We Flew to NYC for 24-Hours to See Mean Girls on Broadway! + Giveaway!
Hi, everyone!
I hope you all had a great Monday! I’m hopping on here a bit late, but I feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day. Lately, it’s been hard keeping up, but I’m still here! This past weekend, Becca and I flew to NYC for 24-hours to see Mean Girls on Broadway! Although we were running on a few hours of sleep, we had a blast. Like all of our trips, we grabbed a coffee, took tons of photos, and explored the gorgeous neighborhoods in NYC. It’s hard to experience New York City in 24-hours because there is so much to see and do, but we did our best. This was Becca’s first time in the city, so we made sure to walk around Central Park, SoHo, Greenwich Village, and Timesquare. I’ll link my other NYC trips at the bottom just in case you’re planning a trip there. (we also filmed a vlog!)
Our day started at 2:30 am.
We needed to be at the airport at 3:30 am because our flight was boarding at 5:00 am. I instantly regretted booking a flight that early when I woke up. I wanted to craw back into the warm blankets and fall back asleep. Becca didn’t feel the same; she was already downstairs at 2 am drinking coffee.
We landed in Newark at 7:30 am, grabbed a coffee, and hopped on the train heading to Penn Station. 
New York was chilly compared to the 100-degree weather we’ve been having down south. It felt nice being able to wear jeans and a cozy sweater while exploring the city. Since we only brought backpacks, I wore something I could transform into another outfit for the show. I was proud of myself because this is the first time I’ve ever traveled anywhere with only a backpack. I need to start doing it more because it keeps me from shopping.
Outfit Details: Jeans (under $10) / Ankle Booties (similar pair – mine are sold out) / Zip Pullover (comes in three colors) / Crossbody Bag/
We stopped into our hotel to drop our bags off and then set out to explore all the shops around Times Square, saw Radio City, and a few other popular spots. Being in New York City is such a crazy feeling. When you grow up in a small town, NYC is overwhelming, but in a good way. I grew up seeing it all over my favorite shows and movies, and each time I visit, It’s just as exciting as the first.
We made our way to Central Park to explore. I could spend an entire day in the park! It’s one of my favorite parts of NYC. We walked around the same path I ran my first & only half marathon. When you walk around Central Park, grab a map and check out the Belvedere Castle, Conservatory Garden, Central Park Carousel, the Mall and Literary Walk (you’ll recognize this from most NYC movies!), Bethesda Terrace, and have lunch at the Loeb Boathouse on the Lake! Kyle took me there last time, and it was delicious! 
We stopped at Clover Cafe in Greenwich Village for a very late lunch.
I ordered a salad with grilled chicken, sweet potatoes (as a replacement for quinoa), and avocado. I ordered it without the grains since I’m doing Whole30, but they forgot to leave them out. It took so long to get a table/food that I decided to eat around it. It was 3:30 in the afternoon and the first thing we had to eat all day. There was no way I was going to let them take the salad back and wait for them to make another one. I hate wasting food, and they would have had to throw out that chicken. I usually wouldn’t mention a small detail like that in my blog post, but I’m saving myself from the “quinoa isn’t whole30 approved” comments. But, on a positive note, the chicken and sweet potatoes were delicious!
The outside patio was super cute, and the perfect spot to sit outside on a beautiful day.
After lunch, we headed to Posh Bakeshop! It’s right by Clover Cafe, and it’ll stop you in your tracks as you walk by. It’s adorable! One of the walls in the bakery is covered in pink roses. It’s an all gluten-free bakery with a lot of vegan options. I stuck with a coffee, but next time I’m in NYC, I’ll be revisiting this spot. 
We checked into our hotel at 4:30 pm and decided to relax a bit before the show. We booked a last-minute hotel at the Hyatt Herald Square, and it had a pretty awesome rooftop with the best view of the Empire State Building. When we got into the room, I washed my face, put my phone on the charger, and before I knew it, I drifted off into a deep-nap! Thank goodness Becca set an alarm clock because she also fell asleep. We slept until 6:30 pm, right through our dinner plans. It was a much-needed nap, especially since our show was at 8 pm. Our show was at 8 pm, and we wouldn’t be getting back to the hotel until midnight, so that nap saved us. 
