12 Things Every First Timer MUST DO When Visiting NYC !
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00:00- Intro
00:27- 12. Eat a Slice of Pizza
01:23- 11. Go to a Rooftop View
02:49- 10. Walk the Brooklyn Bridge
03:26- 9. Visit Times Square at Night
04:27- 8. Explore Central Park
05:14- 7. Walk the Highline
05:51- 6. Wander Greenwich & West Village
06:44- 5. See the Statue of Liberty
07:47- 4. Roam Grand Central Terminal
08:43- 3. Visit a Museum
09:32- 2. Go to a Broadway Show
10:12- 1. Visit the 9 11 Memorial
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I'm dying to get back to NYC! I've been twice before and I've done a lot of what you suggested here, but the rooftop bars, the transit museum, and great pizza -- that's what I'm looking forward to! One of the things I really want to see that you don't have mentioned here is the City Hall Subway station. I think it's expensive, but I still want to see it. Good suggestions!
Hi John, We are a fam of 4 arriving this Monday. Can you give me an idea on good tkt prices for Wicked? I downloaded the TKTS app but its never there? Would hate to miss out on this or overpay; any advice?
12. eat a slice of pizza
11. go to a rooftop
10.walk the brooklyn bridge
9. vist times square at night
8. explore central park
7. walk the highline
6. wander greenwich and west village
5. see the statue of liberty
4. roam grand central terminal
3. vist a museum
2. go to a broadway show
1. vist the 911 memorial
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I did all these but 2 in 5 days.... It was amazing
@@kellywilson3759 im going in a week and will be spending 5 days! Do you have any more recommendations? Where did you go and where did you not go from his recommendations?
Don't forget Rockefeller center!!!!
@Vanilla âą 13 years ago i appreciate him saving me some time off my life.
Him: things to do in your first trip to NYC
me: watching this video even though I live there
Same. I been here all my life lol suprising there are a few things is have not done maybe 1 or 2
So lucky!!
Akoo TV itâs actually not the best if you live there itâs much better if you just visit for a few days
Big goof because you canât afford to live in NYC. People from other countries risk their lives and leave everything behind to come and live in NYC. NYC is the place to live for the rest of your life, doesnât the fact that it is the most populated city in the US prove this? Almost 9 million people live here. NYC is the city that has absolutely everything, you can do everything here, itâs not just a place to visit for a few days at all, not even close. It is the most amazing place to live.
ÎÎÎΩΠÎÎÎÎ really? Damn okay I mean I would think it would be very crowded and hard to live there
Instead of top of the rock which costs a lot of money, you should get a drink at the William Vale Hotel in Brooklyn. The bar is set at the top of the hotel on the 22nd floor. Views are incredible and it's a way more affordable option.
Thanks
Thank you
But from a photographers perspective, TOTR still has the great vantage point to take a photo of the NYC skyline with The ESB in the centre.
Did you pay for that???
Kid friendly??
Here are 10 more New York City great Dos in addition to John's great recommendations:
1. To see celebrities in person go to the corner of 53 street and Broadway in Manhattan and go north a few feet up 53 street around 4:30 pm Monday to Fridays (only when the Stephen Colbert Show is taping because sometimes the show is on vacation or is off for a day) and stand behind police barricades that will be there. Then, you'll see the celebrities coming in between 5pm and 6pm across the street from where you'll be standing. Then, when the celebrities finish being on the show they will come out of that side entrance to leave. Many celebs when they are leaving (not when they first arrive) will walk up to the fans and take selfies and shake hands with you. The celebs will walk up to you between 6pm and 45 minutes after that. But, you have to be there early before the fans area fills up.
2. You can also see celebrity guests going to The Jimmy Fallon Show and Seth Meyer Show and if you're lucky Saturday Night Live Show inside 30 Rockerfeller Center (yes that's the same building that the TV show 30 Rock is based on with Tina Fey). That is near the corner of 50 Street and Avenue Of The Americas and try to be there around 5pm inside the lobby and just ask someone which is the elevator to go to The Jimmy Fallon Show. Then just stand in that elevator side where there is a guard that will not let you in that the elevator side. But, you can stand just outside the elevator side.
