New York
View of New York Cities famous Central Park located in upper Manhattan. Left, Upper Westside; Right, Upper Eastside; Straight ahead, Harlem
Whether you know it as the concrete jungle, the big apple, the city that never sleeps, or just NYC, one thing for sure, you can live your Sex in the City life, Wolf of Wall Street life, and everything in between. You will land at John F. Kennedy (JFK) or LaGuardia (LGA) and be on your way to living your life like the movies!
New York City 101
New York City is divided into 5 boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island. Within each of those boroughs you will find some of your dream locations and famous areas. For example, trying to live like Carrie Bradshaw? You can expect to spend the majority of your time in Upper Manhattan along Park Ave and surrounding areas. Thinking more Wolf of Wall of Street vibes? Head all the way down to Lower Manhattan in the Financial District a.k.a FiDi. Music lover? How about Teyana Taylor energy? You’ll find that vibe in Uptown, Harlem area. We will cover each borough individually a little later. In the meantime, let's talk about what to expect from “the city”.
What to Expect
The City is big, bold, and definitely has its unexpected moments and smells at times. Always add 30-40mins to your commute around the city to account for any traffic delays. Wondering how to get around traffic? Take your adventure underground to avoid the gridlock, traffic lights, chaotic drivers, taxis & ubers/lyft fees by utilizing NYCs notorious subway system. Although it might sound daunting, Google Maps makes taking the subway super easy. I promise. Although known as the city that never sleeps, attractions close, some restaurants close during certain hours or open later in the day for dinner, just make sure you’re checking times and making reservations to ensure a smooth trip into the city. Unlike smaller metropolitan areas, you cannot be afraid to step into that speakeasy in the sketchy alley or ignore the non-aesthetic entry way, or bodega, to find some of the best foodie gems! Last piece of advice, DO NOT WALK SLOW. I cannot stress this enough. You will be most hated on the sidewalk if you walk without purpose or stop in the middle of the sidewalk to take that picture. Be aware of your surroundings in every facet (including bikes).
Hop over to “New York City: The Boroughs” to read more on each area