We got ready for the show around 7 pm and then walked the mile and a half down to the August Wilson Theater to see Mean Girls! We wore our Mean Girl quote shirts with cardigans 😊 Mine said, “Is butter a carb?” and Becca’s said, “and none for Gretchen Weiners.”
Is butter a carb t-shirt / none for Gretchen Weiners t-shirt / my green evergreen cardigan
We had to get ice teas, especially for the cups! We were still pretty content from our late lunch, so we decided to get a bag of mixed nuts at the theater to have if we got hungry.
The show was UNREAL! The singing, the acting, the talent! If you can, make sure to get tickets to the show. Every character nailed it. I would see it again and again. Even though I was tired, this show had me wide awake.
After the show, we walked a mile and a half back to our hotel, washed our faces, brushed our teeth, and went straight to bed! 
We were up at 5 am, and off to the airport for our flight home! I love traveling, but I was excited to be back home. I spent the rest of the day with Kyle and going over our final designs for our new home! That post will be live soon! 😊
GIVEAWAY: And just like all my other travel blogs, there’s, of course, a giveaway! Make sure to check out the Miami blog to see if you won that giveaway!
I’ll be giving one reader a Mean Girl’s quote shirt! Leave a comment answering one of the questions below to win!
Questions for you!
- Have you ever been to NYC?
- Have you ever seen a Broadway show?
- Which shirt do you want to win!? “Is butter a carb?” “None for Gretchen Weiners,” or “Whatever, I’m getting cheese fries!”
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I’ve never been to NYC or seen a Broadway show.
I want to win “Is butter a carb?” but truthfully I want them all!
OMG you must do both~
Will you consider doing a meetup in NYC? Three of my best friends are obsessed with you, and we’d love the chance to meet you.
AW! I never thought of doing a meet up in the city but I’ll try to do that next time!! I’d love to meet you and your besties!!
I LOVE nyc and have done a 24 hour trip there from Florida. It was so fun! We have gone 4 times and I have YET to see a broadway show. I would love any of the shirts so pick your fav! Mean girls is the best.
Omg you must go to one!!!
I’ve been to nyc so many times but only seen 1 Broadway show- the lion king. But wow it was amazing! One of the best shows I’ve ever seen! I would love to win the “is butter a carb” t-shirt. I’m a huge mean girls fan- even got my dad to love in love with it! Lol
Well the Lion King is a good one to see!!
You look so good with brunette hair!
Thank you!!!
I’ve never been to NYC nor have a seen a broadway show, but I am hoping to one day! I also LOVE the ‘Is butter a carb?’ shirt!
I hope you get to go soon!
Yes, I have been to NYC but only once. I am dying to go back!
I did see a show while I was there, Anastasia! It was sooooo good! So nostalgic, brought tears to my eyes, had to fight myself so I wouldn’t sing out loud the whole time.
“Whatever, I’m getting cheese fries” is probably my favorite quote of all time. So I would pick that one.
OMG! I’ve wanted to see Anastasia! What a cool experience
I’ve only driven by NYC and I’ve never seen a broadway show. But mean girls is on my list! “None for Gretchen Weiners” is a must have!
OMG if you can do both, i highly recommend it!!
So jealous! The show sounds like it was a blast! 🙂 I’ve never been to NYC but it’s definitely on the list, hopefully the coming summer! ❤️✨
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Ohhh you’d love it!
I’ve not done either one, but it’s SO on my bucket list!
Definitely the cheese fries shirt! 🙂
You need to knock both of those out! 😊
My last trip to NYC was in July and we had such a great time! We went to see Wicked and I loved it. The Gretchen Weiners shirt is my favorite:)
I need to go see Wicked! I’ve seen non-broadway versions, but it’s on my list!
I have never seen a Broadway show but would LOVE to see Mamma Mia! I think the non for Gretchen Weiners shirt is hilarious
That would be an amazing show!
