Ok, so I still have 169 days to go (booooo) but I have finally booked my flights to NYC and I am so excited! I’m considering  day or so in Washington DC, Boston and Philli somewhere along the trip too.

I am a complete NYC Newbie (say what?!?) and so I urge anyone who has good tips and tricks and the lowdown on any not-so-secret hidden gems or neighbourhoods to pipe up and pass on good advice.

I’m doing somewhat a budget trip, but I have always travelled with the mantra ‘the best things while travelling are the free things – the people, new places and new neighbourhoods.’

I’m sure there will be plenty more New York-related posts regarding my saving, itinerary planning and some of my secret tips to fitting a full road trip worth of luggage in my medium sized backpack.

Watch this space….