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New York City can feel overwhelming on your first visit — but it doesn't have to be. In this ultimate NYC beginner's guide, I'm breaking down EVERYTHING you need to know before you go: which airport to fly into, where to stay, what to eat, what to see, and the insider tips most tourists never figure out until it's too late.
Whether you're trying to navigate the subway, find the best slice of pizza, or figure out what to wear in January, this video has you covered. Consider this your NYC cheat sheet — from a licensed NYC tour guide who has helped hundreds of thousands of people fall in love with this city. 🗽

In this video:
✈️ Airports — JFK vs. LGA vs. EWR
🏨 Hotels — where to stay for your first visit
🌤️ Weather — what to pack for every season
🍕 Food — what to eat and where (yes, we talk pizza and bagels)
🗺️ Sights — must-see landmarks vs. actually worth-your-time experiences
💡 Cultural tips, hacks, and things NOT to do in New York City

🏨 Hotels mentioned in this video:
🔹 Moxy Hotel Times Square — https://plann.in/4iOzd1
🔹 Aloft Hotel Long Island City — https://plann.in/4iOzd1
🔹 The Peninsula Hotel — https://plann.in/4iOzd1

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🚁 See NYC from above — helicopter rides with BLADE
Use code SARAHF538 to save $50 on your first ride
Use code FUNKY50 for $50 off Westchester flights

🎬 Museum of Moving Image
Save 10% with code FUNKY10

🚗 Getting around with Lyft
Get $10 off your first two rides with code FUNK66734
👉 https://ride.lyft.com/invite/FUNK66734?utm_medium=p2pi_iacc

📱 Stay connected with Holafly eSIM
Save 5% off with code SARAHFUNKY
Or save 10% on Holafly Plans (first 12 months)
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Join my history & food tours! https://bit.ly/FunkyToursNYC
Get my free 3-day itinerary: https://bit.ly/3DayNYCguide

New York City can feel overwhelming on your first visit — but it doesn't have to be. In this ultimate NYC beginner's guide, I'm breaking down EVERYTHING you need to know before you go: which airport to fly into, where to stay, what to eat, what to see, and the insider tips most tourists never figure out until it's too late.
Whether you're trying to navigate the subway, find the best slice of pizza, or figure out what to wear in January, this video has you covered. Consider this your NYC cheat sheet — from a licensed NYC tour guide who has helped hundreds of thousands of people fall in love with this city. 🗽

In this video:
✈️ Airports — JFK vs. LGA vs. EWR
🏨 Hotels — where to stay for your first visit
🌤️ Weather — what to pack for every season
🍕 Food — what to eat and where (yes, we talk pizza and bagels)
🗺️ Sights — must-see landmarks vs. actually worth-your-time experiences
💡 Cultural tips, hacks, and things NOT to do in New York City

🏨 Hotels mentioned in this video:
🔹 Moxy Hotel Times Square — https://plann.in/4iOzd1
🔹 Aloft Hotel Long Island City — https://plann.in/4iOzd1
🔹 The Peninsula Hotel — https://plann.in/4iOzd1

Discount Codes:
🚁 See NYC from above — helicopter rides with BLADE
Use code SARAHF538 to save $50 on your first ride
Use code FUNKY50 for $50 off Westchester flights

🎬 Museum of Moving Image
Save 10% with code FUNKY10

🚗 Getting around with Lyft
Get $10 off your first two rides with code FUNK66734
👉 https://ride.lyft.com/invite/FUNK66734?utm_medium=p2pi_iacc

📱 Stay connected with Holafly eSIM
Save 5% off with code SARAHFUNKY
Or save 10% on Holafly Plans (first 12 months)
👉 https://holafly.sjv.io/k4zo40

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DON'T Visit New York City Until You Watch This (2026)

Sarah Funk May 23, 2026 2:17 pm

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About Sarah

I help globetrotters learn to travel like a local by giving honest advice through binge-worthy NYC and travel guides. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for vlog-style videos where I bring you into my crazy life in New York and my sungaitoto travels around the world.

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