Manhattan is undoubtedly one of the greatest cities in the world. There is something for everyone to experience, no matter your interests, hobbies or personal tastes. After all, there’s a reason it earned its nickname as “the city that never sleeps”.
From world-class shopping, to premier culinary institutions, top-notch entertainment options and some of the most visited tourist destinations on earth, it can seem completely overwhelming trying to figure out exactly how to spend your time in New York City; whether you’re just visiting for a few days or living here year-round. So much to do, so little time.
That’s why we always turn to our favorite tastemakers to help guide our decisions when looking to build a perfect itinerary. Whether it’s a blogger, an Instagram celebrity, YouTube star, or current social media socialite, this select group always seem to be in the know about the coolest hotels to stay at, the best places to eat, and generally know how to make the most of any destination.
We recently discovered Maiah Ocando after her latest trip to New York City. If you don’t already follow Maiah, you’ll want to make sure you do! Originally from Venezuela, she is now based out of Los Angeles and her charismatic personality has taken the Internet by storm. Not only has she built a massive following of more than 1.6 million social media fans, but she is also a talented actress, author, television host, designer and social activist. Talk about staying busy!
If you’re planning a New York getaway or simply need some travel inspiration, be sure to check out her latest video detailing her adventures in the Big Apple. In this short vlog, she takes viewers behind the scenes at one of the city’s coolest hotels (which includes an indoor pool and swim-up bar!), explores popular destinations like Times Square and the Financial District, and even makes time to enjoy one of Broadway’s biggest hits. So open your laptop, whip out your smartphone, or tune in on your tablet to see more from Maiah’s latest journey!