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Author: Elle-Rose

Ellie sitting inside the SeaGlass carousel in NYC
  • Posted in
    • Hidden Gems
    • New York

NYC’s SeaGlass Carousel Might be the Cutest Hidden Gem in the City!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: October 26, 2023
  • 4 minute read

Have you heard of the SeaGlass Carousel in NYC? It’s one of my favorite hidden gems in NYC, and here I tell you all about it!

Guide for how to ride the bus in NYC
  • Posted in
    • New York
    • new york city

My ‘Tourist’s Guide’ to Riding the Bus in New York City!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: October 26, 2023
  • 5 minute read

Wondering how to ride the bus in NYC? My tourist guide to riding the NYC bus networks will hopefully help you figure it out!

Ellie onboard the Staten Island Ferry
  • Posted in
    • new york city
    • NYC

How to Ride the Staten Island Ferry in NYC: My Step-By-Step Guide (With Photos!)

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • October 25, 2023
  • 9 minute read

Looking for a step-by-step guide on how to ride the Staten Island Ferry? Here’s everything you need to know, including helpful photos!

Ellie in Little Paris, NYC
  • Posted in
    • New York
    • new york city

My Guide to Little Paris, in NYC: A Hidden Gem Worth Exploring!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • October 24, 2023
  • 7 minute read

Is the Little Paris neighborhood, NYC’s best hidden gem? Here’s my guide to visiting, and everything you should see and do there!

Ellie having a diet coke in Macy's McDonalds
  • Posted in
    • new york city
    • NYC

Did you know there’s a SECRET McDonald’s hidden in Macy’s, NYC?

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • October 24, 2023
  • 2 minute read

Did you know there is a secret, hidden McDonald’s inside the Macy’s Department store in NYC? I didn’t either, come and take a look around with me.

Ellie inside Harry Potter: The Exhibition in NYC
  • Posted in
    • new york city
    • NYC

My Review of Harry Potter: The Exhibition in NYC (Spoiler: I Hated it!)

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • October 22, 2023
  • 7 minute read

Are you thinking of visiting Harry Potter: The Exhibition in NYC soon? Take a read of my review, maybe I will change your mind.

Ellie sat in Umbridge's office at the Harry Potter exhibition
  • Posted in
    • new york city
    • NYC

7 Magical Harry Potter Themed Activities in NYC!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: October 22, 2023
  • 6 minute read

Are you looking for magical Harry Potter themed activities in NYC? Here are 7 great ideas that I think you’ll love!

Ellie, enjoying the views in NYC from top of the rock
  • Posted in
    • New York
    • NYC

What is the Best Observation Deck in NYC? Here are all the Options!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • October 20, 2023
  • 7 minute read

What is the best observation deck in NYC? We answer all your questions here, and talk you through all the options, pros and cons!

Elle inside the harry potter store NYC!
  • Posted in
    • new york city
    • NYC

Is the Harry Potter Store in NYC Overrated, or Worth Visiting? My Thoughts & Photos!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: October 22, 2023
  • 5 minute read

Wondering whether to visit the Harry Potter store in NYC? Wondering whether it’s overrated or worth visiting? Here are my thoughts!

Central park on a rainy day
  • Posted in
    • new york city
    • NYC

Is it Worth Visiting Central Park in the Rain?

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • October 18, 2023
  • 5 minute read

Wondering whether it’s worth visiting Central Park in the rain? Here are all my tips and advice for a wet-weather walk around Central Park!

Here's me, making the most of one of the photo opportunities at the Museum of Broadway.
  • Posted in
    • new york city
    • NYC

Is the Museum of Broadway Worth Visiting? Here’s My Review of the Museum of Broadway!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: November 2, 2023
  • 6 minute read

Want to know more about The Museum of Broadway? Whether it’s worth visiting? Here’s my full review, including lots of photos of the inside!

Ellie in NYC at Thanksgiving
  • Posted in
    • Food
    • New York

5 Thanksgiving Buffets in NYC – For Hungry Foodies!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • October 16, 2023
  • 4 minute read

If you’ve been looking for Thanksgiving buffets in NYC, here are the main 5 choices to pick from in the city.

ellie in seattle in autumn
  • Posted in
    • Food
    • Seattle

20 Amazing Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Seattle – That You’ll Love!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: October 30, 2023
  • 10 minute read

Are you searching for the best restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Seattle? Here are 20 amazing places for thanksgiving dinner in Seattle!

Ellie in DUMBO, with a backdrop of Manhattan
  • Posted in
    • New York
    • NYC

37 Fun Things To Do Alone in NYC for Solo Travelers!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: November 13, 2023
  • 21 minute read

Updated for 2023! Are you looking for fun things to do alone in NYC? Here are 45 ideas so you can make the most of this amazing city!

South Street Seaport restaurants
  • Posted in
    • Food
    • New York

Top 20 South Street Seaport Restaurants in NYC – That I Know You’ll LOVE!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: October 26, 2023
  • 7 minute read

Are you looking for the best South Street Seaport restaurants in NYC? Here are our favorite 20 locations, I think you’ll love!

