Qiana Martin

Welcome to NYC! Now What? Moving to New York City is a dream, but it can also feel like a dizzying sprint of logistics, questions, and unexpected costs. I created this list to help you skip the stress and step into your NYC life with confidence. As someone who has lived in New York for over a decade, I’ve seen how small oversights can turn into costly or frustrating problems, especially when it comes to apartment hunting, setting up services, knowing your rights, or simply finding your rhythm in a city that never slows down. That’s why I built this guide with relocators in mind—whether you’re: moving to New York from Ireland, making the leap from LA, moving to New York alone and want to fill up your “dance card” fast, looking for smart tips to sidestep first-timer pitfalls or ready to enjoy the best of NYC on a budget. You’ll find a mix of essential resources, free activities, budget hacks, and quick-start tools (like my NYC Lease Decoder) to help you settle in faster and live bigger without spending weeks hunting down what you actually need. This List Helps You With: relocating to New York City without getting overwhelmed Living in New York to the fullest (even on a budget). tips for moving to New York from anywhere with ease, renting smartly and understanding your tenant rights from Day 1. Whether you're in Harlem, Brooklyn, Queens, or the Upper East Side, this list is built to get you up and running in the city that runs on everything.

Planning your FIFA World Cup 2026 trip to the U.S.? I’ve built this master guide so soccer fans in the U.S. and from around the world can avoid the mistakes I made at my first World Cup abroad. I know how easy it is to underestimate stadium commutes, or miss out on authentic local experiences. Why trust this list? I’m a Top 1% HotelTonight booker and longtime Airbnb Superuser who has stayed in hundreds of accommodations across the globe. I’ve experienced international soccer matches overseas firsthand, and I know what it feels like to juggle tickets, transit, and travel chaos. This guide pulls together vetted hotel, Airbnb, and travel suggestions for every U.S. host city — from luxe stays for sponsors and execs, to budget picks for fan groups, to family-friendly Airbnbs near stadiums. I also highlight transit hacks, dining tips, and survival tricks for match day, so you can focus on the Beautiful Game instead of stressing logistics. Whether you’re in New York, Dallas, Miami, or Seattle, this is your go-to list for World Cup-ready accommodations. Each section has multiple suggestions across price points and styles, designed to maximize your experience and minimize mistakes. Save and check this master list for updates, as I will be adding new suggestions as the weeks progress.

From astrology to human design and feng shui, check out some of the esoteric products that I use and gift my friends.

As a busy entrepreneur, I have created a personal office that focuses on my well being and getting my tasks done efficiently. Here are some of the furnishings and tools that I use to accomplish this goal.

For several years, I've been alongside my mama on her Crohn's journey. It has been a process of trial and error, as we've tried to get her condition under control and in remission. These are some of the products that have helped her during different stages of experience.

From as early as I can remember, I spent many afternoons with my grandparents in the garden and working with them on landscaping around our house. I look forward to sharing my gardening tips with you!

Have a soccer loving student that wants to bring their passion for the game to school? These school essentials list will give you an assist.

With a busy schedule, I use a number of kitchen accessories to make it easier for me to prepare healthy dishes in the shortest amount of time. It's the difference between cooking and ordering takeout on some days! So, if you are always in a time crunch like myself, check out this list for accessories that can help you create nutritious meals.

When it comes to working out, half the battle is just showing up! And, I find that when I am excited about my training outfit, I have an added boost to show up and show out. Check out some of the designs and brands that you will see me getting reps in.

If you enjoy rest like me, this list will feed your passion for a good night's rest, lazy Sunday in bed or a refreshing mid afternoon nap.

Planning to move to New York City? Here are a few items that I have used frequently during my almost decade of living here.

As an athlete and former youth soccer coach, I created this list to help soccer parents, players and coaches save time in finding exactly what they need for the soccer field.

If you're looking for an honest opinion from someone who loves to stay in hotels, I have my favorite picks for you in New York City.

Ready to add a bit of soccer to your home decor? I share beautiful soccer art prints, soccer bathroom decor, bedroom soccer decor and other soccer room accessories on this list. These soccer decor ideas make wonderful soccer gifts for housewarming gift baskets, birthday presents and holiday celebrations. Enjoy!

I am always on the lookout for the perfect dress. It can be to style myself (or others) for dates and a variety of special occasions. And, I really get a thrill from procuring headturning looks without paying full price. If you are like me, you will love this list.

My grandmother instilled in me from a young age the importance of drinking water from sun up to sun down. It inspired me to seek out premium water brands when I got older, and here are a few recommendations from the ones that you will often find in my fridge or tote bag.

As someone who has been so goal driven, I had to learn to make self care as a part of my daily to do list. This practice has benefitted me in countless ways courtesy of these skincare, at home spa and personal care products. I hope these selections can give you an assist as well.

Whether you're a passionate player, an aspiring coach, or a devoted fan, these selections dive deep into epic teams, legendary coaches, iconic players, and unforgettable moments in soccer history. Perfect for gifting or expanding your own football/soccer library. Dive in, and let these tales inspire your next play, strategy, or matchday conversation

I believe it's much easier to rest when you're wearing garments that make you feel like a princess. And if you want to bring a bit of luxury to your recharging moments, these pieces are just for you at a great price.

Do you love to find high quality, sustainable fashion below market price? I do, and if you're anything like me, you like to find these deals fast. I created this list to give you an assist. Time can be the difference between landing the perfect addition to your wardrobe in your size or just missing the deal. I wish you many amazing finds!

From soccer art activities (such as Christmas coloring pages) to ugly Christmas sweaters and soccer gifts that are perfect for holiday gift baskets, this list is a Christmas dream come true for soccer players, fans and lovers of the sport.

I embrace my Barbie DNA, and if you wear various Barbie hats, you'll love the unique ways you can inject some of this energy at work, in the gym or wherever you vacay. This list is for you!

For children who love soccer, their passion for the game doesn't end when they leave the field. This list is for those who are looking for soccer inspired toys that will fuel their young fan's exciting for the worlds favorite sport.

Are you the oldest child tasked with navigating the house emergencies for your parent when they arise? It's a steep learning curve to quickly educate yourself on the best replacements. I've compiled a collection of appliances that have served as great replacements for my Mom.

Need some memorable gift ideas? I am sharing some of the presents that I have purchased for family, friends and colleagues.

This curated collection is for enthusiasts who love to give and receive memorable soccer presents.