This is another post in my various series on living in NYC. While much of this information is useful for getting an Equinox discount regardless of gym location. This post focuses more on the New York City Market. Why an Equinox Membership? Gyms are one of those things that I find very important. I tend to go to go to the gym multiple … [Read more...]
Is Jordan Safe to Visit?
You are going to Jordan? Isn’t it dangerous? There were a lot of variations of this question when I had decided that I would be traveling to Jordan, to study, and live. Most people thought I was absolutely crazy. But was I? To be honest, I hate these types of posts, but with the amount of misinformation out there it is certainly an … [Read more...]
Cheap Broadway Ticket: Secrets From a NYC Local
NYC is expensive and as someone who lives there I know that trying to find ways to save money is paramount. And while I love to live it up in the city like anyone else I want to find the cheapest ways to save money. Broadway is expensive but I always try to find discounted tickets or other deals for Broadway. But don’t worry, I’m here to help … [Read more...]
First Time Visitor’s Guide to Petra Jordan
Having spent a long time in Jordan I get a lot of questions about Jordan travel, in particular, Petra. And of course why not? Petra Jordan is a UNESCO World Heritage site, one of the “new world wonders”, and really one of the most incredible places I’ve visited. But here are a few tips to help you in planning out your trip. … [Read more...]
Visit West Quoddy Head Lighthouse – Maine
The lighthouse at the end of the world. Well..at least at the end of America. Especially as you can see islands marking Canada just over the narrows. My friend with me has the goal of going to the most extreme locations of any place such as the most northern point. In this case, West Quoddy Head lighthouse lies at the most eastern point of … [Read more...]
11 Must See Places to Visit in Oman
When people imagine Oman they really don’t know what to think. It is one of the least known corners of the gulf and yet one of the most rich in culture and history. Oman is stunning….truly and probably what you imagine Arabia to be like if you imagine Arabia of yore. From secluded beaches to towering mountains and endless sand dunes, Oman has it … [Read more...]
Free and Low Cost Museums in NYC
New York City is expensive. It is definitely not an understatement and since moving here I have been trying to find better ways to see and do things in the city. One of my favorites is all the free activities to do in the city. Even some of them are museums that are either free or “pay as you wish”. Often though the pay as you wish requires you to … [Read more...]
7 Tips for Visiting the Desert Castles – Jordan
The Desert Castles and Eastern Desert was one of my most memorable trips I had taken during my stay in Jordan. It felt very remote, very beautiful in the stark landscape of the region. When we went we had no idea what we were doing, and we had prepared as best as we could through research, instinct, and dumb luck. Hopefully these … [Read more...]
Guide to Shakespeare in the Park Tickets – NYC by a Local
One of the best parts of summer is all the outdoor performances and one of the best things in NYC is the free Shakespeare in the Park. Most of these productions are so very good and there is always a buzz around in terms of people trying to get tickets or who have seen the current performance. However getting tickets can be a bit complicated … [Read more...]
Best Places to view Cherry Blossoms in Washington DC
One of the most beautiful times to be here in DC is during the Cherry Blossom Festival. The thousands of cherry trees that dot the landscape came here as a gift of friendship from the nation of Japan in the year 1912 (2,000 cherry trees arrived earlier but were sadly destroyed due to insect infestation). There is over a hundred years of … [Read more...]
Traveling from Krakow to Auschwitz
One of the most requested questions I get is how do you travel from Krakow to Auschwitz when traveling to visit the Auschwitz Concentration Camps. In terms of getting to Auschwitz there are quite a few options on how to get there from train, to bus, personal transportation, or organized tours. For more general travel advice to Auschwitz be sure … [Read more...]
Must-Do Christmas Activities in New York City
There’s something about Christmas in New York that is just special. Even if you don’t celebrate Christmas or are a scrooge, it really is a special time of year in the city. And for anyone who comes to the city, finding the best things to do during the holiday season is a must. Here’s our list of things you should look out for during the holidays … [Read more...]
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