13 Reasons Why People From New York Are The Best Kind Of People You’ll Ever Meet

There's something about being a New Yorker that makes out-of-towners be able to spot us from a mile away. But don't worry, we're not complaining! We know there's something extra special about us. Here to celebrate all the reasons why you should love the New Yorker in your life, here's a list of reasons why residents of the Empire State are the absolute best.

1. We're a loyal and dedicated bunch.

No matter what, we always stand by our teams! You can count on us to still be tailgating and sitting in the stands even through New York's frigid weather.

2. We always take the scenic way home.

Most of us living in New York aren't in a huge rush, so we always love to take the scenic way home when it's possible.

3. We know how to have a good time.

Some states may be full of residents who are focused relaxing, but New Yorkers can proudly say that we know how to have a good time. We love enjoying the excitement of our variety of festivals and fun events that are always going on.

4. We love to get outdoors.

In every region of New York you can find amazing outdoor spaces and activities that are worth exploring. With so many beautiful places to explore all around us, it's impossible not to love the outdoors.

5. We have great taste in food.

Utica Greens, Garbage Plates, Spiedies, Pizza and Wings, must we go on? New Yorkers know how to whip up a good meal and where the best places to eat are.

6. We know where all the best secret spots are.

It's amazing the things you can find on the internet nowadays, but something you won't always be able to find? The most beautiful, amazing secret spots that only New Yorkers know about because we've lived here for so long.

7. We go big for the holidays.

While we can't speak for everyone, most New Yorkers love having an excuse to go all out for something. Whether you enjoy decorating your home with amazing displays or enjoy creating the craziest Easter egg hunt, we like to embrace the holidays!

8. We'll never forget the good old days.

New Yorkers enjoy keeping the nostalgia alive in places like our general stores that have been open for ages, drive-in restaurants and movie theaters and long-standing businesses that make us feel like a kid again.

9. We're the best kind of neighbors to have.

Contrary to what you may have heard, New Yorkers are quite friendly and are always willing to lend a helping hand.

10. We like to live on the wild side.

We aren't afraid to do things that might ordinarily scare the average person! Ask us to jump into a freezing cold lake or explore the highest zipline in North America? No problem, that's a piece of cake to us.

11. We appreciate local products.

New Yorkers would much rather get their shopping done at the local farmers market or dine at one of our favorite farm-to-table restaurants that we have the pleasure of having in our home state.

12. We know how to deal with harsh weather and how to make the best of a bad situation.

Horrendous snow storms won't stop us from having a good time!

13. We appreciate nothing more than our small towns and the people within them.

Our small towns are the heart of New York.

What do you think makes us the best kind of people? To find out more about why we love our small towns, read these 10 Things That Make People From Small Town New York The Best People!