Escape Goat
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I really would love to visit New York some day. It is indeed romanticized, or maybe that's the wrong word, it is certainly the most well known city. My american friend once told me that besides San Francisco and New York there isn't really a lot of good places to visit in the US.
Your friend needs to travel more. Every city has its own charm and historical significance. Chicago is a city where I find new stuff to see and do every time I go. I'm not sure what your friend considers "good places" but theres more than New York and San Fran!