3. If you want to see a specific celebrity that is staring in a Broadway stage show, go to that theater early (especially on weekdays) and ask one of the theater employees where is the side entrance (not the main entrance) where the celebrities come in through and at what time do they arrive which can vary since some celebs come in hours before to put on make-up or costumes for the show. Others don't.
4. If you are a fan of basball (The Yankees, The Mets), you can find out when they are in town playing in their stadium and get tickets for The Yankees (in The Bronx) taking the 4 train to 161 Street or for The Mets to the stop called Citi Field on the 7 train. This way you can see some of the most famous athletes.
5. If you want to see a free live music concert from the top singers in the world, during the summer NBC TV network has free concerts near the ice rink in a court yard area in between buildings away from traffic in Rockefeller Center. These shows are presented by The Today Show in the morning during weekdays. Check listings to see when and who will be performing.
6. If you want to see celebrities being interviewed check 92 Y celebrity interviews on CZcams to get an idea of how that place is and call that place by Googling it to find out the upcoming schedule of future celebrity interviews.
7. If you are a Seinfeld fan, there is a Seinfeld bus tour that will take you to the famous real places mentioned on the Seinfeld Show. Google it.
8. If you want to go to the actual dive bar where Lady Gaga hangs out (and used to perform at before she became famous) go to 123 Rivingston Street in The Lower East Side of Manhattan. Google Map it.
9. If you are a fan of old Jazz and of Louis Armstrong, just Google Louis Armstrong house museum which is in Queens, New York across the river from Manhattan to actually walk around Louis house inside and see and touch his furniture which is still there the way he left it when he died.
10. If you want to visit the graves of some of the most famous celebrities in the history of this planet, just search on CZcams famous celebrity graves in New York City and look at those videos and pick which celebrity graves you want to see and just Google Map each individual cemetery that has those graves. Google at what time each cemetery opens and closes and go early to spend a quiet peaceful day walking around those iconic tomb stones.
I hope my recommendations helped some of you. Remember to stay away from expensive overpriced places. Some of the best food in NYC are in ethnic neighborhoods like China Town in Manhattan, Little Italy on Mulberry street, the Latin Neighborhood of Washington Heights in Manhattan, the Russian neighborhood of Brighton Beach in Brooklyn and some hot spots like Ethiopian Food, Indian Food, Thai Food, and Philippines Food areas throughout the city. Cheers.
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Bruh 8 of these involve celebs. who wants to go to NYC to see celebrities lmao
David Savian please calm down David
David Savian No, the fact that you like your own comments does hurt though. đđđđđđđđđđ
This guy:best pizza in The world
Italy:This is an avengers threat
Italy wud object to what he said..
@R. A. I have never been to Brazil so you can't convince me :P my Grandmother has been in Italy for 16 years and She makes best Italian pizza
I'm 'italian
Pakistani pizza đ is also delicious
Pizza from BRASIL are the best!
Italian pizza are only famous but they are overrated!
"New York has the best pizza in the world."
*All of Italy "I'ght imma head out!"
Filip Srb filipe ne seri.
But pizzas in Italy are trash!
@@polokegomampane2848 I'm Italian ad I'm shook ...have you ever tried pizza in italy? WE CREATED IT haha
@@moonbb3am I have when I was in Rome with my wife...never been so disappointed!!
@@moonbb3am I've been to Rome and it was the best pizza (and pasta) I've ever had, which was expected đ
I cannot even tell you how much your videos helped. We just got back to small town Indiana from the big Apple. After watching your videos I totally felt like we did NYC right! Went to Chelsea got them tacos from Numero Uno! Learned the subway system, Brooklyn Bagel, walked the Brooklyn Bridge, ate at off the path restaurants. Even though our hotel was on Times Square we ventured out and didnât stay confined to the tourist stuff. Thank you a thousand times man. Between you and âClattâ I felt like I just knew what I was doing!
One day very soon I will be "my time my turn"!
Keep up the great videos! As someone wanting to visit, I really like how you recommend "touristy" places anyway because they're just a fun experience "at least once". Perfect mix of recognizing newbie excitement and combining it with your local insight!! Thanks!!!!!! Really glad I found your channel!
