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A couple weeks ago Ryu and I were able to escape NYC and stay at and explore the famous Mohegan Sun, one of the top entertainment, dining and gaming destinations in the US. Some of you have actually told me that I should pay a visit to the resort so I was thrilled to be […]
As a restaurant lover, it is hard to share only 10, there are SO many amazing restaurants in NYC, so make sure to check the restaurant tab HERE for more options but these are some of my favorites if you are looking for a nice date night! For more NYC tips make sure to follow me on […]
If you follow me on Instagram, this is not news to you. But if you don’t, well, I highly recommend doing it, it takes me a little longer to update you guys here and I’m always sharing the best of NYC on Instagram stories so make sure to stop by and say hi! So as […]
I believe that at some point in the past decade I was bitten by a wanderlust bug and traveling became the top 1 thing on my daily list of things to do. After traveling the 50 states, I decided to go back to some of them and…explore some more! But yes, I know how much money goes […]
Yes, there are so MANY attractions in NYC and we automatically tend to go crazy and think that we will go back home completely broke,. But this is not true and I will show on some of my favorite things to do in NYC for free or almost free. For more NYC tips make sure to follow […]
Todo mundo sabe que Nova York é uma das cidades mais instagramáveis do mundo! Seus prédios, monumentos e até mesmo simples ruas parecem ter saído de um cartão-postal… Durante a época de Natal, esses cenários que já eram lindos, ficam ainda mais surpreendentes! E hoje, para te ajudar a aproveitar o melhor da cidade e […]
I’ve been to Boston at least 3 or 4 times in the past 10 years, but I must admit that I never really experienced Boston until this past weekend. Ryu and I took some much needed time off to experience the winter in Boston at the cozy No. 284, an elegant guest house in the […]
One of the most visited and photographed places in NYC, Lady Liberty is one of the iconic spots that I don’t recommend leaving it out of your itinerary. I know it is “not as big as you expected”, I know lines can be long and in the summer you feel like the entire world is […]
Yes it’s finally here! If you follow me on Instagram (@marthasachser) you know that I’m obsessed with Starbucks, literally obsessed. And when I heard that Starbucks Reserve would be opening in NYC this December I was counting the seconds! So after Shanghai, Seattle and Milan, the Meatpacking District welcomed the new Starbucks Reserve where you […]
We all know New York has a lot to see and do. But because most tourists (and residents) tend to just focus on staying in Manhattan, they sadly end up following the same itinerary. As a result, people miss seeing views like the one above. This picture was taken on Fire Island, located 60 miles […]
By public transportation: AirTrain + Subway: Once you are done with immigration and are exiting, follow the signs for Air Train. Simply take the AirTrain to Jamaica Station and take one of the subway lines towards Manhattan. If you are staying in Midtown, you will most likely take the E train. The […]
First time visiting New York? I know it can be a little overwhelming so I chose my favorite 15 spots you can’t miss in the city! For more NYC tips make sure to follow me on instagram @marthasachser and @blognyandabout. Make sure to check the best FREE THINGS to do in NY clicking HERE for more ideas! DON’T FORGET […]
Stores offering hands-on “experiences” are getting more and more popular, especially when it comes to beauty. I wrote a blog post about Olfactory a while ago, a perfume shop where you can create your own scent and even give it a name! And today I’m bringing another one, the Lip Lab By Bite Beauty, where […]
Ok, you are clearly a tourist but it’s your second time in NYC and you don’t wanna see more of the same. Or maybe it’s your first time and you wanna experience NY like a local and not stick with the touristy places all the time… So this post is for you my friend, a […]
I have good news to share: you don’t need to be rich to see a musical in New York. What you really need is to be a little lucky or very persistent! Just yesterday I bought tickets to see Frozen from the orchestra for only 30 dollars! How did that happen? Well, I won the […]
Whenever I share a rooftop bar on my instagram stories ( @marthasachser ) I get so many questions about my favorite ones in the city! So here it is, one of the most requested posts: my favorite rooftops bars in NYC! Enjoy! Know before you go Rooftop bars are are but drinks and food tend to […]
We all know New York is a place for foodies. Famous for having all types of cultures and cuisines spread all over its five boroughs, there is a lot to to try here. Of course you will need to eat some of the best NYC’s pizzas, bagels and cheesecakes. Nonetheless, you ought to include one […]
Times Square is the place to have the best and some of the words memories of your trip. And I’m not talking about the thousands of people sharing the same selfie with you, but some situations that you should avoid to save you some discomfort. For more NYC tips make sure to follow me on instagram @marthasachser and @blognyandabout. […]
I love New York, but I can always use a quick getaway to escape the craziness and fast pace of the city to disconnect and recharge for the coming week. And how lucky am I to have done just that in the largest casino resort in North America? YES! I was invited to experience Foxwoods […]
You guys know I love staying in hostels. Even when traveling with my mom, I always check to see if there are hostels in the area. There are many benefits that only hostels have (I mentioned 7 of them HERE)! So if you are considering staying in a hostel next time you are in the city, […]
Martha Sachser is a Brazilian photographer and travel blogger living in New York. In 2012 she started this blog and has been sharing her adventures in the city and around the world.
