Many associate New York state with the bright lights of Times Square or mountainous regions like the Adirondacks or Catskills, but one of New York's best kept secrets is in Oneida County. Sylvan Beach is a tiny beach town with a big personality; there are so many fun things to do in this part of…
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…
New York City is magical year round, but there's little arguing that the most beautiful time of the year to visit is during the holiday season. As soon as Thanksgiving is over, the entire city lights up with Christmas decor, giant stars hanging from the streets, and holiday pop-ups are ever abundant. While the entire…
I grew up in Upstate New York, and as a child, I resented the area. Why would my parents choose such a desolate, cold area to raise their kids in? Well, after years of resentment, I finally have a great appreciation for the beauty that is Upstate New York. Would I ever move back? Nope,…