I always recommend (if they don't stay in brooklyn) to go first to brooklyn with the subway before going on to the brooklyn bridge. Maybe get an ice cream (italian style) and use the bridge to walk back to manhattan.
That way you walk towards the skyline what I prefer instead of always turn back around.
PS.: Please don't stay in the bikelane for pictures ;)
You are right.
I wish I had read this before going!! Those bike riders are so rude
@@amariebloom no they ain't rude. They just don't have the time to stop for everybody to ask them calm and polite for the obvious...not standing in the bike lane...would steal (I guess) about 5-15 minutes if they have to...
@@amariebloom what do you mean bikers are rude, y'all literally in our fucking lane bruh * avid bike rider in nyc :) *
There is Italian style ice cream in the U.S.?
I did none of the tourist stuff and explored the city by walking everywhere, or taking cabs. Loved it!
Also an option.
Yes. Thank you for those suggestions. Knowing the cost of these visits helps me to have an idea of the cost of visiting for a week in addition to traveling and hotel expenses.
"New York has the best Pizza in the world"
And this is when Italy declared war
For people who love history, I recommend a guided tour of the Brooklyn Bridge. I did that last year, and the tour guide was excellent. Learning of the history behind the Brooklyn Bridge from what it was like before it was built and all the suffering that went into building it made the experience of walk so meaningful to me. The tour company was Inside-Out.
Thank you friend. Tell me where can I get this guide service? Is there any website or a specific place near the bridge?
@@claudiocesardeoliveira2763 I'm sorry I do not remember the name of the tour operator, but I booked the tour through Expedia.
@@2000konnie I will check it out. Thank you so much.
Very good
I work at the 911 Tribute Musuem and I can really tell you it's a must see experience and a true show of what makes New York a special place and her people some of the most resilient in the world!
been there last september, i absolutely agree
But please remember where you are. I see too many people forget themselves and clown around taking selfies and acting like it's a tourist attraction. Its NOT!! its sacred ground. Respect it!
"some of the most resilient in the world" - there are a lot of people in the world who have undergone and undergo much more hardship the New Yorkers and, indeed, Americans. It was a terrible event but please remember thuosands and thousands who experience hardship on a daily basis.
Was born in new york and moved when I was 5 years old and have lived in florida since. I am almost 22 and just booked a trip to NYC in January! Iâm so nervous but so excited
Your videos have helped me so much. Our last trip was perfect because of you. We did most of the things on this list. We will be going back as soon as this covid settles down some. Thank you again. Your videos are more helpful than u know.
Hi ! Iâve been in NYC this month and I want to thank you for all your advices. It was my second trip to the big apple and I enjoyed it much more this time thanks to your so precious items. I will continue to listen to go again ! So many things to discover in this incredible city that I really love đ
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I lived in New York for one year and three months.So that was the best time of my life.I am looking forward to go back.
Thank you so much it really helped me to make my itinerary. I added few of your suggestion for the visit next year!!
John, thank you for the great ideas. My family and I are making our first trip to NYC over the Labor Day weekend and we'll definitely use some of your suggestions.
Your videos helped my trip to NYC and we did have a great time, we also did it with 9 & 10 yr olds it really is a place for everyone.
Will see a show next time though. We did not plan to see the memorial but being in that area felt like we had to and it is a must see.
Love how patriotic đșđž is!
All activities are added to my to do list! One day I will be visiting all the places you have shown us in the video. Thanks for the tips.
Thank you! I will go to New York next year and I appreciate your suggestions.
I've actually done all of these things! Glad to know that I haven't missed much.
John - I just returned from a two week graduation celebration trip (my daughter from UCLA) to NYC. She has always wanted to go there! I had a lot of time and fun in reviewing probably all of your videos and a bunch of the Traveling Clatt as well. Thanks a million for making and posting those videos - we packed so much into our time there and based much of what we did on the information you provided through your videos. We felt like it was a trip we will never forget and boldly explored NYC with confidence! Thanks again... even though the trip has ended I know Iâll still watch your posts (we actually left a couple things undone for next trip). Regards, Steve.
Thanks for the heads up. Here we come!
Thanks for the video and thank you everyone for the comments , so many great tips.
