As a New Yorker, I sadly commit to the bit of being addicted to the hustle. However, even workaholics and stress-induced people like me need a retreat every now and then. QC NY Spa had been on my list for the longest time, and right before a particularly long travel jaunt through South America, I…
It's the most wonderful time of the year, which means the annual holiday markets are back up in New York City. I know Bryant Park Winter Village gets all the love, but over the past few years, that market is so jam-packed beyond belief that I have found it difficult to enjoy. While Union Square…
Long gone are the days where only wine can perfectly compliment a meal; and while you might only associate sake with sushi and udon, it's time to open your mind and expand the delicious Japanese spirit to other cuisines. For the month of February, you can head to The Golden Swan to try this phenomenal…
There’s a new Chase lounge at LaGuardia Airport in New York, and since its unveiling in January, it has quickly become a fan favorite for loyal cardholders. The Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club is one of the only Chase airport lounges in the country, the others being at Boston Logan International (BOS) and John…
'Tis the season to eat at holiday popups around NYC. New York City is already one of the most Instagrammable cities during Christmastime, and it's annually well known as a universal culinary mecca. Marry the best of both worlds, and head to these festive spots to eat in the greatest city in the world during…
If you're headed to NYC with your girls, you might feel overwhelmed in trying to decide where to grab a bite. New York has over 6,000 restaurants, and some are simply better equipped for large groups than others. After dining at so many spots around New York, these are my top restaurant picks for a…
Every year, hundreds of thousands of merpersons and fellow sea critters gather in Coney Island for the annual Mermaid Parade. This year, the Mermaid Parade is held on Saturday, June 22nd, 2024. Coney Island's Mermaid Parade is, in my humble opinion, the best day of the year. After having gone to the Mermaid Parade nearly…
If you're visiting New York City, it's likely you've considered staying in, or at least near, Times Square. Times Square is a notoriously popular neighborhood of NYC, and it's a landmark destination for visitors all around the globe. The problem with Times Square is that since it's so popular, hotels in the area can often…
One of the most frequently asked questions I get is: "I want to solo travel. Where should I go?" While I'm a firm believer that anywhere can be done as a solo female traveler, some places are simply better than others, whether it's that they are used to seeing women alone (big cities), have really…
For those who have worked their tails off all semester, get ready to treat yourself with some much needed time off for spring break. While I personally have gone on Spring Break to Egypt and was scheduled to go to Spring Break to Costa Rica in March 2020 (which for reasons you can probably imagine,…
