Oh, New York, how we love thee – let us count the ways. “What do we love about it?” Honestly, there are probably at least 1,000 reasons to love living in New York City. So, let’s take a look at just some of the qualities this town has that no one can overlook.
1. Diversity
One of the city’s greatest attributes is its diversity, and NYC is often thought of as America’s melting pot. About 23 percent of New York’s denizens hail from other countries, and you can hear as many as 800 languages spoken. I love how each person has his or her own New York Story, whether they’re a native, an immigrant or a transplant.
2. Energy
There’s no other city on the planet with an energy that can compete with New York. The fast pace, the buzzing traffic, the hustle and bustle of the people, the 24-hour life, and the creative spirit make NYC one of the most vibrant places in the world.
3. Inspiration
New York has an enthusiasm that makes people feel they can accomplish anything they set out to do. On an ordinary day when you step outside your door, you might find inspiration in any place – on the street, in the subway, at a Broadway show or in a sidewalk café. A plethora of inspiring, smart, creative people dwell in the nooks and crannies of this city.
4. Convenience
A steak dinner at midnight? An early morning manicure? You can get pretty much anything you want at almost any time in NYC. Hit a grocery store, drug store, pet store, and wine shop in a single sweep. This convenient lifestyle is addictive. Maybe New Yorkers are a little spoiled in this way, but isn’t it grand?
5. Neighborhoods
New York is a big city, but feels more like a cluster of small towns once you live here. Each New York City neighborhood has a distinct personality and flavor. From Harlem to the Lower East Side, Astoria to Flushing, Brooklyn Heights to Coney Island, and the Bronx’s Little Italy to Staten Island’s St. George, the best neighborhoods in NYC are brimming with character and culture, and something for everyone.
6. Excitement
No one can deny the excitement of life in New York City, or the fact that anything can happen at any time. Have a celebrity sighting while walking your dog, rub elbows with film stars, score free tickets to some of Manhattan’s hottest events. An ordinary day can turn into an extraordinary experience in a New York minute.
7. Landmarks
The Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Grand Central Station, and the list goes on. You’ll discover magnificent architectural treasures and more New York City attractions than you can count.
Take advantage of the many legendary spots in this town whenever possible, including New York’s museums. New Yorkers are proud of their city and their landmarks. Enjoy a stroll through the Guggenheim, look at the skyline, or a walk through Central Park.
8. Opportunity
It’s true that there’s more competition in New York than in most other cities, but there’s also a host of opportunity. Gotham is a city in which you can make that opportunity. You can come here with a dream and work hard to achieve it. Dreams do, indeed, come true in New York City every single day.
9. Variety
Getting bored with exploring one part of town? Hop on the subway for 30 to 40 minutes and escape to what feels like another state or country. Getting tired of your local pizzeria? Choose from hundreds of other pizza parlors throughout the city. If you don’t want to ride the subway, you can take a bus, walk, ride CityBike, or even take an Uber.
10. Food
Though they call it ‘The Big Apple’ maybe New York City would be better described as a big, ole slice of pizza. Or even a bagel. Maybe a pizza bagel? Whatever you eat when you’re in NYC, you’re eating well! There are hundreds of places to try a slice, and if it’s an everything, cream cheese kind of carb you crave, you’re in luck for that too. Whether you’re into fine dining, or the finest street food in the world, you can’t beat any corner in New York City.
1`1. Walkability
If you’re not street level in New York, you may be missing out on some of the greatest site seeing in the world. Whether you’re walking, riding, scooting, biking (and you have all of those options), it’s best to get down to the nitty gritty. Known as one of the most transit-ready cities in the US, New York City offers a wide variety of ways to get around. If you’re a local, you may already know you’re way around but if you’re new to town, plan ahead before you hit the trail.
New York City offers so much variety that you could live here your entire life and not eat in every restaurant, see every Broadway show, hit every jazz club, or live in every neighborhood. You never run out of new things to do, dishes to eat, places to visit, or people to meet. NYC is an ever-evolving city, and that’s the beauty of living here.