I was in NYC for the first time 2 years ago and I saw Anastasia on Broadway! I have tickets to see mean girls in Chicago in December and I would LOVE the Gretchen Weiners shirt! I have been trying to plan my outfit and haven’t found a shirt so far!
OMG YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE IT!!
My dad and I visited NYC when I moved up to Maine from Texas! We didn’t see a Broadway show but we did win tickets to see David Letterman and that was a pretty cool experience.
I love the Gretchen Wieners shirt!
Looks like you guys had an awesome time!!
Such a fun time!
What a fun trip to make with your dad!
MY first trip to nyc was my college graduation present from my mom. We went for five whole days and it was the best week of my life! I’m a history major and I’ve always wanted to work there since it’s the central hub of turn-of-the-20th-century history! We saw “school of rock: the musical” and I LOVED it! I’d love the shirt that says “whatever I’m getting cheese fries!”
The best trip! ♥️
I was in NYC last December (right before you went!) and I am going again this December. My husbands hometown is 30 min outside the city so I am lucky to have the opportunity to go so often, December is my favorite time! I’ve been to a few broadway shows, I really want to go to Mean Girls!
My favorite shirt is none for Gretchen Weiners…that’s hilarious lol
The BEST time to visit is during the Holidays!
I grew up 40 minutes from the city. Needless to say, my family would go into NYC multiple times a year, especially for Christmas festivities and decorations!
The best time to go!! So cool you grew up near the city. Kyle did to so I love visiting with him since he’s good at navigating!
I love love love NYC, I wanted to live there at one point. I’ve seen 1 broadway show in NYC and 2 in DC. I would love the “whatever I’m ordering cheese fries” shirt…because cheese fries are ah-maaazing! I am so glad you guys had a fabulous adventure!
Thanks, Mandi!
I could totally see why people would want to live there!
I’ve seen Mean Girls twice on Broadway and am SO glad to see you loved it! It’s one of my absolute favorites. The Janis and Damian are probably my favs – and of course all of the plastics are amazing! I love how the show is so non-stop. There’s NEVER a dull moment and it’s such a fresh take on the story! The first time I saw it, I thought I might get bored since I’ve seen the movie so many times but NOPE. AHHH I could go on lol.
Aren’t they amazing! They cast it so perfectly. The new girl playing Regina George is UNREAL!!!
I agree there really wasn’t one dull moment in that show!!
Oh my gosh HOW FUN!!! I’d love to see Mean Girl’s on broad way. Looks like you guys had a great time!!
I have been to NYC a few times and I saw the Lion King + Mama Mia!
All those shirts sound so cute, but I think I would have to go with “None for Grethcen Weiners” !! 🙂
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You’d love it!!! OOMG i want to see Mama mia so bad!!
1. LOVE LOVE LOVE NYC! It’s one of my favorite places. I was a Flight Attendant so many trips there. My BFF & I had a whirlwind adventure last summer to NYC. We were there for about 36 hours. We had won a contest to see BSB on GMA in Central Park and it was ah-mazing! Lack of sleep is always worth an adventure to New York.
2. Broadway shows are always fun! The last trip we saw Anastasia and OMG one is he best! I want to see Mean Girls. Maybe next time for sure. I saw Chicago when Joey Lawrence performed lead and have seen multiple other shows as well. I’ve heard Aladdin is out of this world so that’s on my list too.
3. So funny bc that was the first thing I noticed when I got to your pics for the show. I was like “cute shirts!” I guess I’d go with “None for Gretchen Weiners” since I use to have a “Is Butter a Carb?” shirt #noshame
Thanks for sharing your 24 trip! Looking forward to seeing plans for the house. ❤️
Sounds like the BEST trip to have with your BFF!!
The Aladdin show I saw in Charlotte was UNREAL!!!!!
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I have only really been to NYC for meetings but I would loooove to go for fun sometime!! Their coffee shops are so cute and the architecture there is breathtaking. Ahhh now I want to go back 😂
Thanks for sharing your adventure with us! It looks like you two had a blast 🙂 Also, I love both of your outfits!!
You totally need to go for fun!!
Wow, such a fun trip, can’t wait to see Mean Girls myself! Thanks for another great recap
You must go!
