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Access this page for updates at least twice a week on our latest tips from locals. The best way to DO WHAT LOCALS DO, is to sign up for an expedition–tours by locals, walking tours, New York City...
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What to do on New Year’s Eve?
For me, this is an age old question. I always get a serious case of FOMO on New Year’s Eve. Everywhere I am is ruined by everywhere I think I should be–or worse yet–all of the places I don’t even...
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When I travel I really miss my dog. If you are missing your dog, there are plenty of places in the NYC area to get a dog fix. There are dog parks in many of the small NYC parks–Union Square Park,...
View ArticleCycling in New York
If anyone tells you that cycling in New York is easy or safe, don’t let them sell you any real estate and definitely don’t leave your dog with them while you dash into the grocery store. It’s not....
View ArticleShould I Take the Subway?
The answer to this question is almost always yes. The New York City subway system is arguably the best in the world. It can take you from the northernmost sections of the Bronx to the southernmost...
View ArticleWhat’s Happening in the Theater?
Now, I’m no expert, but I have been a theater devotee since 1983. So, from a local’s perspective, here is what I have to say about one of the most significant attractions New York City has to offer....
View ArticleIf You Only Have One Day — Manhattan
This is first in a series of posts about what you should do if you only have one day in New York City. The best idea of all is to sign up for a Local Expedition and let a local take you around for a...
View ArticleIf You Only Have One Day – Brooklyn
Most of my tips involve a lot of walking. New Yorkers walk–that’s what we do. This tip is no exception. Start on the Manhattan side of the Brooklyn Bridge. Walk over the bridge to DUMBO. Please be...
View ArticleFood Trucks
Ya gotta love a good food truck. I remember once, when traveling to Oahu, I passed a Shrimp Scampi food truck with a huge line. I was on my way to a business meeting and afterwards I asked a local...
View ArticleSome Tips on Indian Food in New York
Most out-of-towners might not know that Manhattan has 2 Little India’s. The most popular one is in the East Village–Sixth Street between Second Avenue and Avenue A. But there is another Little India...
View ArticleSubway Buskers
In a phrase, WHAT WOULD WE DO WITHOUT THEM? Yesterday I was on the Q Train at about Noon. My free entertainment began with a musical trio that blew my mind. A guitarist and 2 singers harmonized a...
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NYC Walking Tour: Broadway to Brooklyn
If you’re coming to town and looking for a NYC walking tour, you might be humming that catchy song about 42nd Street from the musical of the same name: Hear the beat of dancing feet It’s the song I...
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Anatomy of a Citibike DUMBO Tour
This Mother’s Day, May 8, 2016, we had a small group of folks on our CitiBike DUMBO tour. The description of the tour on our website gives the basics, but I want to share what happens from the POV of...
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Local Expeditions in the News
J The Travel Authority: A Fun + Informative Walking Tour of New York’s Secret Gardens Local Expeditions: explore cities with really in-the-know locals! Tours guided by locals take visitors and...
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Talking About Coffee in Brooklyn
Talking about coffee in Brooklyn? That is one of our favorite things to do at Local Expeditions because we love our coffee as much as our best friend. Everyone’s life journey to the caffeine buzz is...
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The Best Iced Coffee in NYC
The dog days of summer are upon us and you need to know where you can get the best iced coffee in NYC. In fact, you could make a whole day of it going from one amazing iced coffee to the next, drinking...
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BEST COMEDY IN NYC: AN INSIDER’S GUIDE
If you take a walk through Times Square, you’re likely to be approached by one of those in-your-face guys (and a few gals) asking you, “Do you like to laugh?” Well, who doesn’t? But watch out! These...
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Free and Affordable Classical Music in New York City!
If the answer is yes, check out our tips to catch the free and amazingly low cost opportunities that every lover, student and fan of chamber music should know about. World Renowned! The New York...
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LGBT Travel: Trends, Resources and Safety
As a lesbian with wanderlust, there are special considerations I must make when choosing destinations and accommodations. In some cities/countries LGBT folks might be okay while walking with a partner...
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Halloween Events in NYC
We’ve got a roundup of some of the best ways to get your fun on at these Halloween events in NYC during October 2016! SCARE ME BOO! Who are you kidding? If you want to be scared shitless, go to Blood...
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