I have been itching for a Nee York trip. Visited the airport more times than I can count but it doesnât count in visiting New York! I have to go!!!! Love traveling and blending into a crowd. Seems easy here. I absolutely love your guide. Iâll be using it for sure. Thanks!
youtuber:NYC has the best pizza in the world
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đźđč has the best pizza in the world. đ€·ââïž Greets from Europe.
Americans.....
I couldnât agree more but New York has the best pizza in New York and that is all what they know. Sad for them haha
Thomas B I had better New York style pizza for cheaper in my small town in Massachusetts lmfao Iâve had a 4 dollar Brooklyn slice it tastes like shit
NYC better
Thanks for a practical yet meaningful insights about the city.
Thank for the tips to travel New York City! You are great in the podcast!
Great vid! I am from Baltic state Lithuania and during my first trip to NY, was lucky to get inside the crown of statue of Liberty. That was a very special moment in my life!
Give my regards to Vilnius University. Lithuanians are crazy people, but I love them!
Gimiau ir uĆŸaugau Niujorke, taÄiau ĆĄiek tiek laiko praleidau tavo ĆĄalyje, universitete. Nesijaudink dÄl Rusijos ir to kiaulÄs Putino. JAV turi tavo nugarÄ .
O. Thanks. We from Ukraine and we interested about Statue of Liberty last time too
Very informative videos, to me NY always looked like this scary mega city and you often don't know where to start they are just so many places to visit, but with your videos you give some level of confidence and what to look out for. Now my bucket list is complete for my visit to NYC next month and all thanks to you buddy: Much love from South Africa
Thanks for sharing!
ty man this video helped me complete my homework
As a native New Yawker of 58 years the pizza is the only thing that keeps me here! Good to see you put it at #1.
Hello
Thank you very much for your kind attention to New York tourist spots.
coming my way on December2019 till January 2020 thank you for posting!
Thanks for the suggestions! I didn't get to do all of it, but I did enjoy my visit in NYC.
Listen to this guy. He knows what he is talking about. If Iâd add anything, I add this: start at the battery and walk.... walk upwards through all the neighborhoods, including Chinatown and Soho, and all the way to the upper east or west side to one if the museums. NYC is an aggregation of neighborhoods, and the bast way to see them is to walk them with a subway stop here and there.
Good advice here if limited in time. Of course, one can never leave Manhattan (and many never do) and live a remarkable life. Short on theme? His advice is sound. One note: many of the major museums are free. The charge you will see is discretionary. Simply pay what you can afford,, and go. One often doesnât have to pay the price suggested. Itâs a suggestion, not mandatory. Read the fine print at admissions. Offer $5 and off you go.
You read my mind, I'm counting down to my first trip to NY very soon, can't wait to do all these these things. Thanks for all the great NY advice as always!
No problem !!
Me too! Headed there in 2 weeks!
How was it? When did you go?
Went in September 2019! One of the best trips I've ever had, had the most fun and used so many of Jon's brilliant recommendations! Can't wait to go back again asap!
Great information. I cannot wait to try some of these!!!!! Thank you!!!!
Thank you so much for this guidance video I really appreciated it cause itâs updated and fun ! Iâll take it into consideration for my trip to the big Apple... Greetings from Chile âđ»
Helpful! Because am here this weekend with my wife and it's her first time in the city. We've coincidentally already done several of your suggestions, and I think you and I must have similar tastes because all but one of your suggestions are in our plans.
Take her to Bloomingdales and Tiffany's
* walk the 42nd street
* Visit a baseball / basketball game ( I liked the Yankees)
* Chelsea indoor market
* Do a Harlem tour + gospel
* Visit Brooklyn ( Williamsburg / Coney Island I recommend, follow the D train)
* Walk fifth avenue ( window-shopping)
* Take line 7 to Flushing and experience a nice Asian culture there.
Great video! Iâm visiting in July. Iâm so excited! We will do some of these things! đ
I came back from nyc recently and I have to say your videos were so helpful , thank you so much for all the tips
LOVED IT â„ Thanx man for this helpful video
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We visited for the first time at the end of March. We literally did everything on this list except a museum. We came on a limited time for a play so we didn't have time. Still, great list man. Would highly recommend. I would also add taking the Staten Island ferry, that was fun.
that's mentioned in the video
Thanks for the vid man!
