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Upper East Side Neighbourhood Guide

The Upper East Side is one of the most iconic neighbourhoods in New York City, well known for its affluent residents, luxurious brownstones and doorman buildings, and some of the city’s best museums and designer shopping. The Upper East Side is one of the best neighbourhoods in NYC for visitors, with plenty of things to see and do. The best things to do on the … Continue reading Upper East Side Neighbourhood Guide

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Hell’s Kitchen Neighborhood Guide (+ Map)

Hells Kitchen is a classic NYC neighborhood to visit while you’re in New York City. While it doesn’t have the obvious charms of SoHo, West Village, East Village or Nolita, there are lots of great things to do in Hells Kitchen. Hells Kitchen lacks some of the grander sights (see: gangster stronghold until the 1980s), but there are plenty of things to do – like … Continue reading Hell’s Kitchen Neighborhood Guide (+ Map)

Nolita Neighborhood Guide NYC (2024): Best Restaurants, Bars & Things to Do

Nolita is one of New York City‘s most charming downtown neighbourhoods. It’s a tiny neighbourhood, only spanning a few blocks, but bursting with history, character and things to do, making it a must-visit neighborhood in New York City. Some of the best things to do in Nolita include shopping at NYC’s best bookstore, McNally Jackson, eating some of the best pizza in the city at … Continue reading Nolita Neighborhood Guide NYC (2024): Best Restaurants, Bars & Things to Do

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East Village: NYC Neighborhood Guide

The East Village is New York City‘s original counterculture neighborhood, and one of the most iconic New York City neighbourhoods to visit. As the birthplace of punk rock, dozens of major musicians launched their careers here, such as Madonna, Blondie, Talking Heads, Pink Floyd and The Strokes to name a few. Despite the changes that have swept the neighborhood over the last thirty years, East … Continue reading East Village: NYC Neighborhood Guide

SoHo NYC Neighbourhood Guide

SoHo is one of the most fashionable neighbourhoods in New York City. Come for cobblestones, the historic cast-iron building facades, major fashion labels and the American raw bars and classic bistros that have become New York institutions. I lived in New York City, next to SoHo in Nolita, for nearly two years. This SoHo neighbourhood guide includes my favourite things to do in SoHo and the … Continue reading SoHo NYC Neighbourhood Guide

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Midtown Manhattan: NYC Neighborhood Guide

Midtown Manhattan is home to so many of New York City icons, including The Empire State Building, Central Park, MoMa, Grand Central Station, Times Square & more! After living in New York City for two years, and working in Midtown, I’ve created this Midtown Neighborhood Guide to help visitors find the absolute best things to do in Midtown Manhattan. You can squeeze most of what … Continue reading Midtown Manhattan: NYC Neighborhood Guide

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West Village Neighbourhood Guide

West Village is one of New York City‘s most romantic neighbourhoods for visitors, whether you’re here for brunch and shopping, or Comedy Cellar and Carrie Bradshaw’s stoop. In this West Village neighborhood guide I’ve rounded up the most beautiful spots, and the best bars, restaurants and cafes in West Village. I lived in New York City for nearly two years, and loved spending evenings and … Continue reading West Village Neighbourhood Guide

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Itinerary: 5 Days in New York City for First Time Visitors

Planning your first trip to New York City is exciting and overwhelming in equal measure. If you’re spending 5 days in New York City for the first time, there’s a mind-boggling number of things to do, see and eat. Planning a 5 day itinerary can seem impossible! I’ve lived in New York City and have used this experience to design what I think is the … Continue reading Itinerary: 5 Days in New York City for First Time Visitors

Where to stay in New York City? 10 Best neighbourhoods for visitors (& where to avoid)

Deciding where to stay in New York City is SO overwhelming, because there are so many excellent neighbourhoods to choose from – as well as a number you might want to avoid. If you’re planning your first trip to New York City and are wondering what the best neighbourhood to stay in New York City is, you’re in the right place! I lived in New … Continue reading Where to stay in New York City? 10 Best neighbourhoods for visitors (& where to avoid)

Lower East Side Neighborhood Guide

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