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It’s official: New York City has been named the second-best city in the world in Resonance Consultancy’s 2026 World’s Best Cities ranking. While London took the top spot for the 11th consecutive year, NYC proudly held its ground at #2, proving the Big Apple’s global shine isn’t fading anytime soon.

“The Perpetual Heartbeat Of America”

Resonance referred to NYC as “the perpetual heartbeat of America,” recognizing the city’s “refusal to play by anyone’s script.”

That signature grit and unpredictability, they say, is what will keep the world craving the Big Apple’s “special sauce” in 2026 and beyond.

Why NYC Earned The #2 Spot

From culture to construction cranes, here’s what helped NYC maintain its No. 2 spot:

Soaring global interest: NYC ranked #1 in Google Trends, refle

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