Thursday, August 6, 2026

TZIKI SOUVLAKI – AUTHENTIC GREEK FOODIE HEAVEN IN MANHATTAN

TASTIEST FAIR PRICED CASUAL DINING IN ALL OF CHELSEA AND BEYOND


I walked a mile out of my way -- in blazing 100+ degree heat index weather on the Independence Day weekend -- to sample Tziki's highly rated fare.

The beautifully decorated Chelsea restaurant -- at W 22nd St. and 7th Ave. -- has succulent, authentic Greek dishes.

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

THE JEWEL HOTEL MIDTOWN MANHATTAN

QUIET, SUPER WELL DESIGNED ROOM IN THE HEART OF EVERYTHING


The obligatory nighttime neon walk along Times Square was a close by walk from The Jewel Hotel NYC.

Central Park, a cool oasis in a heat wave, is 8 short city blocks north.

I also walked to Grand Central Station and took photos of the nearby Chrysler Building.

The AC worked great in stifling hot weather.

And the shower water was plenty warm for washing off the sweat from a long day of urban exploring.

 

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

THE JEWEL HOTEL MIDTOWN MANHATTAN

QUIET, SUPER WELL DESIGNED ROOM IN THE HEART OF EVERYTHING


Each floor of The Jewel Hotel NYC has a dispenser for cold, filtered water plus clean bottles for you to fill. It was 100 out so I used dozens.

The lobby is tiny, but the staff was great about running up an extra bed sheet, some plastic cutlery for in room dining, etc.

The MET and other classic galleries on Museum Mile are walking distance or 20 minutes via train/bus.

Even in the heat, I was close enough to walk to a pair of dramas in the Theater District.

Monday, August 3, 2026

THE JEWEL HOTEL MIDTOWN MANHATTAN

QUIET, SUPER WELL DESIGNED ROOM IN THE HEART OF EVERYTHING


The Jewel Hotel had one of the quietest rooms I've ever enjoyed in more than two dozen trips to NYC.

The bed was super comfy.

The room has all kinds of surfaces by the desk and bed -- perfect for your laptop, in room eating, noise machine and bottle of water next to the bed.

The room has a microwave (perfect for warming that leftover bagel or NYC pizza slice) and a mini fridge upon request.

Sunday, August 2, 2026

THE JEWEL HOTEL MIDTOWN MANHATTAN

QUIET, SUPER WELL DESIGNED ROOM IN THE HEART OF EVERYTHING 


The Jewel Hotel was the perfect base of operations for 5 days in New York City.

Next to Rockefeller Center, it is near every great subway and transit option in the city.

Under the Rock provides nearby breakfast, lunch and dinner options.

MOMA and 5th Avenue shopping are very close by.

Saturday, August 1, 2026

GLOBAL DISABILITY INCLUSION HONORED ME ON ITS LIST OF THE TOP 3 DOZEN

DISABILITY ADVOCATES, ACTIVISTS, LEADERS & CHANGE MAKERS


It is the honor of a lifetime to make Global Disability Inclusion's "list of 36 people to know who are advancing accessibility and disability inclusion."

I have used my urban design and storytelling skills to create a better built environment for all.

"Steve Wright - a universal design expert helping cities and organizations understand that accessible design benefits everyone. A world traveler who is seeking out some of the world's most accessible and innovative designs."

--Bio by Meg O'Connell, CEO, Global Disability Inclusion.


Being recognized as one of the top 3 dozen disability-forward leaders/influencers is special, coming from a great inclusion expert such as Meg O'Connell, PHR.

Award winning Global Disability Inclusion is the premier firm for organizations creating more inclusive, accessible and engaged workplaces for people with disabilities.

I am the only town planner/storyteller on the Global Disability Inclusion list.

Humbled to be in the company of: John D. Kemp, James LeBrecht, Maria Town, Jack McElaney, Tiffany A. Yu, the Hon. Mike Lake, M.P.,  and the late Judy Heumann.


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Friday, July 31, 2026

SUPER DISABILITY FRIENDLY, UNIVERSAL DESIGN VANGAURD

CURB EXTENSIONS MAKE THIS CROSSWALK SAFER FOR ALL

 

Kudos to these pedestrian friendly, super wheelchair accessible curb extensions.

They calm traffic while providing an excellent route for people with disabilities across Meridian Ave. at Lincoln Lane and just north of Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach.

Every Miami Beach official embrace this and bring it to hundreds of other intersections.

People with disabilities depend on safe crosswalks.