We won! 

In the last podcast episode before we took a little break, we talked about the NYC housing lottery and how we were hopeful that we’d get selected for a place that would work well for our family soon. Randomly, a little over 3 weeks ago, we got a call about the building we were hoping for and the rest is history...

Put a finger down if overnight trips are your go-to quality time activity with your friends and loved ones. 

We have a bunch of recommendations we’re excited to share with you, if you’re up for this kind of trip! You can visit the famous Hershey Park in Pennsylvania if you're craving something sweet or ride the roller c...

Roosevelt Island is such an amazing place for our family. And I’m glad we made the decision to move . . . but another move may be in our future.

We are navigating the complex world of lottery apartments and doing our best to figure out all on the ins and outs. We’ll introduce the concept in this episode as we have exper...

Whether it’s by car, by train, or by boat, day trips out of New York City are a great way to explore new places we know you’ll love! 

From visiting a cool museum in Philadelphia, to stepping foot in a little town in Connecticut, and enjoying a burger spot in New England, day trips like these will always hold a special p...

It’s time to pull your coats out of the closet ‘cause it’s about to get chilly!

December is one of the most magical months of the year and we’re excited for what this month has to offer! We really enjoy indulging in different food booths and souvenir shops. We also love ice skating and participating in the Christmas tre...

It’s almost turkey season in New York City! 

Experience Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade during the coziest time of the year—November! This month is one of the most festive months to celebrate in New York City with your friends and family because Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is the most anticipated outdoor activity of t...

It’s finally fall! Prepare your boots and cardigans as we welcome our family’s favorite month of the year—October. 

When the temperature drops, October in New York City is the place to be. During this time of the year, picnics at Central Park are always so pleasant. You get to witness the leaves start to change colors a...

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 celebra...

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 episod...

“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...