In a New York State of Mind

I extended a layover in New York to stay for a couple days because I've never been. The trip was quite the tease. I felt like I was there just long enough to be desperate to go back for more.

I said my goodbyes to Dubai and then spent the next 26 hours on airplanes and in airports.

I finally made it to New York and without even showering (I know, ew, but I had to make the most of my time!) or sleeping, I jumped on a double-decker tour bus and started making my way around the city.  I saw lots of great things and tried really hard not to sleep.

Lol at this roooough picture of me. You can see the hours of travel etched into my face.

I finally got a shower and a nap and then met up with an old friend who happened to be in New York. We did a bit of nighttime exploring via the Subway and eating and lots of catching up.

The next morning I ate the most delicious waffle in the loveliest little park before wandering the streets and exploring Grand Central Station and the Rockefeller Center.

Next on the agenda was a quick stroll around Central Park. I feel like I could have spent the entire trip here.

I saw my first Broadway show and this closet musical theater fan was absolutely in heaven.

I stumbled onto a street fair and had to get a gyro. It was such a good life decision.

Next up was some nachos with an amazing city view. I would have loved to come back at night to see the sparkly night buildings.

I saw Book of Mormon as well because when in New York, cram in two shows.

Then I was up bright and early the next morning for the flight back home. It was only 5 hours which felt like a dream after the journey from the other side of the world.

And now I am hooooome!