tucked away in Princeton's Nassau Inn, the Yankee Doodle Tap Room is steeped in local history. Sure, you could visit this bar and American restaurant to chomp a burger or sip one of 22 globally sourced beers on tap, but most people come for the decor. Exposed wood beams, heavy oak tables, and a wood-burning fireplace create a space that's decidedly cozy and colonial, while a gallery wall of famous Princeton grads adds to the tap room's erudite vibe.
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Warm Up Over a Bowl of Lobster Bisque at Princeton Soup and Sandwich Company

Rich, creamy, and loaded with chunks of lobster, the lobster bisque is the shining star of the menu at Princeton Soup and Sandwich Company. It's one of 50 made-from-scratch soups potentially on offer at this family-owned corner cafe, but it's not on the menu every day—a fact that just adds to the bisque's appeal. If the lobster bisque is available, don't think twice about ordering it, insist regular diners.
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Whole Earth Center: Princeton’s Destination for Organic Produce Near The Residences at Palmer Square

Other health food stores may come and go, but Princeton's Whole Earth Center has been a staple destination among health conscious locals since 1970. The reason is twofold: For one, Whole Earth Center stocks an impressive inventory of organic produce (much of which is sourced from producers not too far from The Residences at Palmer Square), while natural foods (whole grain breads, bulk items, rare spices) strike a comfortable balance between quality and affordability.
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Flickering Tea Lights Set the Mood at Up Thai in NYC

The ambiance is as notable as the food at Up Thai, a Thai fare restaurant in New York City. Here, the walls alternate between exposed brick and warm wood, while alcoves host live plants, vased flowers, mismatched tea cups, and eclectic knickknacks that add to the restaurant's warm and cozy feel. On a cold winter's night, a wood-burning fireplace adds some welcome heat to the bar area, warming the backs of New Yorkers as they sip a fruit-infused martini.
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Sip and Swish at Absolve Wine Lounge Near Siena at Memorial Heights

Described by Yelp reviewers as "intimate," "dimly lit," and "cozy," the family-owned Absolve Wine Lounge is tucked away in a Houston strip mall not far from Siena at Memorial Heights. In fact, it's Absolve's unassuming exterior that many reviewers credit for its under-the-radar status—a major "plus" among locals looking to avoid the crowds commonly associated with a nightlife destination of Absolve's caliber.
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Sip an Artisanal Cocktail From a Mason Jar at Hillbilly Tea in Louisville

Hillbilly Tea is a hip and trendy dining destination in downtown Louisville. Exposed brick walls add a sense of warmth to the open, light-filled dining area, while recycled burplap menus are positioned next to antique oil lamps on the eatery's reclaimed wood tables. The dining room is likely to host 20- and 30-somethings catching up with friends over herbal tea or an artisanal cocktail—served in a mason jar, of course.
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Soak in the Outdoor Cedar Tubs at Onsen for All Near The Residences at Palmer Square

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the building that houses Onsen for All creates a one-of-a-kind environment for enjoying the spa's luxury services. This Princeton spa near The Residences at Palmer Square is known for creating an organic, holistic experience in a tranquil, peaceful setting free of extraneous noise—other than the occasional creak from the 300-year-old floorboards.
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Ultra Zone Laser Tag: No Holds Barred Fun in Alexandria

Fun is the name of the game at Ultra Zone in Bailey's Crossroads. This entertainment venue, which doubles as a laser tag arena and family amusement center, hosts arcade games, air hockey tables, and a pizza cafe for some between-game sustenance. However, the real highlight of Ultra Zone is, unsurprisingly, the laser tag. The multi-level arena can hold up to 66 players, each vying to become the victor of this high-tech version of "capture the flag."
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