HIPPIE
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She is a free spirit with a curious soul. Rejecting the conventional and welcoming the holistic, she yearns to experience ancient cultural traditions and discover alternative therapies. All in the name of harmony, balance and wellness!
MONTAUK SALT CAVE
Halotherapy (aka salt therapy) is an alternative treatment whereby guests lie inside a salt cave and breathe in negatively-charged, ionized salt particles. The result? Complete peace and serenity for the mind, body and soul. Oh, and did we mention all you have to do is breathe? Count us in!
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WASHITSU
Standing in bustling Union Square, you may find it hard to believe you are just steps away from New York’s most authentic Japanese Tea House but it’s this speakeasy vibe that we love about Washitsu! Discover the serenity of this secret haven for yourself whilst experiencing Japanese culture through a traditional tea ceremony. Minimalists will also dig the design!
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DIVYA’S KITCHEN
One of the healthiest restaurants in New York AND one of the tastiest?! We’re calling it! This vegetarian restaurant operates on the ancient Ayurvedic belief that food can restore our innate ability for healing. Flavorful food that leaves you feeling truly nourished from the inside… Save us a seat!
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KOLLECTIV
In the heart of Manhattan’s East Village, a mecca for artists and hippies in the ‘60s, lives this urban retreat center. With a focus on restoring mental, physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing, the center is home to a plant-based café, herbal counter, healing therapies and seasonal wellness events that will have you floating out of there feeling like the Zen goddess you always wanted to be!
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THE CHAI SPOT
This cozy, colorful spot is providing opportunities for women in Pakistan one delicious cup of spicy Chai at a time. Founders, David, an Italian-American born in Los Angeles and Khalida, a woman from the Balochistan region of Pakistan, are no strangers to judgement and bias, and now work tirelessly to promote peace, acceptance and unity across communities. Gather your friends and head to Mott Street for #peaceloveandchai
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GITANO JUNGLE ROOM
Imported from the tropical shores of Tulum, Mexico, the Gitano Jungle Room brings the jungle vibes to the James Hotel in SoHo. The only thing more photogenic than the lush cabana-style décor is the beautifully crafted drinks. Try the summer version called Gitano Garden of Love, a tropical garden in the heart of SoHo.
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WAYLA
Dine al fresco in the beautiful back patio of Wayla – a restaurant serving fresh homestyle Thai food. Inspired by the markets of Bangkok, this ingredient focused restaurant is a little-known gem with a hidden-treasure air about it. Be sure to hurry – after tasting the food, something tells us it won’t stay a secret for long!
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