Coming to New York City Podcast

It's been a while since an episode was released. Now, it's time to jump right back in!

A lot has happened over the summer with the Smiths. It was a jam-packed summer of adventure, traveling from Australia to the Philippines to Dubai! From seeing the kangaroos and koalas up close, to getting Emery's 13th birthday celebration canceled due to a crazy storm in the land down under, to spending a few nights in the middle of the jungle with Nils' team from Amplify Social Media, to eating rice meals day in and out, to trying out the famous Filipino "balut," to witnessing the pristine beaches of Boracay, to spending very spontaneous crazy hot and humid days in Dubai, the land of the world's largest literally everything, and so much more!

So if you're up for some epic story time about our summer experience and what the future for the Coming to New York podcast will be, then hop into this conversation with us for more!

Thinking about moving to New York City with your dog? There are some things you should know first, especially if you're thinking about moving in the city. There are challenges that come with raising a dog in NYC, but it can be an awesome experience as long as you prepare and do your research ahead of time. In this episode, Katie and Nils explore everything there is to know about living with a dog in New York City; from basic training to doggy daycares, and whether or not dogs can easily be brought out on the streets of New York City. You can catch more of it in this episode of Coming to New York City, so tune in!

"Do you think people visiting New York City should ride the subway?"

"Absolutely!"

In this episode, Nils and Katie share their favorite experiences while riding the subway.

The New York City Subway is such a unique and enjoyable way to see the city, but it can be so much better if you know all the tips and tricks of it. Using the subway is the key to traveling around in the city quickly and cost-effectively but it can be tricky to understand the routes at first. Don't worry because Nils and Katie explain the benefits of using e-wallets, the cost of traveling through the different systems, and so much more! You can catch more of it in this episode of Coming to New York City so tune in!

*This episode was recorded before the subway shooting tragedy in Brooklyn. Our thoughts are with all of those who experienced that scary situation.

New York City is one of the most vibrant cities in the world. While many of its attractions are indoor experiences, there are also plenty of outdoor activities that will make you feel like you're in the middle of a movie. In this episode, Nils and Katie talk about their favorite outdoor activities to do in New York City. From outdoor dining, to visiting parks, to riding double-decker buses, to watching ball games, and so much more! You can catch more of it in this episode of Coming to New York City so tune in!

Broadway is finally back!. If you love food and Broadway, this is the perfect episode for you! New York City might be the heart of theater and home to some of the greatest museums in the world, but it's also known as one of the food capitals of the world. From traditional dishes like pizza to fusion cuisine from all over the globe, there's no shortage of great places to eat here. In this episode, Katie talks about the best New York City dining options before watching a Broadway show and shares her experience seeing one of the newest hit show. We hope you will listen in as she gives some tips if you're planning to attend a show this year. You can catch more of it in this episode of Coming to New York City so tune in!

As you plan your next trip to the city, you're probably excited about its resurgence post-Covid but you may be wondering: Is New York City safe? In this episode of Coming to New York City, Nils and Katie talk about the security of traveling around the city—is it really safe around here? And a useful app that you can use to track situations that are going around in the city. You can catch more of it in this episode of Coming to New York City so tune in!

It's easy to talk about emergencies after it has happened or if it hasn't even happened to us yet. But when it does, it's true that your mind goes blank. So was the case for Katie and Nils as they talked about the fire that happened in the apartment complex, which originated from next door. It was a rollercoaster ride for the family, standing in the hallway of their apartment in their jammies, while waiting for the fire to go out. The couple also shares what their apartment complex looks and is built of, which is helpful if you ever decide on getting your own place in New York City. So tune in to this episode of the Coming to New York podcast for more of this story.

As the COVID cases in New York City go down, they have now decided to open their doors to inviting everyone to travel back in. Tune in to this episode as Nils and Katie get back to you on new mandates regarding policies of establishments and transportation in wearing of masks and vaccination cards.

Are you a tourist in New York? Or someone new coming to New York? Or are you still in the planning phase of going to New York City but don't know where to start or who to ask about things to do in the city? Or you're just overwhelmed with researching and reading a lot of blogs on where to go?

Don't worry too much about it because Nils and Katie are here to help you in this podcast of Coming To New York! So sit down with your coffee and settle in because there's going to be a lot they'll share with you, including many tips you should keep in mind when traveling to the city.

If you have any questions, Katie's got you covered! You can DM her on Instagram @comingtoNYC. She would love to hear from you!

If you're wondering about what to do and where to eat in New York, then this podcast episode is for you!

In this special episode of Coming To New York with Nils and Katie, they're accompanied by very adorable guests – Shelby and Emery! The Smiths are going to share their favorite go-to places to eat and activities to do in New York City (that you might want to try when you come visit), especially if you have kids tagging along – Shelby's and Emery's suggestions might come in handy.