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12+ Notorious Mafia Hangouts in New York City

By Antonina | Updated: December 4, 2023 | 1 Comment

New York City is the birthplace of the American Mafia, and for more than 150 years gangsters have left their mark on the Big Apple. Planning your New York City mafia sites adventure? Here’s everything I wish I’d known. If…

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14 Best Food Carts in New York City (NYC Street Food Guide)

By Antonina | Updated: November 29, 2023 | 1 Comment

In New York City street food is a part of the daily routine for millions of locals. It’s what keeps the city running, and with such great variety street food vendors have also become a point of attraction for tourists….

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Question from a reader: How do I prep for the winter weather in NYC?

By Antonina | Updated: November 27, 2023 | Leave a Comment

Note. This article is a copy of a post from our beloved weekly newsletter, where readers get updates on our daily lives in NYC every Monday morning. If is on your list, you’re going to want to read this before…

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16 Terrible Tourist Traps in New York City (And How to Avoid Them)

By Antonina | Updated: November 27, 2023 | Leave a Comment

Let’s be real—New York City is magical, but not every famous spot lives up to the hype. Here’s my honest take on tourist traps in New York City. the tips, the tricks, and what to skip entirely. I say this…

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8 Memorable Manhattan Bars Everyone Should Visit

By Antonina | Updated: October 29, 2023 | 1 Comment

Known as the City that Never Sleeps, New York City’s nightlife is known the world over. As a local, I’ve explored every angle of bars in Manhattan, and this the guide I wish someone had given me. You have to…

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The Spookiest Halloween Decorations on the Upper West Side

By Antonina | Updated: October 26, 2023 | Leave a Comment

Looking for great food in Upper West Side? Check out our guide to the best restaurants. New Yorkers strive to be the best in everything they do and the epic Halloween decorations on the Upper West Side (UWS) are proof…

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