BEST THING ABOUT LIVING IN NEW YORK CITY

[@99999myk]

I lived in NYC and was amazed on how friendly and helpful nearly everyone is. It is also more religious than what Hollywood makes us out to be.

[@dibutler9151]

Felipe is such a great tour guide!

[@Bkellyusa]

Shaun, You are correct in saying New Yorkers are friendly. Especially after hours or on the weekend and in nice weather. During the week they run on tight schedules. They need to keep up with the trains and making all the connections as quickly as possible. New Yorkers themselves like to promote how tough they are but it's kind of a joke. When you live everyday with as many people as there are in New York you get pretty used to dealing with people. We're back from Scotland but we've been sick for over a week. We had a great time. We did all the things you said to do in Edinburgh like spit on the cross in the sidewalk and rub Bobby's nose. Every one was nice no matter where we went in Scotland.

[@user-gt1kd9rv1w]

I love that you said we're nice on the wknds, after hours or in nice weather! lmaooo so true!!

[@GeographRick]

Many people are surprised to find out there are so many friendly people in New York. My aunt lives in Brooklyn. We always have a great time there, even with people we have never met.

[@johnottr]

Shaun if you move to NYC you will never regret it. It is the greatest city in history. It is truly the center of the universe.

[@potierney]

Glad that you had a good time in my hometown. The "Juniors" on Flatbush Avenue is the original "Juniors". By the way, geography is an a lost science for many,so it might be good to point out that the city is located on a series of islands. The complicated transit system is a result of the need to unite these islands. The ferry use declined once they built all the bridges. In recent times, the bridge congestion has revived interest in using ferries but the economics might also end that trend.

[@robertewalt7789]

There were originally two private subway systems, IRT and BMT. Then the city built a third, the IND. no, or few interconnects. Now they are all together. But that what helps explain the crazy system.

[@user-gt1kd9rv1w]

As a NYer, I'm soooo happy and proud that you got to visit our beautiful city!! And glad you were able to have someone give you a proper tour!

[@amygreen4408]

NYC is grand!! I lived on Long Island for years. Watching your video made me a wee bit homesick! Thanks for all you do for your fans!💙🇺🇸🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💙

[@Quarton]

Thank you, Felipe! Your help is deeply appreciated by everyone who watches Shaun's videos. Awesome tour of NYC! :-D

[@Zamode68]

I’m not a city person myself, to live there, but I’m glad to hear that you’ve had such a wonderful experience there and it was very kind of Phillipe (sp) to show you around.

[@shaunvlog]

Zamode M thanks - it was a great day

[@Nekog1rl]

Shaun, thank you for this vlog. I've never before wanted to visit NYC, but thanks to this video, I do now! Also thanks to your friend and host Felipe--so generous with his time and knowledge!

[@brownjatt21]

New York is absolutely beautiful, just don't go in winter lol. I was just there last week right before the temps dropped and the snow started.

[@jeffporterfield4401]

I felt the exact way about Edinburg when I was there the first of last month. I did not want to leave and come back to America. Amazing city, great friendly people, amazing food, lots to see, and did not get to see all I wanted in a week. I am hoping to go back again. Keep up the good work.

[@Me-wk3ix]

Your tour guide really knows his stuff!

[@kryptonson]

Shaun, so glad you're enjoying your visit. We'd all love to have you as a fellow American. But I have to admit, I would miss those amazing Scotland vlogs.

[@shaunvlog]

Krypton Son thanks - hopefully I’ll stay for an extended period one day

[@BeadsBoxesAndBeyond]

I've never been to NYC. I have issues with the congestion. But through the lens of your camera, the experience of traveling there, along side you and your wife, was very enjoyable and someplace I'd like to see. Thanks!!

[@JoeBlow_4]

So jelly you went to Russ and Daughters. Very Famous. I never got a chance to go there when in NY. He gave you a great tour. That was a good "locals" tour.

[@LlyleHunter]

New York City is a microcosm of every place in the world

[@IzzyRumi]

What a wonderful guide! Thank you Filipe!

[@BrownHairedLassBr_HairedLass]

Shaun I'm so glad you liked NY, New York would be happy to have you

[@jodieroundtree488]

Phillipe should take you around another section!!! He's great

[@sherylkinsel5592]

I walked into Wall street and it looked like I was walking on a movie set. It's so amazing. Loved that trip.

