New York is the most visited city in the United States. Famous for….well, everything, New York City is the beating heart of the world — which is why I call it home. Every culture, language, and food is represented here. You could spend a lifetime exploring the city and never really see it all. Unsurprisingly, […]
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New York Itinerary: What to Do and See in 5 Days in NYC
Last Updated: 2/26/24 | February 26th, 2024 Home to around 9 million people, NYC has tons of things to see and do. It’s a massive city that’s impossible to “see” in a single visit. It’s home to thousands of restaurants, hundreds of museums, attractions, plays, and countless other quirky things to do. As a traveler […]
The 31 Best Things Do in New York City
Last Updated: 1/10/24 | January 10th, 2024 New York City. It’s one of my favorite cities in the world and one of the most popular destinations in the US. Sprawling, busy, exciting — there’s a reason people call it the city that never sleeps! It has something for everyone — including lots of budget-friendly activities […]
A Guide to Exploring Colonial New York City
Last updated: 8/17/23 | August 17th, 2023 As a history nerd, I love taking a deep dive into a destination’s past. I’m a firm believer that if you don’t understand where people have come from, you’ll never understand where they are now. It’s a big reason why I love museums so much. As one of […]
How to Eat in New York City on a Budget
New York City might be an expensive place to visit, but it doesn’t mean you can’t find great food! Here are my tips for how to eat in NYC on a budget.
The 8 Best Hostels in New York City
Last Updated: 9/13/23 | September 13th, 2023 New York City may be the city that never sleeps, but it’s definitely hard to find a (cheap) place to sleep here. Accommodation in NYC is not cheap — and it’s often hard to find deals. That’s (in part) by design. There used to be a lot of […]
The Best Statue of Liberty Tour in New York City: My Take Walks Experience
Posted: 3/24/2023 | March 24th, 2023 I love New York City. I’ve spent so much time visiting and living here. To me, it’s the beating heart of the world. There is no language spoken or food eaten that you can’t find here. And there’s a never-ending stream of things to see and do. You can […]
The Best Walking Tours of New York City
Last Updated: 11/21/23 | November 21st, 2023 New York City has tons of walking tour companies. There are free tours, food tours, neighborhood tours, expensive private walking tours. New York has a walking tour for everyone’s needs and interests! Personally, I love walking tours. I think they’re a wonderful way to see a city, get […]
The 7 Best Hotels in New York City
Posted: 3/7/24 | March 7th, 2024 New York City is the most iconic and most visited city in the United States. With its distinctive skyline, diverse neighborhoods, world-class museums, incredible Broadway productions, and melting pot of cultures, NYC attracts millions of visitors each year. (It’s also the place I call home.) New York City is […]
Where to Stay in NYC: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit
Last Updated: 3/7/24 | March 7th, 2024 Trying to find accommodation in New York City can be a painstaking process given the large number of hotels and neighborhoods to stay in. This is a city of over 10 million people. It’s massive and there is a lot of choice. As someone who spent years living […]
United States Travel Guide
The United States isn’t a popular destination for backpackers and budget travelers. Most overseas tourists come here for a short vacation, visit one or two cities, and then head home. They usually stick to the big coastal cities or places like Disney. And it wasn’t until COVID that Americans en-masse bothered to hop in their […]
The 10 Best Places to Go for New Year’s Eve
Countries around the world ring in the new year with fireworks, festivals, friends, parties, and, of course, kisses. It’s a holiday that knows no nationality! Start your new year right by celebrating in one of the top ten places to go in the world on New Year’s Eve!