Scott Murray
Travel Writer & Logistics Expert
San Diego, CA
The Traveler Who Keeps Coming Back
Travel has always been my escape from the rat race — and honestly, I enjoy the planning almost as much as being there. Researching destinations, mapping routes, finding that perfect hidden spot. I got my first passport in 2002 and have since explored 40+ countries across multiple continents.
New York captivated me with its diversity. From the towering skyline of Manhattan to the artsy streets of Brooklyn, from world-class museums to the untamed wilderness of the Adirondacks — it's a state that rewards every return trip with something new.
From exploring every corner of New York State to discovering the quiet beauty of the Finger Lakes, from a perfect slice of pizza in the Village to watching the fall foliage blaze through the Hudson Valley — each trip has deepened my appreciation for this incredible state.
I'm not a travel blogger. I work in healthcare IT. But New York keeps pulling me back, and I finally decided to put everything I've learned into something useful — a site with honest prices, video content from places I've actually been, and an AI trip planner that builds real itineraries.
It's the resource I wished existed when I started planning my first trip to New York.
Why You Can Trust Scott's Advice
- 40+ countries traveled with deep experience across Asia, Europe, and the Americas
- Multiple trips across New York — from the city to the Adirondacks
- Extensive experience with train travel, road trips, and New York's diverse regions
- Deep knowledge of New York food — from dollar pizza to fine dining, bagels to farm-to-table
- Based in San Diego, CA — healthcare IT professional by day
- New York travel obsessive by every other waking moment
What Scott Covers
Subway navigation, train routes, road trip planning, and the transport details that turn a trip from stressful to seamless.
Real prices in USD from trips I actually took. Daily budgets, hotel costs, food prices, and activity fees.
Destination videos from the places I've been — neighborhoods, parks, landmarks, and scenic drives.
Best times to visit, seasonal tips, MetroCard, and the nuts-and-bolts details guidebooks skip.