Thanks a lot man ...first time to NY this Saturday with the wifey ...looki g forward checking this places out. đȘđȘ
If you are a Ghostbuster's fan, Moore St. in Lower Manhattan is the firehouse (interior shot in California) and if you are a Led Zeppelin fan, St. Marks Place is where the cover for the album "Physical Graffiti" was shot. There's tons of random fun spots in NYC.
North Moore Street, not Moore Street...correction. In TRIBECA.
I love New York's architecture and its massiveness! That's one of the reasons I use New York as background to my YT videos where I talk about living in USA from a perspective of a Polish girl;) With English subtitles obviously ;)
Great work and Nice video thanks
I really enjoyed your video. You explain it all so clearly of the main places to visit. Thanksâ€đŻ KGM
Right you are about Bleecker Street Pizza, John! Sitting there eating a slice of Nonna Marie and Mushroom right now. đ
The Vdo is truly like visiting NYC sitting in armchair at my home in Kolkata, India.
Love your content and delivery. Excellent thanks đ
Thank you! Going to New York for the first time, Iâm beyond exited for the trip
So happy that in my first trip to NYC I did all of these things. Such a marvelous experience đđŒ
How much did that cost you?
Yea how much was it all
Have done every one of those 12 things over the course of 3 1/2 weeks (in two trips). NYC pizza is hands down some of the best pizza I've ever had. Rockefeller definitely better than Empire State Building. Mate my heart forever belongs to your city and your videos just remind me why. Never stop!
very informative , will save time and money during visit .đđ
First time in NYC for my friend and I two weeks ago. We also werenât keen on Times Square, so went to Central Park and the Village. A brief trip, but weâll be back for that pizza!
One of the best little known museums is the Tenement Museum. Take one of the tours that they offer. They are wonderful.
I need to go actually
@@HereBeBarr You should go. Right up your alley. You will love it.
âââ did all these last week including the Vessel by Hudson Yards at the end of the High Line. Thank you for all your helpful videos đ
Iâve done all but the Highline! Iâve been there 30-40 times, and my late wife loved Grand Central. We even went to the crown of Lady Liberty. My favorite- the West Village. I could spend all day there.
Very informative video man thanks
I am in Australia and I would love to go to New York one day, this was so very helpful thank you for all the great information. New York looks amazing,.
It is! I grew up in Brooklyn and now live in Puerto Rico, which is also amazing, but my heart is beating for New York.
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Thank you for your great suggestions!
Got me hooked especially with your recommendation about the transit museum... Love it
Spot on with the locals avoiding Times Square. Unfortunately I work in Times Square so I canât avoid it. Great video!
Why should locals avoid it?
Going next month this video has me hyped asf
how was it....
Great video thanks for sharing
Thank you so much. Our first trip will be in October 2023, and you just paved the way for us.
This video is absolutely what I needed right now because I was planning my first trip to New York city and I can't do it just because of the coronavirus. I started to follow this channel. Regards from Tuscany!
Stay safe and feel free to binge watch my channel to pass the time in Italy during this tough period.
@@HereBeBarr thank you man!
Hey John,
Just wanted to reach out and say thanks so much all that you do on here.
My girlfriend and I moved to NYC in Jan 2020 and your videos inspired us. I can't express how much you've helped us get aquainted with the city BEFORE we moved. So thank you again, keep up the wonderful work, and best of luck on the continued success!
Be there soon, so excited to visit Central Park, Time Square, Museum and Statue of libertyâșïž
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Cool video, I went to New York (All the way from Australia) for the first time in April this year and managed to do every single thing off your list. Loved New York, such an amazing place.
Iâm a Bronx local, born/raised in NYC and honestly I havenât even done half of these things which makes me sad lol. So thank you for recommending these things!
Explore your city like tourist.
@@merfwriter It's a piece of sh..it! It's a third world country.
I did all of that in my trips to New York:it was a great experience â€ïž
I love this video, and I love the jazz music in the background. I have only seen Times Square when I was there for one weekend, so there is much more to me to see the next time I go to NYC!
Hi Kim
Bravos has good pizza. The $1 pizza was good too. I had some horrible pizza in Little Italy.
When you are at grand central station, you can take the elevator to the fourth floor and see an indoor tennis court. Itâs Vanderbilt tennis club.
