Harmony Yoga and Fitness

Everyone is busy... and sometimes it's hard to fit in the fun in your day, let alone some things that we'd rather not do. When it comes to working out, even if there is time in the day, really, who can be bothered. So... with that, wouldn't it be awesome to find away to actually want to work out and have fun whilst doing so? Harmony Yoga and Fitness, located in Queens, hopes to help everyone achieve such goals. It includes not only Yoga, but other activities such as Zumba toning, Zumba, spinning classes, and drums alive. Harmony Yoga also offers private classes that include pre-natal yoga, bootcamp, belly dancing and more!

Location:

10-17 154th Street

Queens, New York 11357

Neighborhood: Beechurst 

Reviews:

5/5 Stars

"Everyone is super friendly"

"I highly recommend Harmony Yoga and Fitness!"

Contact:
718-767-3890

Pure Spa and Salon

Let's face it, stress is everywhere. At home, at work, at school... everyone needs some time to take a deep breath and release all the tension that builds up over the course of a month, week, or even the stress of a particularly important day. Pure Spa and Salon is a small spa in Sunnyside, Queens. With a relaxing atmosphere and mood-setting decor, there is no doubt that any treatment at Pure Spa and Salon would be a well looked-forward to treat. Whether treating yourself, or someone special, this is a great way to relax and detach yourself from the many stresses of living in New York.  

Location:
40-15 Queens Boulevard
Sunnyside, New york 11104


Reviews:
"friendly staff"
"prices are reasonable"
"great little spa"

Contact:
1-718-784-6400
http://purespanyc.com/

Trapeze School of New York

Okay, okay... before you skip over this post just wait! If you just looked at the title and thought, "no way!" Just let me try to convince you that this is something that ANYONE can try without risking safety. The Trapeze School of New York is located in Chelsea on the West Side Highway. It has a gorgeous view of the downtown skyline and is an outdoor trapeze school. The trainers and employees are all kind and welcoming, and are sure to make everyone confident that they can fly through the air on a trapeze with just some confidence and bravery. Reviews online suggest especially that this is the sort of thing that everyone should try to jot down on their bucket list and that the trapeze gives a huge adrenaline rush that is hard to find anywhere else... so keep your mind open, and maybe someday you'll find you really need something fun like this to get you out of a slump or to just go out and enjoy yourself!

Location:
518 West 30th Street
(Between 10th and 11th avenue)
New York, New York 10001

Reviews:
4.5/ 5 Stars
1-917-797-1872
http://newyork.trapezeschool.com

Housing Works

Housing Works, located in SOHO, is a small local thrift shop with over 50% of all sales being donated throughout the city to those in need. With cheap prices, and the most adorable clothing, Housing Works is a one in a million find! You can shop without cleaning out your pockets, AND know that you are helping a good cause... a.k.a guilt free spending. So head down into the heart of New York and take a peek into this amazing shop!

Location:
130 Crosby Street
Ground FI
(Between Houston Street and Jersey Street)
New York, New York 10012

Reviews:
4/5 Stars
"I don't feel guilty about spending money here"
"25% off all jeans and buy one get one free on all skirts"


Contact:
1-646-786-1200
http://www.shophousingworks.com

Paley Park

Paley Park, located in Midtown Manhattan, is an ideal place to relax and find peace and zen within the hustle and bustle of the city. With various plants and flowers, trees, and even a small waterfall, Paley Park is a serene alternative to an outdoor cafe or restaurant. Be sure to check out this incredible find for any occasion some time over the summer!


Location:
3 East 53rd Street


Reviews:
"This is an urban oasis"

"Really beautiful"

"Paley Park is definitely what makes New York City unique" 

Souvlaki Grill

Souvlaki Grill is a beautiful Greek/Mediterranean restaurant located in Manhattan, New York. Serving traditional greek cuisine, this restaurant's menu and decor makes one feel as though they are actually in Greece! This unknown restaurant brings a calm and relaxing feel to any lunch or dinner and the food is both cheap and extraordinarily delicious!

Reviews: (Yelp)

4/5 Stars

"The decor really sets the mood as if you're in Greece"

"The service has always been accommodating and friendly"

"Ridiculously cheap and food that tastes incredible"

Location:

116 Stanton Street 

(Between Ludlow St & Essex St)

Manhattan, New York 10002

Lower East Side 

Hours:

Monday-Wednesday, Sunday: 12 p.m - 11 p.m

Thursday-Saturday: 12 p.m - 1 a.m 

Price Range: 

$

Other:

-No wifi or outdoor seating

-Delivery and Takeout 

-Good for kids

Contact: 

1-212-777-0116 

Secrets of the City Overview

If you live in New York City, life is a blur. The streets are hardly ever quiet, and is seems as though world is always stuck in fast forward. There is hardly any time to sit back and witness the happenings going on around you without translating it into madness or chaos. With so much to offer, it is hard to miss some of the most amazing things about The City that never Sleeps, The Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, and many more incredible hotels and restaurants known throughout the world for being the best.

However, New York City has so much unknown beauty to share with it's inhabitants. From parks, to restaurants, to shops and more, if we take a step back, there is so much more to our world than meets the eye...

It seems now a days there are few well kept secrets of the city, seeming that anything murmured in this bustling city will appear on the front page of every magazine and newspaper distributed throughout the tristate area the next day. But, there are surely some things that the world may not know well of that could brighten a day or two.

Purpose:

Through this blog, Secrets of the City, I am hoping I can find and talk about some of the most incredible places and activities to do and see in New York City, and hopefully show a side of New York that many New Yorkers may have never even witnessed before.

What to Expect:

Updates on the most beautiful or amazing unknown places throughout the city, where they are, and what they have to offer you and/or your family and friends.

About Me:

          My name is India Woolmington and I am a thirteen year old girl living in SOHO, New York. With some of the wildest night life and shops around me, I know how insane the city can become. My favorite stores are all within walking distance from my apartment building, and I rarely get out and about... until summer roles around, which is exactly why I have started this blog now.

          I love to discover new places and try new things any where I go, but in New York, there is so much opportunity for amazement, I knew that I had to share any of my findings with you all somehow, and I sincerely hope that everyone likes the ideas I will post in the future on where exactly to find this and that.

I am very very grateful for any comments on what you guys liked and didn't like regarding my posts and please leave suggestions for future investigation such as, "where is the best place to eat outdoors in Brooklyn," or "what is a good Sunday activity to keep me busy"

I am more than happy to answer any questions you might have about me or my blog so the more you comment the better!

FOLLOWERS ARE MUCH APPRECIATED! It would mean a lot to me if you all took interest in what I am trying to do and wanted to be a part of it!!! I am open to any constructive criticism about format or ratings on the places I suggest...

Thank you all so so much for stopping by and don't forget to come back!!