New York City gets me and I just don't know why. Being the type of person I am, I should really hate the place with its busy streets, in your face sellers and lack of good chocolate. But I don't.
Every time I go there it gets me and it steals a little bit more of me. Of course living somewhere is a whole lot different to holidaying there but sometimes you just get this feeling about a place. I have that about NYC. I have this excitement coupled with contentment. I know that I couldn't live it long term, that's not what I want. A year or two would suffice, just to live that city life I seem to be craving.
In my trip this time, I managed to head to DUMBO area (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) and take in spectacular views of Manhattan. I also visited Grimaldi's Pizza Place. I can confirm that it is awesome and well worth a wait time. I visited an amazing place called Max Brenners which is basically a chocolate lovers heaven. I had a hot chocolate in a 'hug mug' and chocolate laden crepes. Yes, I loved it and gained a much needed sugar rush.
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| Hug the mug... |
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| Marshmallow and chocolate crepe... |
Of course a visit to NYC would not be complete without some nights out...which when in NYC seem to last until the next morning. You can always find somewhere to drink and if you know someone in a bar that is even easier. I have a few friends out there... barmen and business types so I get looked after very well which is nice when you're away from home. I already have a nice little network out there.
It was an amazing time and I just feel so contented for having been so lucky to get there again and to have a break from the frantic pace which my life appears to have gained since January. Now it's time to deal with jet lag and get working hard before my next adventure.
Do you have a holiday destination which feels like a home away from home?
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6 comments:
I love Max Brenners! You should have the Peanut Butter chocolate smoothie. And for something non-chocolate they do a fantastic lemon-lime ice thingy. It's huge on the east-coast of Australia.
I feel the same way when in NY, excited but content.
I can't wait to visit NYC. My home away from home is small town USA. Small town outside of Philly.
@little missy me Yea their non chocolate menu looked amazing! Ooo I may check it out when I'm there.
@ramblingbess it's not just me then! It does something to us all!
@allison I loved Phillie! Enjoy your NYC visit!
Those crepes look AWESOME!! Now I'm so hungry!
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@xoxo They were so tasty too! Thanks for stopping by!
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