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25 Best Places to Shop in NYC on a Budget in 2025

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25 best budget shopping spots in all of NYC.

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29 Fun Restaurants in NYC Right Now!

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Mega guide to all of the most fun restaurants in NYC right now.

An Expert’s Guide to Summer in New York City!

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55 Amazing things to do this summer in NYC.

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Why is New York So Expensive? 17 Big Reasons

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Find out why New York is so expensive from a real local.

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13 Best Flea Markets in NYC + Local Tips for 2024

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Epic guide to rad flea markets in NYC that you need to visit now.

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13 Cheap Clothing Stores in Manhattan You Need to Check Out Now!

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Local’s guide to the cheapest clothing stores in Manhattan right now.

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43 Best Things to do Alone in NYC – Local Tips for 2024

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The absolute best things to do alone in NYC with a free map for you to use.

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31 Cool Themed Restaurants in NYC in 2024

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An insider’s detailed guide to the best themed restaurants in NYC.

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14 Best Free Things to Do on the Upper East Side

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Local’s rad guide to free things to do on the Upper East Side of NYC.

17 Best Coffee Shops on the Upper East Side

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Epic local’s guide to the 17 best cafes on the Upper East Side.

Girl with the Passport was born and raised in New York City.

She has also been a solo traveler for well over 30 years.

In total, she has been to 65 countries and wants to share all of her best travel tips with you so that you can travel in NYC and Europe like a real local.

Additionally, she has lived in at least 6 different countries and has been a digital nomad for 6+ years.

Some of her fave places to travel include Barcelona, Italy, Paris, Vienna, Norway, Antwerp, and Brussels, in addition to her home town of NYC.

Smart Flight Booking Tips for Solo Female Travelers April 22, 2026
7 Things You Should Know Before Taking Out a Car Loan April 7, 2026
Coworking Space Green Flags for Digital Nomads February 26, 2026
Teaching English in Europe: Best Countries, Salaries & Lifestyle February 18, 2026
6 Best Ways To Navigate A New City On A Girls’ Trip February 17, 2026