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A recent Times article reported on the bleak circumstances of many souvenir shops in New York City. Many are struggling, devoid of their usual tourist customers.
The story explains the inextricable link between vacations and the keepsakes obtained on them:
For many tourists, no visit to New York is complete without a stop to pick up a T-shirt, cap or any other piece of memorabilia that celebrates the bustling, thriving global destination that the city is — or was, before the pandemic led to travel restrictions.
What kind of souvenirs have you collected from places you’ve traveled to? What is your favorite souvenir and where was it acquired? Do you prefer memories instead of objects when remembering a vacation?
Tell us in the comments, then read the related article to learn more about the current state of New York City’s gift shops.
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