I’m dying to do a trip like this with my daughters! They are little but I think it would be so special.
I love the Gretchen Weiners shirt lol.
Aww that would be the best trip!
I haven’t been to NYC in five years, but that itch is coming! I need to go back, especially because my boyfriend has never been.
Those sweet potatoes looked divine. Yum.
Isn’t broadway in NYC the best? There’s something magical and exciting.
I would want to win the “I’m getting cheese fries” tee!
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Oh, that would be so much fun to bring him along! It’s always cool to see people experience NYC for the first time.
I love NY so much! I grew up about 3 hours outside of the city so we used to go 4-5 times a year to see a show and check out the decor during Christmas time. I recently moved to Clearwater, FL so I haven’t been in a while and I miss it so much! Looks like you had a great time!
That’s a big move, but both great places to live! Hope you get to visit soon, especially around Christmas!
What a fun 24-hours!! You have inspired me to do the same!
**I lived in NYC for a very short period- it was our family vacation spot as that is where my parents met (raised in Kentucky)
**I HAVE NEVER BEEN TO A BROADWAY SHOW AND I HAVE BEEN TO NYC A MILLION TIMES…yes, please tell me how terrible I am… 🙂 Mean Girls seems like the perfect Broadway to see, especially with the best girl friend!
**Any of the shirts you all have are perfect! Your giveaways are so fun! Thanks for being you!
You should, Mallori!!
You have never been to a broadway show? CHANGE THAT!!! At least go to one in Kentucky!! But I can’t recommend Mean Girl’s enough!!!
I love when you do NYC posts because I live here and it’s always so fun seeing the city from an outsider’s view. 😉
I’ve seen SO many Broadway shows. They have digital lotteries for so many of them, so I always enter for discounted tickets. I’ve gotten to see Phantom 6 times, which is still my favorite. I loved Mean Girls, and I listen to the soundtrack a lot (“Revenge Party” is an awesome running song!)
If anyone is reading this and hasn’t been to a show yet, check out broadwayforbrokepeople.com – it has a list of all the lotteries, rush tickets, and other discount options to make things a little more affordable!
And the cheese fries shirt, of course 🙂
I bet! 😊 & you’re so lucky to live in the city!
OMG PHANTOM IS ON MY LIST!! oh no, you just got Revenge party in my head 😂
Thanks for including that link!!!
I love is butter a carb AND none for Gretchen wieners, they are both amazing, my friend and I spent today using mean girl quotes all day! Have been in the city once just to do some tourist things on a quick volunteer trip.
When all else fails, stick to a mean girls quote! 😂
1) I went to NYC when I was in highschool to visit my family. I’m from the southwest so I couldn’t believe how cold and claustrophobic it was!
2) I have seen Broadway show that are touring in Arizona like Mama Mia and The Book of Mormon, but have not seen a show in NYC. That is a goal of mine!
3) I love the Gretchen Weiners quote and t-shirt!!!!!!
It’s definitely a different scenery!
I love seeing the touring shows as well 😊
Before I answer the questions?!? Your ring girl!!!! Kyle did well!!! It is just gorgeous and totally just looks like you if that makes sense. Gorgeous. You two look like you had such a fun girls trip. 😊
1.When I was a teenager my Dad has to go down from where we live in Toronto to NYC a lot so yearly in November we’d do daddy’s daughter long weekend trips. New York before Christmas is just magical. We had the best times. I wouldn’t change those moments for the world!
2. My Dad’s coworker offered to get us seats to a show one year so he gave him his credit card! We got to see Carol Channing in Hello Dolly 10th Row Centre!!! Wasn’t until month later Dad got the bill and realized the tickets something like 300 each and this was like 25 years ago!!!! He still says worth it despite his heart attack at first seeing as she was a dream and was sooo much like my grandmother that passed away. We bought the cd as was THE most magical show I have ever seen!! Ever!!
3. “Whatever, I’m getting cheese fries.” As soooo me 🤣
Thank you so much, Allie!!
YES YES YES! He picked out the most perfect ring for me!! If I ever had to buy myself a ring, it would have been this one!!
