1. When visiting any new places you need to research all the restaurants and services you want to actually do before actually being in that city since so many places will say they’re gluten free but not actually follow-through/understand what cross-contamination is.  So definitely research and make sure you call ahead to see if they will have the options you want when eating out.
2. Reservations are necessary at 95% of the Gluten Free restaurants in New York City. So unless its a very small place (which means you need to get there at least 30 minutes before you want to eat or 1 hour during a holiday weekend) make sure you call ahead (at least a week and make a reservation).
3. Scout out the areas you will be visiting during your trip so you know exactly where you want to eat and if possible meet with a travel expert for that city online before you go away so you can make a full itinerary!  Some of my favourite areas to show people in New York City are the Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Union Square, and the West Village! 
4. If traveling with children make sure you are scouting out family atmospheres so they will not get bored while you are away.  I always recommend some of the major attractions with kid friendly options!  Gluten Free Ice Cream, Broadway show/MET visit, Stop at the Nintendo Store, Gluten Free Pizza, and Indoor playground anyone?  
5. Make sure you know how many public transportation rides you will be needing when visiting specific places since you can’t get everywhere by walking (it would take a really long time to walk from Union Square to the Upper East side). 

No matter who you’re traveling with to ensure you have a GREAT time, make sure to plan ahead.  

When visiting New York City make sure to stop at these 2 places to buy your Gluten Free Essentials:

 1. Westerly Market located at 911 8th Avenue, 2. Fairway (various throughout the city with a HUGE Gluten Free section), and 3. G-Free NYC located at 77 West 85th Street.