I was scrolling through Instagram seeing the same old pictures. A baby here, a dog there, a woman standing on the beach wearing a flowing dress, another woman on the beach, someone doing yoga, another woman on the beach, and a woman on the beach doing yoga. Then, something dark flew past my screen. I […]
How to Visit Europe without Leaving NYC: Exploring The Cloisters
If you’ve spent much time in New York City, you might think 190th Street sounds like a whole other world. And it kind of is, but not in the way you thought. Most people hear Washington Heights and say, “Where is that?” or “That’s so far” or “I don’t go up there.” Truth be told, […]
Dinner in the Dark in NYC: What it’s like
I shuffled my hands around the table as I heard metal hitting glass all around me. A sound that normally goes unnoticed in a restaurant, but was now one of the most prevalent sounds in the room. My right hand stumbled over the silverware as I tried to distinguish which was the fork. I began […]
Overrated Vs. Underrated New York City
Have you ever visited a city and heard about something a million times. Then you finally see it and think “that’s it?” Later, you end up stumbling upon something you’ve never heard of and it was way better? Well, it happens to me all the time when I’m in other cities. So, I thought I’d share […]
How to Look Like a Local in NYC
Seven years ago, I arrived in New York City, wide eyed and bushy tailed, ready to follow my dreams like so many other people who come to this beautiful city. I, like so many tourists, had that same reaction of, “Wow, New Yorkers are so short tempered and rude!” After a few months in the […]
The RIDE in New York City: What it’s like
It seems like New York City is filled with tourist attractions. Each one vying to be different. Trying desperately to stand out in a crowd. Most of the time it’s a wasted effort. I’ve seen hundreds of signs that read “Best pizza in NYC!” or “Best way to see the sights!” I’ve almost become numb […]
Is the New York Pass Worth It?
Being a competitive person, nothing appeals more to me than a challenge. For instance: How many attractions can you see in one day in New York City? Four? Five? Nine? The only thing stopping me from trying was money. No one wants to spend three hundred dollars a day on tourist attractions. Upon doing research […]
Things to do in Midtown NYC on a $30 Budget
Midtown is arguably one of the best places to go sightseeing in New York City. It’s also one of the easiest places to visit on a budget since so many things are free. Therefore, making a list of things to do in Midtown, NYC wasn’t all that difficult. Although this area of the city is beautiful […]
Things To Do on the Upper East Side on a $30 Budget
The Upper East Side is no longer the old money neighborhood ruled by the upper class. It’s now considered one of the cheapest places to live in Manhattan, and therefore, is the neighborhood that 20 year olds flock to after graduating. My high school BFF, Sharmaine, decided to join me in this adventure as a […]
Trapeze Classes in NYC: What it’s like
I was driving down the West Side Highway one day when I saw a girl flying through the air and doing a back flip on the top of one of the piers. Under her was a banner that read “Trapeze School New York” in black and red lettering. I couldn’t stop smiling as I watched, […]