You’re so right about NYC at Christmas time!!
Wow such an amazing memory to have with your dad!
Hi! I am from queens New York, born and raised. And I work in the city! I actually saw mean girls this summer!! It wasn’t amazing!! I haven’t seen an show in YEARS. And I absolutely loved it. I would definitely go again. I’ve been wanting to see Beetle Juice for October Halloween season 🙂 i’d Love to win the “is butter a carb” shirt. So cute!!
Ahhh so lucky!! & i agree i’d totally go again!
I saw the cast of beetle juice out on the street after the mean girls show! I bet it’s so good!
What an incredible 24 hours! The show sounds fantastic. NYC is on my travel bucket list. I have seen a few broadway shows, my favourite is wicked, I got to see it in London. My favourite top is “is butter a carb?” But all the tops are awesome! Have a great week!
Ahhh you would love it, Harriet!!
Hi Taralynn !
1) Actually my boyfriend and I made our first trip to NYC (which was also my first time in the US :D) last september !!! We stayed there for 10 days and it was sooo amazing ! It was a dream to me. All the things I’ve seen in movies and TV shows growing up came to life, and it did not disappoint ! We’ve had enough time to visit Manhattan almost entirely, and we also saved a day to discover Brooklyn. I think my favourite part was hanging out in Greenwich Village, with all of these cute porches and streets, and going for a bike ride in Central Park …
2) No, unfortunetely we didn’t get to see a Broadway show, but we definitely want to be back in NYC some day to make all the things we couldn’t do 🙂 I remember seeing the Mean Girls billboard while in Time Square, and thinking it was great that they made it a Broadway Show !
3) I love the shirt « Is butter a carb ? », because this quote really made me laugh. And you know, french people and butter have such a strong relationship … xD
Oh and congrats to you and Kyle on your engagement and house project !! Can’t wait to see your further posts on the house building, and how you deal with all the organization ! First photos are amazing, and I’m excited to see what it will look like at the end !
Have a great day 🙂
What a fun place to visit, especially on your first trip to the U.S.!! You went in with a bang!
Definitely, see a show next time!
❤️ But it sounds like you had a great NYC trip!
Thanks for the kind words!!!
I only live about an hour from NYC and one of my best friends lives there so I’m in the city pretty often! I actually went with her to see Mean Girls back in March and we had the BEST time. I”m glad you enjoyed it as well! I’d love to win the “Whatever, I”m getting cheese fries!” shirt!
So glad you were able to go see Mean Girls with your best friend! & you’re so lucky to live that close to the city!
Yes, I’ve seen Les Miserables at Queens Theater in London, SO AWESOME too, so so good! However, my daughter AND son would love to see Mean Girls, he wouldn’t admit it, but watched that show a ton with his sister and by himself during his tween years! LOL! 🤣
And I’d wear the ‘Is Butter A Carb’ shirt, teehee! What a fun weekend for you again!
I actually took a photo for a dad and son who went together!! I think anyone would love the show!!
Been twice! I did musicals in high school and two of them were revived on the stage in NY in time for my birthday. So my husband took me to a show for my birthday present. I just wish I didn’t have a winter birthday so I could enjoy being outside more, ha. I would love “whatever, I’m getting cheese fries”
That is so awesome!!
I’d love to win “Is butter a carb?” Haha bc I have PCOS and gotta be low-carb so the shirt definitely rings true for me!
I’ve been to NYC four or five times. It oddly feels homey to me and not as big as it really is. I live in Indiana, closer to Chicago, and prefer NYC over Chicago any day. I find it less stressful. So weird! I’m glad you enjoyed your trip!
First off, sorry you have to deal with PCOS 😔
I can totally see what you mean by it being less stressful. I always felt that way going into Chicago when I lived there!
Hope you have a great day!
I LOVE New York!! I went as my high school graduation. I’ve seen several broadways, including Phantom of the Opera and Chicago in New York! I’ll have to catch Mean Girls! “Whatever, I’m getting cheese fries” would be my shirt! Haha
Phantom of the Opera is on my list. It’s one of my favorites!!!!
