From the Village to the Highline

Greenwich Village, one of my favorite neighborhoods in Manhattan! I always love coming here, it's so quiet and family-friendly, and I simply love all the tiny shops and restaurants that make the village so special. Of course we had to take our friend Fabien, who's never been to NYC before, to Carrie Bradshaw's apartment, you know, for the Sex and the City feeling ;-) From there we walked down to the Highline, a New Yorker spot everyone should check out. I always enjoy strolling down the elevated park that provides you with wonderful views of Manhattan's streets. Go green and just relax, that's what I call a perfect day in New York City ;-)

Back in da Village

So here I am, back in New York City, the city I love with all my heart. Two and a half months in Germany was enough and since I didn't start studying yet I allowed myself a fabulous trip to the Big Apple. The first post from NYC since I am back lets you explore Greenwich Village where I went with my friend Nele last weekend to show her around a little. From Washington Square Park over Bleecker Street to the famous Magnolia Bakery - it feels so good being back!

How could anyone not love New York?

New York tends to attract people who want to participate in the life of the city, which I think by and large are people who are outgoing and interested, networking and working hard but having fun. Here you're always trying to reach for something – maybe you don't even know what exactly. - Nate Silver

Village Feeling

When it comes to my favorite neighborhoods in Manhattan I would definitely say Greenwich Village is one of them, especially the West Village because it is so very different and unique in its own special way. What attracts me most to the Village is the diversity - every single house looks different (all in bright colors though), the one-of-a-kind boutiques hide little treasures, and you can find one after another cozy restaurant serving mouth-watering, tasty food. The people living in the area below 14th Street and west of Broadway seem to be creative and rebellious with a Bohemian touch, what else makes a fantastic neighborhood?
A couple of weeks ago I took Kim, my best friend, out to the Village for a very special occasion... I showed her the famous house of Carrie Bradshaw, known from so many episodes of the most glamorous and exhilarating show Sex and the City. Should I mention that we had a marvelous time?
Don't forget, my next post will be about the Meatpacking District where we hung out after exploring the Village...plus, look forward to some photos of a very special bar ;-) For now, enjoy these shots!

Hi there, Carrie!