Absolutely right and included to my bucket list..two thumbs up for the info dude.
I just learned about the midnight moment! tysm Mr. John!
I like times square, and definitely I will visit
Pls make a video on the East Village of NY especially on the places where Punk music was born. Thanks.
I did an east village video last year, check it out.
Thanks Here Be Barr. Me and my family just returned from New York last night, and your videos provided us a lot of information for our trips. Thanks keep up the good work. đ
Hi Chesney
im from australia and am planing a trip around america with family and friends when we can travel again and this video will help me to plan fun stuff to do when we get to nyc
As a native New Yorker. You forgot to mention getting a street pretzel or hotdog. Just part of the service timers experience that I think would be awesome sauce thank you for all your amazing work
My 1 and only visit to NYC was in 1975 - I was 12 years old. I had a dirty-water dog ( loaded :D ) and a can of cream soda for $1.25, at that time. Dinner that night was at Mama Leone's.
Unlike New Orleans, food is not a major topic to start a tour. I would put Grand Central and the Brooklyn Bridge as tops ( with David McCullochâs âThe Great Bridgeâ to understand the unbelievable engineering by which Roebling created suspension bridges).
The Cloisters.
A Staten Island ferry ride for the view of manhattan .
Rockefeller Center.
@@MrSteve420b was it good?
We just took our second trip to New York this past July!! Did almost everything on your list ( we vlogged everything!) We cant wait to go back!!! Southern California girl who is in love with NY!!!!
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This is the best list I've seen. Thank you!!
Stumbled upon this video after visiting NYC a month ago but still managed to do all 12! đđđ
Ok everyone my man did a good job but he might not have some of the native knowledge you need to know. First and foremost, his pizza recommendations are totally wrong and tourists traps. Johns on bleeker, joes on 7th. Avoid dollar slices theyâre great on a budget but youâre visiting, get the good stuff. In Brooklyn Difaras is best all NYC but its deep in Brooklyn, otherwise Lucalis is amazing in iconic neighborhood of carrol gardens Brooklyn. Brooklyn. You must spend at least 2 days in Brooklyn alone thereâs just as much to do as in the city (Manhattan). Youâre gonna want to see iconic Coney Island and get your Nathans hot dog, if youâre visiting during the summer you simply canât pass on Coney Island. South Brooklyn (near Brooklyn bridge) is amazing and has some of the best restaurants in NY. If in season go to the Bronx for a Yankees game then arthur avenue after for dinner thats the real little Italy.
Hereâs the real pro tips:
1. Walk fast on busy streets or youâll see why we have a reputation (thats not true at all) for being rude, if youâre walking slow your actually the one being rude.
2. This ONLY applies in busy areas during the rush. Donât make eye contact or smile at strangers, especially on the subway. Again this is rude.
3. If in a busy deli/store/pizzeria no small talk, the words please and thank you are meaningless. Give your order, get out the way, have your payment ready. Holding up the flow is again rude, and the cashier probably deals with thousands of people a day, they just cant give everyone attention.
4. Avoid staten island, its a dump (no really it is) and the people there are terrible.
Basically go by the old saying âwhen in rome, do as the romans doâ NYC is Rome.
Donât be nervous, believe me weâre some of the friendliest people in the world despite what you heard. You need directions ask somebody (just not someone walking fast with their head down) youâll get them, detailed with patience, and probably followed by a recommendation. Our night life is unmatched, make friends but donât trust anyone if thats makes sense. Until you actually get to know them. Itâs not that weâre untrustworthy itâs just that there are a lot of scams.
Remember its a city of 8.5 million people and has as many as 15 even 20 million on a given day with commuters and tourists. Some are gonna be jerkoffs, but most are cool. Weâre a city made up of every walk of life, and we pretty much all get along. We wouldnât have it any other way. In NYC it doesnât matter where youâre from/ what you believe, its how you act.
Follow my advice and the videos youâll have the time of your life! After all, itâs the greatest city in the world.
Well said
Wow you really are a local.
5:39 made me do a double take. I always forget you have a twin brother.
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Love NYâ€ïž Iâm looking forward to visiting again! Great video.
It was cool advices! Thanks a lot!