[@rannieday]

I’ve never wanted to see New York until now lol. Nice job!

[@Bob_just_Bob]

@shaun Thanks for the nostalgia! I used to work at the heliport in your video. I flew in and out of the E34 Street heliport for years. My formative years as a Helicopter 🚁 Pilot. Miss it sometimes

[@Teri8D]

Your vlogs keep getting better and better! I am so impressed with your skills, it's almost like we (your audience) are right there with you in your travels. As others have said, you have to visit the West Coast as well, all over California, the Pacific Northwest, maybe an adventure across the borders of Mexico in the South, and Canada in the North. I'm a California Native and very proud of our coast. We have some of the best beaches in the USA! If you know The Beach Boys music, listen to the words of "California Girls." I know it's dated, but hey, so much fun living it!

[@ih4630]

When I arrive at a new city, I take a bus tour that makes the rounds and takes you pretty much everywhere. Some buses will even let you stop at the major sites so you can visit there for a while and then wait for the next bus to continue on....

[@jennysimmons7118]

Sure enjoyed your vlog today. Glad you got to feeling better after your headache. Felipe seems like a nice fellow to take you all around. Good to hear that New Yorkers are friendly. I have always heard they are rude and don't have the time of day for anyone. We should see your wife more often. She has such a lovely smile and is so pretty. Enjoy your remaining time in NY.

[@reginamcpadden5208]

So glad you saw the real New York! For your next visit, come in the fall or early December. It is even better, the weather is cool and crisp and the colors are amazing. Have seen a Broadway show yet? Get tickets at TKTS booth for a bargain price.

[@kaiserhog]

Ask for directions in NY, and ten New Yorkers will help you out. They are great.

[@nicknoga564]

As someone who grew up in NY, I had to learn from adults that you keep quiet and don’t talk to strangers on subways or on the street. Maybe this is why people think of us as cold, or whatever. It seems crazy to stay silent, until you learn that the ones who violate this unspoken rule are often pan-handlers, con artists, drunks, or insane people. They’re the main ones talking loudly in public places. So we stay quiet to show we’re not insane.

[@davescomedy2731]

Have you been on the Staten Island ferry? It's free and a nice scenic way to beat the heat.

[@kingjellybean9795]

NYC at christmas... Shaun ypu have to visit during december even after christmas for new years eve

[@TheKiltedCoaches]

Mate!! I'm pretty jealous of this Vlog. New York is firmly on my bucket list.

[@deniset2115]

It was awesome of Philippe to show you around New York. 2 Excedrin will crush any headache : )

[@joseph.ant_xx303]

great job shaun, i enjoyed it very much

[@friedenhiker1032]

Great video!

[@kiltlvr]

Excellent vlog! Everything about this was thrilling to watch and experience through you. I’m sorry you suffered from the heat - it really can suck the life out of you - but in doing so, you were cared for and shown the better nature of Americans. I wish I was 25 years younger. I would urge you and your beautiful wife to come to California, starting in Los Angeles, and I’d take you around the Southland. It’s massive and diverse, crowded with horrible traffic, but there are so many places to see, a treasure trove of delights.

[@lauracrof3961]

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[@frankscarborough1428]

Enjoyed thanks 👍

[@amethystrose5853]

Love the Scotland flag! Grab bull by the.... Horns! You're making me hungry! $120 million dollars for a penthouse?!!!! Damn! BEAUTIFUL SUNSET! Such a wonderful journey you're having. I am so happy for you, Shaun. Tell your better half hello please. Blessings always Shaun. 💜 So glad you are okay. Remember to stay hydrated and watch the heat.

[@shaunvlog]

Amethyst Rose MacLaren thanks so much - the heat that day was crazy and for sure I should have drank more 😮

[@amethystrose5853]

Hydration is vital in this heat and humidity. I know first hand. I had heat exhaustion back in 2013. Now when it's so blasted hot I just stay inside where it's air conditioned. I love the 60's and 70's with little to no humidity. The rest of it sucks! Take care Shaun.

