The Lower East Side is one of the most interesting neighbourhoods in New York City. It’s particularly known for its Jewish history, but the Lower East Side has been a melting pot of different cultures as waves of immigration swept into New York City over the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, the Lower East Side is still one of the best places to go to … Continue reading Lower East Side Neighborhood Guide
The Upper West Side is the New York City of Hollywood and sitcoms, and walking around the neighbourhood feels a bit like walking around a movie set. While it doesn’t have as many flashy attractions as other neighbourhoods, there are still so many things to do on the Upper West Side. The best things to do on the Upper West Side include Central Park, the … Continue reading Upper West Side Neighborhood Guide
A few weeks after I arrived in New York City, I returned to Central Park again to witness the beautiful peak bloom of the cherry blossoms. Compared to the delicate colours of the first bloom of the cherry blossoms, peak bloom was outrageously pink – I could hardly believe my eyes! This time, I walked around the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir and stopped for a while on … Continue reading Central Park Cherry Blossoms in Peak Bloom
It’s hard to get a sense of how big New York City is from the streets of Manhattan. After living in New York City for nearly two years, I’ve rounded up the best places for incredible views of New York City. The best views of New York City are found at the Top of the Rock, The Empire State Building, East River State Park, The … Continue reading 15 Of The Absolute Best Views of New York City
The most iconic sights in New York City include Central Park, Grand Central Station, The Chrysler Building and the Empire State Building, as well as low key yet iconic sights like the wrought iron facades in SoHo and the classic New York City brownstones which can be found from the West Village, to the Upper West Side, to Brooklyn. Even while living in the city, … Continue reading 11 Of The Most Iconic Sights in New York City
New York City has the most legendary bar scene in the world, from historic watering holes and well-worn dive bars, to elegant hotel bars, trendy wine bars, and more hidden cocktail bars and scene-y rooftop bars than you could visit in a lifetime. After living in New York City for two years, I’ve rounded up the best bars in New York City: from famous World’s Best Bars like … Continue reading 10 Of The Best Bars in New York City (2024)
New York City is one of the most dynamic and diverse cities in the world. There is so much to see & do in New York that planning your first trip can be super overwhelming, simply because there is SO much to do and so many neighbourhoods to see. I lived in New York City for nearly two years, and made this New York City … Continue reading New York City Travel Guide
NoHo has been one of New York City‘s most fashionable neighbourhoods since the early 1800s, but it wasn’t until artists like Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat set up shop in the ’60s & ’70s that the neighborhood really arrived. Today, it’s one of the most expensive neighborhoods in Manhattan, with beautiful historic architecture and a handful of excellent bars, restaurants and boutiques. NoHo flies under … Continue reading NoHo: NYC Neighborhood Guide
The Flatiron District, Gramercy Park & NoMad neighbourhoods make up one of the most sophisticated districts in New York City. Stately hotels, upscale shopping, glamorous hotel bars and some of the city’s chicest restaurants can be found within this small pocket of Manhattan between Midtown and downtown. The best things to do in Flatiron & Gramercy include seeing the iconic Flatiron Building, visiting Madison Square … Continue reading Flatiron, Gramercy & NoMad: NYC Neighborhood Guide (2024)
New York City is bursting at the seams with sights, attractions and interesting neighbourhoods, which makes it both equally exciting and overwhelming for first time visitors. I lived in New York City for two years and have thought long and hard about my favourite experiences in the city that I’d recommend hand over heart to friends, family and readers. I’ve rounded up my top recommendations … Continue reading 20 Of The Best Things to Do in New York City (2024)