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How to Have the Best Vacation Ever (NYC Edition) 🗽🍎 what to pack, where to go, and what to wear
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items There are SO many lists filled with cliches and overpriced tourist traps, and as someone who's lived in the city for 6 years... let me save you some time & hopefully more money than you would've if you did the touristy thing (no shade, they just ...
If you’re searching for a great affordable Ny slice, this place is one of the classics and used to me by go to after late nights & they have really cheap pizza but it doesn’t taste like cardboard
2 Bros. Pizza
Your classic, cramped, but efficient Ny diner that always has really good food and apparently now sells its own merch?
Pearl Diner
This is my favorite pier in the entire city, and also always has cute little games set up on the "boardwalk", and the most stunning views. I've included some videos in the list so you can see what I mean
Pier 17
Documentation of my love for pier 17 and all it has to offer
Gwen Grace 🦢✨ on Instagram: "Pier 17 is my love language"
Jackie Onassis Reservoir is my preferred walk in the park, has both beautiful views and a serene vibe, always a nice breeze too
Gwen Grace 🦢✨ on Instagram: "🌸 #july4thweekend 🇺🇸 recentering🧘🏻♀️"
I call this the butterfly garden, but apparently it s real name is the Shakespeare Garden, and it’s tucked away and stunning and always packed with an abundance of flowers and butterflies - also has benches if you need a seat
Gwen Grace 🦢✨ on Instagram: "Welcome to the Secret Garden🐛🦋"
Ferry rides, while sometimes packed, are free and a great way to get a view of the city and statue of Liberty etc so you get all your vacation shots
Gwen Grace 🦢✨ on Instagram: "Hello?"
Astoria park has a track, tennis court, park, and also a beautiful river walk that has views of the city
Gwen Grace 🦢✨ on Instagram: "just got my clothes out of storage so prepare to be BOMBARDED with fit pics 😉"
The Met Rooftop Bar is super cute and has the best views, you don’t have to drink you can just vibe if you want
Gwen Grace 🦢✨ on Instagram: "Okay but guys this might be my new fave dress 🥂 thanks @erictu222 for coordinating our meet up at the met ✨ • • • • • #nycinfluencer #nyactors #nycmodels #nymodel #nycevents"
A classic and affordable option for museum goers, also just a great way to spend a day or kill a few hours
Metropolitan Museum of Art
This is a GREAT CARRYON and has survived like 5 moves and multiple trips with me, fits so much and has a shoe pouch - my go to for trips
Leather Travel Bag with Shoe Pouch, Waterproof
One thing about New York, is that there WILL be a lot of walking, and if you have the wrong shoes, you’ll have regrets - these are my go to shoes and they’re so comfy for walking, bouncy and durable
LUCKY STEP Women Chunky Platform Sneakers
Flights and travel can cause acne, and these really get the job done - they're perfect for overnight rejuvenation
LitBear Acne Pimple Patches - 180 Dots
Also a super cute and free walk that will provide views of Chelsea and the meatpacking district
The High Line
While I haven’t personally visited, my friends go frequently and there are always plenty of runners and dog walkers around - a great view as well
Little Island
I think they’re National now, but they’re also a NYer favorite and people often stop for a scoop after walking on the pier or after a date
Location | Van Leeuwen Ice Cream
Also another amazing pizza place that's a local favorite and budget friendly!
Joe's Pizza - New York, NY - 1435 Broadway - Hours, …
Your phone will run out of juice faster than you think, so make sure you carry a portable charger like this so you won’t be stranded trying to find an outlet! These are the ones I have and they’ve served me really well and I never leave the house wit...
Miady 2-Pack 10000mAh Dual USB Power Bank
Again, I know this is unconventional, but skincare is just as important as a good restaurant rec, and the last thing you want is to get sunburnt on your vacation
Elizavecca Milky Piggy SPF 50+ Face Stick
This is one of my favorite places in the city, and a cute place to take pictures or walk around with an amazing 360 view of the city and Brooklyn - you can also take an air trolley here which could be a cool experience
Roosevelt Island Guide: Planning Your Visit - TripSavvy
Because the city is gross and people are grosser haha, keep one of these in your purse and take it at the first sign of feeling sick, or on your flight to prevent getting sick before your trip
Zicam Cold Remedy Zinc Rapidmelts, 25 Ct
If you’re a film buff or even just open for the experience, this is a cool indie theater that will give you a much more special experience than the standard onesn
METROGRAPH
I know, I know, it’s basic, but it’s also a classic and no one has ever complained to me after visiting! In a cute area too. I would always get the dark chocolate walnut cookie
Dominique Ansel Bakery
There are multiple locations in NY and they've started selling their stuff online and in stores, but nothing beats the fresh banana pudding (don't knock it until you try it)
Store Locations – Magnolia Bakery
This is a chain and you can usually find one somewhere when you’re out and about - decent coffee and prices
Bluestone Lane 330 Madison …
I haven’t been, but a lot of my friends have, and it’s supposed to be really fun
SPYSCAPE
Amazing brookies and lemon bars, I highly recommend if you have a sweet tooth
Buttercup Bake Shop
One of the best Italian places I’ve had the pleasure of visiting, really good bread and pasta Thats handmade - get the bolognese and you won’t regret it
Fiaschetteria Pistoia
A classic dim sum place Thats well loved by natives and in china town so you'll have a chance to do some sight seeing too
Nom Wah Tea Parlor in Chinatown, New York — Open since 1920
This is a super hidden and cute used book store that donates 100% of proceeds to the library. All volunteer run, and there are some absolute gems of books here ranging from your classic dollar mysteries to cool architecture books and classics - most ...
The Book Cellar
Because OF COURSE. And also it's pay as you can so you can donate a dollar or twenty depending on how you're feeling
Home | Natural History Museum
They make chocolate and gelato and are very well reviewed! Could be a cute souvenir to bring back for someone
Venchi Chocolate and …
For obvious reasons this is a fun one, but they also have an artists and fleas style market with handmade goods. Great food court too and a good place to kill an afternoon
Chelsea Market
Legendary brunch and amazing pastries, also in Soho so you can do some window shopping afterward too
Balthazar
Get some cute keepsakes and Knick knacks, and knock out a whole afternoon perusing their section of artisan clothes, jewelry, soaps, etc
Artists & Fleas at Chelsea Market