[@amethystrose5853]

NYC Traveler TV, thanks for the clarification. ☺

[@NJbakintheday]

@NYC Traveler TV Felipe, did I hear Shaun say you have a KZbin channel too? I'd like to check it out.

[@ellennoriega2631]

Wow love that I felt like I was on a tour with you never been to New York enjoy the whole video do some more different tasting when you go to different countries that would be interesting

[@WhatDayIsItTrumpDay]

That was the Meryll Lynch Bull near Wall Street there. A Finance Company that went bankrupt in the 2008 economic crash. But the Bull is a symbol for stock markets that means a market that keeps increasing in value. And then on the contrary, a Bear is the symbol for a declining market.

[@annd.h.1336]

Sam is in Manhattan right now as well

[@bagelj]

Glad you had a great positive experience of the City! Philippe did you good! 😀 Being an old Bronx boy myself, New Yorkers disklike tourists. They complain tourists walk too slow, take too many selfies - in fact the former NYC mayor Bloomberg banned selfie sticks in the city. NYorkers don’t like to be bothered giving directions (most of the time they have an instinct of knowing where they are going they don’t know how to give directions) Shamefully New Yorkers 8 out 10 chance they never been to any of the tourists sites. Ask them if they have ever been to __________ and they will tell you NO. Sad really.

[@DavidWardle]

Like you I've always found the New Yorkers to be really friendly, wonder if our accent has anything to do with it ;)

[@user-xm5le5ok2r]

David Wardle Nah, most New Yorkers are friendly. During the week New Yorkers are are getting their grind on. So it appears as being rude, it’s just getting your hustle on. The media in general around the world sways everyone with false stereotypes about everything. Get out and see the world for yourself. And you become the judge of what’s good and bad. Live life to the fullest!

[@bearnunnemaker5453]

Todd Smith NY are rude and pushy and think they're better than anyone else!! New Jersey is a hell of a lot better!!!

[@bearnunnemaker5453]

Red Sox! And?? So what's your point??? 😜😜❤️❤️🐻🐻🤠🤠

[@danialhalal]

@@bearnunnemaker5453 ah Jersey really is just empty old people to be honest, we are a crowded area man, what do you expect from pushy, we are busy and have a tough day

[@StMyles]

Wow very cool guide.

[@grantrennie]

The bronze bull is the santander (Spain) bank ornament as far as I know

[@kvinettaf09]

That was so wonderful :))

[@pamgriffin1286]

Get to Arthur Avenue in the Bronx if you want good bread!

[@jaylittleton1]

I admit it saddened me a bit that the only thing you had to say about the Apollo Theater was "Michael Jackson first did the moon walk". The Apollo has SUCH a rich history. But I don't blame you for only knowing about Michael.

[@shaunvlog]

Jay Littleton to be honest I knew nothing about the place, but now you say I’m going to do some research 😊

[@NJbakintheday]

@@shaunvlog There's now an awesome documentary about The Apollo Theater. It's on HBO. You want to talk about a rich history. You'd be blown away by the talent that passed through that hallowed hall.

[@howtogaintime739]

A red sun rises, blood has been spilled this night.

[@azulluna1432]

I'm so glad you finally saw Harlem. Did you get to try Chop Cheese?

[@shaunvlog]

Azul Luna unfortunately we couldn’t stay long enough :(

[@azulluna1432]

Shaun if you’re willing or have the time to cook it look up Pero Like’s Chop Cheese recipe. It’s a staple sandwich for people who grew up in the hood.

[@paulneal697]

Here in small town Iowa there is a golf course that I frequent. As in a lot of places there are houses all around the course. One day I noticed two flags flying from a back yard flag pole, the first was the American flag and the second was the Scottish national flag. A couple of months later the Scottish national flag was replaced by the Bonnie Scotland flag. This year they are flying the Queen of Scotland flag (red lion) Just thought I'd let you know that you fellows are everywhere and showing your colors.

[@shaunvlog]

Paul Neal that’s awesome - wonder if the course had a Scottish connection?

[@sarawer]

Are you doing an NYC meetup at all? NYC fan here!