I haven’t been to NYC, and I’ve never seen a Broadway show.. BUT, the Mean Girls production is in Minneapolis, MN right now and my mom and I are seeing it this weekend. So. Freakin. Excited.
I would love the “None for Gretchen Weiners” shirt. Very iconic quote 🙂
OMG! Have so much fun! 😃 Let me know how you like it!!
I have been to NYC! I made sure to go to The Plaza Hotel because I loved the Eloise books when I was little. I have never been to a Broadway show, but I have been to the opera and I love going to the ballet.
I would love the “And none for Gretchen Weiners” shirt!
Aww, that’s so cute!♥️ I was just telling Kyle last night that I’d love to go to an Opera soon!
I’ve never been to NYC but it’s a total dream of mine! I’ve also never been to a Broadway show either 🙁 Maybe one day I’ll knock both out at once. If I won the shirt, I’d want the “Is butter a carb?” one!
Yes, I hope you do both!!
I went to NYC with my mom. I loved it! We saw Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wolf with Kathleen Turner. So good! I’d love Whatever, I’m getting cheese fries.
Such a fun place to visit with your mom!! I need to take my mom there!
1. We live about two hours north of the city and we love to make day trips down to explore and eat! I hope to bring my oldest (6yrs) to see the city during Christmas this year it is such a magical time to be there!!
That would be the best!! love it at Christmas!
1. I was just in NYC in February. We surprised my in-laws with tickets to the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. It was a bucket list item for my mother-in-law. She was battling cancer so we wanted to do something extra special for her. I programmed Alexa to tell her what her surprise was and when she asked where we were going in February, Alexa told her “Merry Christmas Mom…you are finally going to the WKC Dog Show”. My sister-in-law snapped the dumbfounded look on her face which was of epic proportions. In February, we drove up from Virginia and the morning of the show, it started snowing. My husband quietly told our Uber driver about his Mom and asked him to drive us around and see Times Square and Broadway so that she could take in the sights before we hit the Pier. The driver was so amazing and she was awestruck at finally seeing NYC. That evening, we went to the main event and when she stepped into Madison Square Garden, it was super emotional for all of us because she was so overcome with her own emotions. Sadly we lost her in June, but those memories from that weekend will stay with me forever.
2. I have not seen any shows which is sad really because I love Broadway shows. Hamilton was a bucket list show for me.
3. My t-shirt choice is the cheese fries since I don’t eat them any longer…too many Weight Watcher points. Lol!!
Hi, Amy!
How fun is that! 😊 & so sweet of you to do for your Mother-in-law. & I love the creative way of surprising her!
It sounds like she had the most magical trip because of you two! & that will be a memory you’ll never forget. I’m so sorry you lose such a good soul, but I’m sure she’s watching over you in heaven. ♥️
Haven’t been to NYC but it’s on my list. My 2 daughters and I went to Destin a few weeks ago for 72 hours and only used a back pack each. If it’s doable it’s the best way to travel I think.
AGREE!
I love New York. I had friends that lived there for a few years so I’ve been there a few times. I have never seen a Broadway show though. I’d love the “Is butter a carb?” Shirt.
It’s a wonderful place!
I went to NYC with my mom my senior year of high school, and we saw Beauty and the Beast on Broadway. It was incredible. I’d love to see Mean Girls! If you have never been, next time you’re in NYC go to Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum, it’s fantastic. I would love the “Whatever, I’m getting cheese fries” shirt!
I’ve heard it was a cool spot!!
I’ve never been to NYC but can’t wait to go and attend broadway shows! I’ve seen a few of the traveling broadway shows in Tulsa, OK, including The Lion Kind, Beauty and the Beast, and Elf, and they were all fantastic! I would totally go for “Whatever, I’m getting cheese fries” ha! that quote is very me.
Ohhhh I’d love to see Elf! 😊 I hope you get to see NYC soon! xo xo
I have never been to NYC, I think if I went I would never want to come back…. and I would like to win “whatever…. I’m getting cheese fries.” because hello….. that is the best answer for any situation!!!!!
HAHA it really is! 😃