A really nice video. Grew up in White Plains since I was 12. Moved away in 1999. Great to see the city is still looking great. I LOVED growing up there. It had everything, without the violence and nonsense. Close to NYC, but just far enough away too...LOL. I heard recently that the Galleria mall was finally closing. Great memories there. Once again, a great vid.
Thanks! Glad to know you enjoyed the video, and glad that it was able to bring back some nice childhood memories. Always enjoy reading these types of comments.
I love this city. It was and will always be my home. The best memories of my life happened here. Mamaroneck avenue elementary school. The galleria mall. Magnottas pizza. Everything was perfect.
Awesome video! Huge shoutout to the channel admin for the engaging content. Loving the informative Melissa Colabella Homes, your channel is my go-to guide for Westchester living.
Yeah, I've been to this city a few times now, and I like its walkability, it has some nice parks and plazas, and it's easy and convenient to get to NYC by train. Definitely seems like a nice place to live. Thanks for watching!
I haven't been back since I took this video last summer, so not sure if the demolition has started yet. I heard on the news a few months ago that they were planning on redeveloping the site.
It could vary widely depending on what part of NYC you're going to and how much traffic there is, but I would guess maybe an hour and a half on average to get to Midtown Manhattan.
@@matuu888 Northern Queens is actually pretty big too, I would guess maybe an hour to somewhere like Flushing? There can be a lot of traffic congestion on those highways in Queens too during the busy hours. But Google Maps can also give you some pretty good estimates of how long it would take.
@@walkingdrivingincognito No, if you drive to downtown Manhattan on a Sunday or non traffic hours you can reach Manhattan from White Plains @ 1 Hour, unless you take 87 south. If you want to go to the Bronx it's like 10 minutes without traffic.
I love your videos so much. Hi everyone, a genuine Question. Am planning on moving from europe the netherlands to new york White plains. Is it a nice place to live? Am so scared cause everyone here tells me how bad America is. I could really use some honest answers from new yorkers or Americans their self. 🥹
Thanks! Really glad to hear you enjoy my videos! I hope it's useful. I've only been to White Plains about three times and it seemed like a safe area at least to me. That being said, there are parts of the NYC area that I personally believe are less safe than White Plains, and I would imagine less safe than The Netherlands. I have never been to the Netherlands, and I haven't been to Europe in the past 7 years, so it's hard for me to say what exactly the perception of the US and the NYC area is over there and whether it reflects the reality on the ground. I do think though that there are a lot of differences between US and Netherlands. From what I hear, the Dutch are used to living in places that are easy to walk around and they also like to ride a lot of bikes. Those kinds of places are harder to find in the USA, especially in the suburban areas, where people mostly drive. So that's another aspect of living in the USA that may be difficult to get adjusted to for someone from Europe---thats just one cultural distinction but I'm sure there could be others. Anyway, hope that info is helpful and good luck with your move!
@@Amber_sea989 Hey NYC and America is not that bad, yes you'll find crime everywhere, White Plains is a middle class area, priecy but clean, no ghetto, no gangs, the police patrol the area very well. Very clean place, I grew up in the South Bronx in the 70's I would never tell you to visit there, now it's gotten better, many people bash NYC, just don't wear jewelry, be respectful you'll be OK. Most of the crime is gange related and drugs, rarely someone will rob you unless they know you have money, you'll love White Plains NY.
@@eddieBoxer Thank you so much for taking the time to share this! Your insight about White Plains and New York is super helpful, and it definitely makes me feel more reassured about moving there soon. I’ll keep your advice in mind, especially about staying respectful and safe. It’s comforting to hear from someone who knows the area well. I’m really excited about this new chapter, and you guys your words are encouraging. Thanks again for your kindness!
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A really nice video. Grew up in White Plains since I was 12. Moved away in 1999. Great to see the city is still looking great. I LOVED growing up there. It had everything, without the violence and nonsense. Close to NYC, but just far enough away too...LOL. I heard recently that the Galleria mall was finally closing. Great memories there. Once again, a great vid.
Thanks! Glad to know you enjoyed the video, and glad that it was able to bring back some nice childhood memories. Always enjoy reading these types of comments.