[@igorn.dikulemhorsll4452]

Harrods is quite fanciful on occasion

[@davidmccandless8265]

Hi Shaun David here a scot living in London I love your vlog as always and felpes is great guy taken you and your lovely wife around that lovely city I wish I was there with you so have fun and thank you for sharing it David

[@shaunvlog]

David Mccandless thank you David - maybe next time I’m in London 👍

[@lauracrof3961]

@@shaunvlog mnb bnj

[@lauracrof3961]

Vh

[@sarawer]

PS. I live in Washington Heights and would LOVE to show you around this area!

[@PS3GamingScotland]

This was a brilliant video. Are there no sight seeing tours in NYC?

[@shaunvlog]

PS3GamingScotland thanks 😊 there are loads but they’re pricey

[@PS3GamingScotland]

Ah okay

[@sukie584]

@@shaunvlog Just an FYI.. there's a program called "Big Apple Greeter" that is free. Say you wanted to go to Harlem and back to The Apollo to learn more about it, you would be matched with a NY'er who knows that area and they would take you around like Felipe did. The next time you know you are coming, it is good to book a greeter in advance. It's a wonderful program. I was a greeter many years ago. I loved meeting people from all over the world and showing them the city I love.

[@lillyhong7819]

I might move to the east coast next year sadly. But the state South Carolina is closer to New York sooo I dunno, though I'm trying to get into a college in California my home state so I don't have to move. Wish me luck 🍀 PS. I love your vlogs can't wait to visit New York for myself 😄

[@shaunvlog]

Lilly Alice Hong I wish you all the best with your studies 😊😊😊

[@lillyhong7819]

Shaun Thank you 😄

[@ovh992]

Next time ur in nyc, let me know and i will give you a bike tour that will blow your mind.

[@pinto91101]

Hope you didn't get caught in that monsoon we had this afternoon.

[@andrewstevens2364]

Any advise for being safe on the subway.

[@michaelmckesson6997]

Carry a gun.😂😂😂

[@jessicam725]

You should have had some pizza!

[@robsutherland5744]

That made me feel good about the people who were there for you when you had a bad headache. New Yorkers can be very friendly. People in Boston area....well....

[@abelincoln8667]

That opening couldn't have been 5 a.m.

[@MICHAELSMITH-ys8ek]

And you're not abe lincoln

[@dmknight08]

It’s clear that we just love flags. We’ll use as many types of flags as we can get away with using.

[@josephcote6120]

When people talk about the American stock market there are two broad terms that are used: they say it's a "bull market" if prices are generally going up, and a "bear market" when they're generally going down. (Think of how each attacks: a bull runs in horns low and attacks upward, a bear raises his paw and swipes downward) The Bull of Wall Street is a symbol for optimism that the markets will rise more than fall.

[@Bkellyusa]

Shaun, Who's the babe in the sunglasses?

[@Opalstorme]

his wife

[@donboehner6005]

As a Bostonian New Yorkers are nice but they have a terrible football team (Jets not the Giants). Many years ago when Boston didn't have a football team (pre 1960) the Giants were our favorite team 1925-1960. The JETS have always been hated here... seriously hated lol

[@encrypter46]

I don't know if anyone else has mentioned it but the bull at Wall St. represents a bull market whereas the market is rising. A bear market is one that's dropping in value.

[@asaloth]

great vlog got the 50k subscribe honor *sigh* someone unscribed right after you hit 50K with me sorry about that

[@pamgriffin1286]

You are lucky, I was visibly pregnant and no man would get up let me have his seat....

[@ronaldmalcolm5609]

Best thing? A single thing about New York? I'd wager it's the pizza, the ability to get mugged by Elmo on Times Square, or getting a handy for $40 at 5AM. Btw, women had the vote in the 20s, so the bagel shop story is apocryphal.

[@jameslagnese1479]

You still missed quite a bit.

[@sayersaveRED]

Just tourist not real new Yorkers so you'll never really know what its like The does an do nots

[@nallavebaptist]

I have always been grateful that my Scottish ancestors went west as soon as they landed here in the 1740s. New York has too many people for my liking

[@bearnunnemaker5453]

I get so sick of hearing about NY and Texas!!! There is so much more!! The Pacific Northwest is much better!!!

[@danialhalal]

Maybe because they are major important places, so you're gonna hear about them a lot

[@davidwoodruff8660]

there is no good thing about any large city