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A view of Central Park in the winter with the skyscrapers on the West Side being reflected in the lake near the Ramble.

Local’s Complete Guide to Visiting New York City in February

A local’s guide to visiting NYC in February + secret local tips.

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29 Fun Restaurants in NYC for Adults in 2023 + Local Tips

Local’s rad guide to some of the fun restaurants in NYC for adults in 2024.

Garland with red bows hanging above the escalators at Grand central terminal in NYC.

Local’s Guide to NYC in January with Everything You Need to Know for 2024

Everything you need to know about visiting NYC in January.

Red interior of King's Carriage House in NYC

81 Unique Restaurants in NYC You Must-Try Now!

A 30+ year local’s guide to 83 of the most unique restaurants in NYC. A selection of unusual restaurants in NYC that you must try now!

A drag queen with red hair and a green shirt with a bow tie with a pink/purple background at the best drag brunch NYC has to offer.

13 Best Drag Brunches in NYC in 2024 from a Local

The only guide you will ever need to the 13 best drag brunches in NYC.

26 Best Places to Shop in NYC on a Budget in 2024

Insider’s guide to 26 of the best places to shop in NYC on a budget.

Aerial view of the statue of liberty on liberty island with fall foliage. The view is from the inside of a helicopter cockpit and takes places during the best NYC helicopter tour.

33 Best Things to do in NYC for Your Birthday + Expert Tips From A Local

A savvy local guide to 33 amazing things to do in NYC for your birthday in 2023.

Local’s Epic Guide to 25 Best Thrift Stores in Brooklyn in 2024

Mega epic guide to 25 of the best thrift stores in Brooklyn.

Citizens of Soho is one of the best cafes in SOHO NYC and serves a great brunch.

Fun Brunch NYC: 32 Amazing Spots for 2024

Local’s guide to 32 of my picks for the best fun brunch NYC has to offer.

View of the Manhattan Bridge in between two buildings in DMUBO.

Amazing Local’s Guide For Seeing New York in 2 Days Itinerary in 2024

Want to see New York in 2 days? If so then use this 2 days in NYC itinerary to plan the perfect trip. Also, get free maps to make everything easier.

About the Author

Welcome! My name is Kelly and I’m so happy you’re here! I was born and raised in New York City and have spend the past 30+ years here.

Now I want to share my expert tips with you so that you can travel NYC like a local.

I has also spent a ton fo time living in and exploring New York State, and want to share all my expert advice on how to travel in Lake George, Lake Placid, Poughkeepsie, Woodstock, and more.

So, come with me and let\'s explore New York and New York City like a local, not a tourist.

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