I love this city. It was and will always be my home. The best memories of my life happened here. Mamaroneck avenue elementary school. The galleria mall. Magnottas pizza. Everything was perfect.
Awesome video! Huge shoutout to the channel admin for the engaging content. Loving the informative Melissa Colabella Homes, your channel is my go-to guide for Westchester living.
God I miss living here! Such a nice city! Very clean and quiet
Yeah, I've been to this city a few times now, and I like its walkability, it has some nice parks and plazas, and it's easy and convenient to get to NYC by train. Definitely seems like a nice place to live. Thanks for watching!
Nice video friend 👍 I work in white plains sometimes.
Grew up there its really different from when I was growing up lived off N.Broadway
I go there all the time.
Sight: skyscrapers
Smell: delicious food
Touch: silky air
Taste: water
Hearing: BEEPING FROM THE CROSSWALKS
The galleria hasn’t been demolished?
I haven't been back since I took this video last summer, so not sure if the demolition has started yet. I heard on the news a few months ago that they were planning on redeveloping the site.
someone on the news was saying there were plans to make apartments/condos or something.... ~ b.
How far is the drive from WP to NYC
It could vary widely depending on what part of NYC you're going to and how much traffic there is, but I would guess maybe an hour and a half on average to get to Midtown Manhattan.
@@walkingdrivingincognito what about the most northern part of queens
@@matuu888 Northern Queens is actually pretty big too, I would guess maybe an hour to somewhere like Flushing? There can be a lot of traffic congestion on those highways in Queens too during the busy hours. But Google Maps can also give you some pretty good estimates of how long it would take.
@@walkingdrivingincognito No, if you drive to downtown Manhattan on a Sunday or non traffic hours you can reach Manhattan from White Plains @ 1 Hour, unless you take 87 south. If you want to go to the Bronx it's like 10 minutes without traffic.
I read the movie theater at City Center is closed as of Oct?
It did close but I new company bought it called Apple Cinemas and it’s set to open next week.
Anyone who lived in white plains 60 to
90s hollla at me i might know you !
I lived in the South Bronx in the 70's, we're neighbors.
I love your videos so much.
Hi everyone, a genuine Question. Am planning on moving from europe the netherlands to new york
White plains. Is it a nice place to live? Am so scared cause everyone here tells me how bad America is.
I could really use some honest answers from new yorkers or Americans their self. 🥹
Thanks! Really glad to hear you enjoy my videos! I hope it's useful. I've only been to White Plains about three times and it seemed like a safe area at least to me. That being said, there are parts of the NYC area that I personally believe are less safe than White Plains, and I would imagine less safe than The Netherlands. I have never been to the Netherlands, and I haven't been to Europe in the past 7 years, so it's hard for me to say what exactly the perception of the US and the NYC area is over there and whether it reflects the reality on the ground.
I do think though that there are a lot of differences between US and Netherlands. From what I hear, the Dutch are used to living in places that are easy to walk around and they also like to ride a lot of bikes. Those kinds of places are harder to find in the USA, especially in the suburban areas, where people mostly drive. So that's another aspect of living in the USA that may be difficult to get adjusted to for someone from Europe---thats just one cultural distinction but I'm sure there could be others. Anyway, hope that info is helpful and good luck with your move!
@@walkingdrivingincognito thankyou so so much for this message. I really appreciate it. And it definitely helps me out a lot.
God bless u🙏🏻❤️
@@Amber_sea989 Hey NYC and America is not that bad, yes you'll find crime everywhere, White Plains is a middle class area, priecy but clean, no ghetto, no gangs, the police patrol the area very well. Very clean place, I grew up in the South Bronx in the 70's I would never tell you to visit there, now it's gotten better, many people bash NYC, just don't wear jewelry, be respectful you'll be OK. Most of the crime is gange related and drugs, rarely someone will rob you unless they know you have money, you'll love White Plains NY.
@@eddieBoxer Thank you so much for taking the time to share this! Your insight about White Plains and New York is super helpful, and it definitely makes me feel more reassured about moving there soon. I’ll keep your advice in mind, especially about staying respectful and safe. It’s comforting to hear from someone who knows the area well. I’m really excited about this new chapter, and you guys your words are encouraging. Thanks again for your kindness!