We're heading to New York for the next two weeks. It has long been a desire of mine to tread the city's famed streets and now that the time has come, I'm filled with a mixture of excitement and apprehension of the impending sensory overload.
With New York, you get the impression that it's not just hype. Anytime you mention that you're going to New York, you're greeted with genuine excitement - especially if that person has been there themselves.
"You have to see MOMA... Rockefeller... Ellis Island... the Statue, etc, etc, etc"
So, along with our luggage and anticipation, we leave with a thousand tips from friends and also have our own large list of things to see and do... and eat of course.
We're not setting ourselves an itinerary, though. We're going to miss thousands of galleries, festivals and tourist attractions -- simply because the city is just too damn big to pack into a couple of weeks. Instead, we'll just wander the streets and let ourselves be pulled in whatever direction New York's gravity is flowing.
We're bringing the camera, of course, and hopefully will have some culinary adventures to share upon our return.
Yeah, the culinary adventures are the most important! ;) Kidding-- let your heart take you wherever it wishes. Have a nice trip, Syrie!
Posted by: Manggy | 11 August 2008 at 10:09 AM
This is the best prerequisite I could recommend too. Stray on your own path (i.e. sometimes off of the beaten one) and you will have a great time!
As of right now the weather here (1 hour north of NYC) is gorgeous summer weather, I hope it stays like that and you have a phenomenal time.
Alexandra
Posted by: Sweet Tooth | 11 August 2008 at 10:24 AM
Have fun, darling!
Posted by: Patricia Scarpin | 12 August 2008 at 04:27 AM
Have a great time! I haven't been to NYC in almost ten years. That is way too long, especially since I live so close. And thanks for stopping by my blog. ; )
Posted by: Anali | 13 August 2008 at 01:05 AM
You're so lucky! Have a great time (:
Posted by: Trixy | 13 August 2008 at 12:06 PM
Oh I love New York. I have been there twice in my life and have had the best times there. That is one city where I could walk and walk forever and never get bored.
Have a fantastic trip!
Posted by: Susan | 14 August 2008 at 03:17 PM
I can't wait to read about yout NY trip - it is one of our favourite cities.
Posted by: Jerry | 17 August 2008 at 08:45 PM
Congratulations on your winning on DMBLGIT July 2008!!
Posted by: mycookinghut | 18 August 2008 at 04:37 AM
I just went for the first time last Spring. We had so much fun and I am looking forward to going back. There certainly was a bit of the sensory overload for me, what with the sirens and just constant input! But for a trip it's something you just learn to live with and love.
We had a great dinner at Le Gigot - a tiny spot in Greenwich Village. I'm sure you've been getting tons of restaurant advice as well. Have fun and we'll look forward to your posts from NYC.
Posted by: Erinn @ Sunday Dish | 22 August 2008 at 01:01 AM
haha that apple looks good think am going to have some later ha
Posted by: sgfoodlover | 20 December 2008 at 01:30 AM
Your apple image makes me too hungry. Good luck!
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