How to Spend Your Summer 2010 in NYC

Luna Park
Amusement parks are always a number one cult summer classic and Luna Park fits into that category with utter perfection. The park finally opened after a period of rapid construction and renovation which quietly honors the original Coney Island amusement park past. Check out some of the latest and greatest in rides, funnel cake galore and much more in Luna Park. For more information visit www.lunaparknyc.com. (Daily ride pass $26, weekend ride pass $30)

Governors Island
Govenor’s Island has long remained a popular East Coast haunt which will remain open to the public every weekend during the summer from 10a.m.-7p.m. Check out the island’s eerie vacant buildings and chilling historical past and then take the Water Taxi to continue your journey along the New York City Harbor. (Slip 7 at South St.; www.govisland.com)

Hudson River Park- Piers 62 and 63
The Hudson River Park’s newest addition to Pier 64 includes a beautiful rock garden, gigantic picnic lawn spanning 9 acres, a public garden, a carousel and a skate park that would make even teenagers blush. Be sure to stop by on a sunny summer day for a day at the park. W. 22nd to 23rd Sts. at the Hudson River; www.hudsonriverpark.org)

The Delancey
If you have to time to waste for a true New York City summer experience, start directly in the rooftop bar at The Delancey where the views of the Lower East Side are nothing short of spectacular. enjoy frozen margaritas while basking in the glow of the tropically altered ambiance. $10 cover begins at 9p.m. so get there early for a great seat and no cover. (168 Delancey St. at Clinton St; www.thedelancey.com; 5pm-4am)

"Race to the End of the Earth" at the Museum of Natural History
Perhaps one of summer’s coolest exhibits to hit New York City, "Race to the End of the Earth" chronicles the expedition of two South Pole travelers with life size artifacts, base camp models, and more. Visitors can also experience an underwater video featuring Antarctica sea life like blooming jellyfish and colorful violet anemones. The exhibit also includes a rare personality test which determines your ability to survive the South Pole’s harsh weather and living conditions. (Central Park West at 79th St; www.amnh.org; $14-$24)

Time’s Up Prospect Park Moonlight Ride
Prospect Park’s Moonlight Ride is a great opportunity to delve into some late night exercise whether it is bicycling or throwing on your old school skates. The guided tour is beautiful, scenic and has no shortage of romance with all the waterfalls, ponds and quiet nature surrounding the paths. Time’s Up also ensures safety first by providing riders in the front and behind the group. The group will meet at Grand Army Plaza. For more information visit www.times-up.org. (Prospect Park West at Union St.; Park Slope, Brooklyn; Second Saturday of every month, 9pm; free)