Thanksgiving dinner in Chicago
  • Posted in
    • Chicago
    • Food

20 Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Chicago – Perfect for Celebrating!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • October 13, 2023
  • 11 minute read

Are you looking for the best restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Chicago? Here are 20 perfect choices for celebrating, that you’ll LOVE!

thanksgiving dinner in las vegas
  • Posted in
    • Las Vegas
    • Nevada

21 Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Las Vegas (perfect for celebrating!)

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • October 12, 2023
  • 12 minute read

If you’re looking for the best restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Las Vegas, then take a read! Here are 21 options I love, for every budget!

thanksgiving restaurants in Orlando
  • Posted in
    • Florida
    • Orlando

18 Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Orlando! Perfect for Celebrating!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • October 12, 2023
  • 11 minute read

Are you looking for the best restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Orlando? Here are my top 18 choices for Thanksgiving dinner in Orlando!

restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Phoenix
  • Posted in
    • Arizona
    • Food

13 Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Phoenix – Perfect for Celebrating!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: October 12, 2023
  • 8 minute read

Are you looking for restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Phoenix? Here are our 14 favorite restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Phoenix.

restaurants open on Thanksgiving in San Francisco
  • Posted in
    • Food
    • San Francisco

14 Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in San Francisco – That You’ll Love!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: October 13, 2023
  • 8 minute read

Are you looking for restaurants open on Thanksgiving in San Francisco? If so, here are my favorite 14 places I think you’ll love!

guide to red rock canyon
  • Posted in
    • Las Vegas
    • Nevada

My Tips and Advice for Exploring Red Rock Canyon in Las Vegas

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: October 17, 2023
  • 6 minute read

If you’re looking for information about the beautiful Red Rock Canyon, then keep reading! Here are my top tips and advice from recent visits!

winter-weekend-getaways-from-NYC
  • Posted in
    • New York State
    • NYC

20 Winter Weekend Getaways from NYC! With a Helpful Map!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: October 2, 2023
  • 9 minute read

Looking for the perfect winter weekend getaways from NYC? This list of 20 gorgeous destinations are all within easy reach of NYC.

Thanksgiving in NYC
  • Posted in
    • NYC
    • Thanksgiving

22 Fantastic Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in NYC (Perfect for Celebrating!)

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: November 15, 2023
  • 12 minute read

Looking for the best restaurants open on Thanksgiving in NYC? Here are our top 22 recommendations, for Thanksgiving dinner in NYC!

Chinatown fair in New York City
  • Posted in
    • Family travel
    • New York

My 9 Favorite Game Arcades in NYC – That You’ll Love!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: October 26, 2023
  • 7 minute read

Are you looking for the best arcades in NYC? If so, here are our top 10 arcade locations we think you’ll love!

how to create a five-star hotel at home
  • Posted in
    • Hotels
    • lifestyle

How to Create a 5 Star Hotel at Home!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • September 29, 2023
  • 7 minute read

Wondering how to make your home feel more like a five-star hotel? Here are my top pieces of advice, and small changes you can make!

Little Tokyo in NYC
  • Posted in
    • New York
    • NYC

A Guide to Little Tokyo in NYC (What to see, where to eat & what to do!)

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • September 28, 2023
  • 10 minute read

Looking for info about Little Tokyo in NYC? This guide to Little Tokyo has everything you need to know about where to eat & what to see!

couple things to do in NYC....
  • Posted in
    • New York
    • NYC

My Favorite Things to Do in NYC for Couples! 40+ Fun Ideas!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • Updated: October 1, 2023
  • 17 minute read

Looking for fun and romantic things to do in NYC for couples? My husband and I visit every year, and these are our top picks!

sun loungers at the aura sky pool dubai
  • Posted in
    • Dubai
    • luxury

My Review of The Aura Sky Pool in Dubai: As Amazing as it Seems? Or Overrated?

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • September 27, 2023
  • 8 minute read

Here’s my review of the Aura Sky Pool in Dubai. Was it as good as Instagram would have you believe? Take a read to find out.

best desserts in las vegas
  • Posted in
    • Food
    • Las Vegas

TOP 20 Best Desserts in Las Vegas! My Personal Favorites!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • September 27, 2023
  • 12 minute read

Are you searching for the best desserts in Las Vegas? Here are 27 of my favorite desserts in Las Vegas, perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth!

all-inclusive resorts in New York State
  • Posted in
    • All-Inclusive
    • New York

11 Beautiful All-Inclusive Resorts in New York State!

  • Posted byby Elle-Rose
  • September 26, 2023
  • 10 minute read

Are you looking for the best all-inclusive resorts in New York State? If so, this list of 9 amazing resorts and hotels should give you ideas!

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Hi, I’m Elle-Rose!

Hi, I’m Elle-Rose, the writer behind The World and Then Some!

I’ve been a travel writer for more than 12 years now, and it’s the best job in the world!

Join me as I chase sunsets, skylines, street food and skyscrapers.

After years of finding my feet and deciding which type of travel I loved the most, I settled on city breaks.

So that’s what you’ll find here! City breaks are the vacations I love the most, so city breaks are what I write about the most.

Would I call myself a city break expert? Yes, I think I would!

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California

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    14 Restaurants Open on Christmas Day in San Francisco!
    • Posted Elle-Rose
    • November 20, 2023
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