You should most definitely consider a visit to The High Line while in New York, if for no other reason than because of the historical significance of the area to the city, and because of what it has become.
Over the years I've heard people refer to the The Sartorialist's 'light' in New York. I've always scoffed, for two reasons- no one has their own light, and the 'lighting' you see in photographs is more about the photographers eye and ability to capture it.
It occurred to me today as I was crossing the road, 'What won't I miss about New York?'
And while there is only one thing, it got me thinking about why people fall in love with this city, and why it is so commonly referred to as a place that gets under your skin.
If you are a bower-bird like me and love nothing more than a good fossick around a flea market then you MUST put Chelsea Antique Garage on your list of things to see and do in New York.
I have been doing a lot of travel lately, which is why you'll see the blog shift from Hong Kong on to New York. That's right, I'm here for almost a month, working, blogging, eating, shopping and generally soaking up all this place has to offer.