NYC Tips

Sure, everybody wants to go see the Empire State building, the Statue of Liberty and Times Square. But you’re a New Yorker now! As a New Yorker, you know that those places don’t represent the city you call home. No, you need to take your family places to show how cultured you’ve become. Museums, art galleries, cute boutiques and awesome restaurants.

But what if your family wants to come upstairs to see your place? You haven’t done dishes in, who knows how long. Your bed is unmade, and you don’t even own a broom.

From start to finish of your family visiting, WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED!

1. Call a cleaning service: I know… You’re thinking it’s going to be a million dollars. But actually Handy is really affordable and it’s a special occasion. Your family is coming to town. Don’t fight with your parents over your unfolded clothes, impress them with a clean apartment!
2. Make a dinner reservation: It’s so simple yet so appreciated. Especially if you’re looking to go to a more upscale restaurant, nobody wants to have to wait around for a table! For a crowd pleaser, try Upland. The space is beautiful and the food is awesome.
3. Take them to Chinatown to get some I <3 NYC tee shirts: Simple, affordable and SO NYC, Chinatown is a great place to take the fam. Get some tee shirts and just noodle around for a bit, and then finish off the afternoon at Rice to Riches. Seriously awesome rice pudding place that is so modern. Your family will be so amazed; you are so cool to go there.
4. Go to a gallery and then have a nice lunch: Head to The Pace Gallery in Chelsea to view shows of some of the 20^th centuries most significant artists. *Not Open Sundays* After perusing the gallery take them to lunch at Toro, a super chic tapas bar with a great wine menu too.
5. Get some New York City pizza: Seriously, they don’t have good pizza in a lot of places around the world. New York City is one of the places you just HAVE to eat pizza. (Sorry diet). There are many places who are rumored to be the best pizza in NYC, but my pick is and will forever be John’s of Bleeker Street.
6. Take them to Central Park: This is a very important step in showing how much of a New Yorker you are. Map out your trip if you don’t know your way around too well, maybe go with friends first to find the exact route you’d like to take. My recommendations are to take them to the pond and Gapstow Bridge, stroll under the leafy canopy of The Mall and, of course, the Bethesda Terrace & Fountain.
7. Walk the High Line: Weather permitting, walking the High Line is a great way to so see Meatpacking from above. You can stop in at the Standard Biergarten for a beer or two afterwards!

If you’re looking for a NYC apartment to call your home, check out No Fee Rentals! No Fee Rentals has great apartments in all of the best neighborhoods. They have multi-bedroom shares for you and your pals, and also studio apartments if you’re looking to live solo! Whatever you need, No Fee Rentals can help you find it. Contact No Fee Rentals today to find your dream apartment!

Until Next Time!

XO,

Steph

Getting out of the city to enjoy the Fall’s gorgeous foliage is a gift. The North East offers breath taking views that you can’t see anywhere else! These trips are easy, affordable and a super fun way to spend a weekend.

1. Bear Mountain State Park: Hiking paths, picnic spots, a merry-go-round and a zoo, this place will definitely give your friends snap-envy. You can even get here by boat taking the Circle Line’s Mountain Day Cruise! Located in Stony Point, NY.
2. Blue Hill Farm: A charming country farm with gorgeous meadows and woodland paths, Blue Hill Farm is located on the Rockefeller Estate in Pocantico Hills. The farm is also very environmentally conscious focusing on sustainability. Located in Pocantico Hills NY.
3. Rhinebeck, NY: Hop on Amtrak in Penn Station and go up to Rhinebeck! Just an easy hour and a half train ride in comfy chairs with breathtaking views of the Hudson River. Rhinebeck is a quaint town with cute boutiques, cafes and of course apple picking. Go on Sunday’s to enjoy their farmers market!
4. Old Westbury Gardens: On Long Island’s North Shore you’ll find a historic mansion tucked away in 200 acres of beautiful gardens. Enjoy the changing leaves and on weekends in the fall they host “Rise of the Jack-O-Lanterns”. Stop by in the evening to get in the Halloween spirit!
5. Storm King: A beautiful outdoor sculpture collection on 500 acres of land. Known as one of the world’s leading sculpture parks, Storm King Art Center is just a quick trip up from NYC. Located in New Windsor, NY.

If you’re looking for an apartment in New York City, No Fee Rentals has great choices. From gorgeous one bedroom’s with breathtaking views of the city, to quaint and cozy studio apartments in hip neighborhoods like Greenwich Village and the Lower East Side, No Fee Rentals has it all. Contact us today to get started in your very own NYC story!

Until Next Time!

XO

Steph

It’s true, New York City is the greatest city in the world. But it’s size and complexity can make it very intimidating. Just remember, the city is your playground! Don’t keep going to the same places over and over, try new things every day! These apps will make your life easier in every way.

1. ASAP54: This app is awesome. Let’s say you’re in the subway and you see someone wearing the coolest shirt you’ve ever seen. Snap a pic and submit in this app and it will tell you where to get it! (because who wants to talk to a stranger, am I right)
2. DIGIT: I seriously cannot say enough how much this app has changed my life. It’s like a secret little tool that you sync with your bank accounts to help you save money. It takes out $3 here, $5 there, and bam at the end of the month you’ve saved like $150 without even trying! And the best part is that you don’t even notice it’s gone from your account. You can transfer the funds into your actual savings account, or treat yourself to an awesome spa day, or buy those shoes you’ve been eyeing.
3. Sit or Squat: How many times have you sprinted up your stairs to your apartment to go to the bathroom?! Or had that awkward talk with the hostess at a 5 star restaurant… Too many times for me. But this app helps you avoid that! This is an interactive map of public restrooms near wherever you happen to be. Also, it allows users to rate the toilets as “sit” or “squat” so never go in blind again to those disgusting gas station bathrooms.
4. Bumble: Maybe you’re single, or maybe you’ve got a significant other, bumble caters to both! For dating, this app allows the female to message first (yay ladies). For those who aren’t looking for a first date, they have Bumble BFF which can help you make more friends!
5. Venmo: Another life-changing app to help you avoid awkward conversation. This app allows you to transfer money to people, so rather than putting 13 cards down at brunch you can just simply send your friends money! Also is great for roommate situations because rather than asking for $10 for the toilet paper, you can simply charge them. So convenient.
6. Minibar: NO FEE BOOZE DELIVERY SERVICE. That’s all we need to say about that.
7. Exit Strategy: This app helps you maneuver the subway system of NYC. It shows you the best place to stand in a station and which exit to take to make your trip as quick as possible. Great for when you’re trying to get to that interview on time, or an important meeting.
8. Seamless: I live on seamless. Order food right from your phone, you can search menu items and you don’t have to call. It’s amazing. Download it.

If you’re looking to move to NYC, No Fee Rentals has the best apartments! They’re so cute and in awesome locations. They have studio apartments, multi-bedrooms available for a share, penthouse apartments, you name it they’ve got it. Give them a call today and they’ll help you find the apartment that’s perfect for you!

Until Next Time!

XO,

Steph