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Sebastian Modak

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Sebastian Modak is a writer, editor, and photographer based in New York City. He spent 2019 circling the globe as the New York Times 52 Places Traveler, reporting from every destination on the Times’ 52 Places to Go list.

empire state trail signage with a cyclist on a bridge overlooking a winding road and a map

Bikepacking America's Longest Multiuse Trail Network

Gas-station pizza, a medieval-themed hotel, canal and railroad bike path. Experience New York's multitudes on the Empire State Trail.