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Hey Guys & Girls!
I'm Irene, a guide in New York, and in this section of the site, you will find my Blog on the Big Apple from food, restaurants, shops, culture & art to anecdotes and everyday life in NYC.
For our international travelers, I've also recently launched my YouTube channel "Around New York With Irene by NewYorkWelcome" where I will take you around discovering the Big Apple video after video (for now the Videos are in Italian with subtitles only, hopefully, they will be available in English as well soon!)
If you want to know more about NYC and the USA from how to organize a trip to how to live the city as a local, where to eat and shop, art and culture, discover all its hidden corners and gems, and everyday life as seen on countless TV-series and movies ... Here is the Blog for you!
YOUTUBE - I publish 1 video on NYC weekly.
BLOG - I, weekly, publish a couple of Blog Posts on the Big Apple.
TOPIC
- * NYC: Things to see and do when visiting
- * Free things to do in New York
- * Secret bars and rooftops for nightlife
- * The secrets of the greatest Landmarks (Central Station, Chrysler, Empire, etc.)
- * Shopping, food, and music venues
- * Hidden corners of the city loved by locals
- * How to move around the Big Apple (Subway, Bus, Uber, Taxi, Boats, etc.)
- * Museums and main attractions
See you soon!
Irene
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The True Origins of Gotham
Among the popular nicknames of New York, we find the legendary Gotham City dating back to ... Read on!
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Happy Hour makes you happy!
In New York City, Drinks and Cocktails speak Italian! Let's meet on one of the famous rooftops in Manhattan or Brooklyn for panoramic views accompanied by a tasty Aperol Spritz!Let's see some of the drinks and places to choose for your Happy Hour.
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Flying above New York
Flying over New York City is one of the MUST experiences to do, but have you ever thought about doing it at night aboard an helicopter with no doors?
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Neighborhood by Neighborhood Guide
Some small Bakeries and Pastry Shops that we recommend visiting when you come to New York; plus few tips tips on the best cupcakes you can find in the Big Apple. Do you want to know which ones are our favorites?
Categories: What to know - Food & Restaurants
Around New York with Irene Itinerary
Check-out this Around New York with Irene Itinerary. It starts from Columbus Circle, corner of 59th street and we go up along Central Park West, we will discover some true gems of New York and Central Park.
Categories: What to see - Neighborhoods
Columbia University - St. John the Divine - Riverside Church
Let's explore Morningside Heights -- the residential district north of the Upper West Side where we find the prestigious Columbia University, St. John The Divine Cathedral and much more to visit.
Categories: What to see - Neighborhoods
A New York City Icon
Grand Central Terminal one of the most important and visited attractions in New York City. Famous movies and TV-Series set. Let's find out some interesting facts.
Categories: What to see - Monuments & Attractions
Chelsea Market
What to visit in Chelsea, among art galleries, food and murals. The neighborhood that knows how to transform itself, houses Madison Square Garden, the historic Chelsea Hotel and the Chelsea Piers, a real sports complex!
Categories: What to see - Neighborhoods
The World's Most Visited Destination
Times Square is known as the crossroads of the world, but there are many things that you may not know yet, let's see them together
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Loved by New Yorkers and tourists
We compiled our favorite iconic tourist attractions below, and the good news is there are so many great things to do in New York today that there’s enough to go around.
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Spots and tips for your Vacation!
Burgers in NYC? How to change your mind on one of the dishes that everyone thinks they know and that is too often mistaken for Fast Food! Careful, I give you a true gourmet delight -- The Classic Hamburger.
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Are you traveling to New York with children? Lots of tips to help you plan your best New York vacation for you and your family -- where to stay, what to see, when to travel and more!
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Speakeasy Bars in NYC (Part II)
There is always something new to discover in New York, but be careful, this is a place that takes us back over 100 the years ... to a "old New York" - Let's get this adventure started!
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(3/4)
This is part 3 of our compilation with some of our favorite iconic tourist attractions.
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(2/4)
This is part 2 of our compilation with some of our favorite iconic tourist attractions.
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The Bull and Its Epic Story
Wall Street, today a synonym for power and money, has withstood its share of chaos–market crashes, bombings, recessions, Occupy movements – in its years as the financial center of New York.
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( 1/4 )
New Yorkers may loathe having to constantly move around slow-walking tourists on the streets, but in the end, we love many of the same city spots that sightseers do (admit it).
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( Part I )
One of the coolest things about traveling is when we get to know a place that just locals can find. In the days of Prohibition (1920-1933), a speakeasy was an illegal booze bar hidden in an unlikely spot behind a heavy door, its location – and often a secret password – known only to a select few.
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Exclusive Itineraries in New York in English
It is not always easy to guess the right Itinerary ... especially in NYC, so many things to do & see and and not enough time to do everything! Here, find some ideas on how to choose and customize an Exclusive Itinerary based on the areas and activities that interest you the most to discover the city with a different "set of eyes"!
Categories: What to see - Itineraries
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Irene was a FANTASTIC tour guide! She was so knowledgeable about the area and was so patient with all our questions. We stopped to use the bathroom and we got coffee halfway through, she was so kind! It was a pleasure learning about Brooklyn from you!
From TripAdvisor - April 2022
I’m the biggest fan of Fall activities, but haven’t had a chance to do anything beyond Apple Picking in NJ. I decided to take a last minute 2 day trip with a friend in Hudson Valley, but didn’t know where to start [...] Thankfully I was able to use New York Welcome to do the hard work for us [...]
From TripAdvisor - October 2021
The SATC walking tour is fabulous! Our tour guide was amazing. Friendly, helpful, accommodating and so knowledgeable about the city. It was essentially 2 tours in 1. SATC and visits to historical places in the city. I give this tour 5 stars and definitely recommend. Grab your walking shoes and schedule one today!
From TripAdvisor - August 2021
Our family had a wonderful experience seeing Ellis Island and Liberty Island! Irene was very knowledgeable and engaging for our three children ages 5, 9, and 12. We will definitely book again with her [...]
From Google - November 2022
We did 2 tours together with our guide Irene in one day, Hoboken and the East side. What can I say, in addition to the wonderful places, she has made everything more magical [...]
From Google - January 2023
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