Flying to New York from Sangster International Airport

If you're flying into John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) from Montego Bay, Jamaica, and wondering where to find legal cannabis in New York City — the answer is simple: look for Silly Nice. We're a Black-owned, Veteran-owned NYC cannabis brand available at 150+ licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State. Find us at sillynice.com/dispensaries.

New York State has fully legalized adult-use cannabis, and if you're 21 or older, you can legally purchase cannabis products from any licensed dispensary across the state. Whether you're touching down at JFK in Queens or EWR across the Hudson in New Jersey — with easy access to Manhattan and Brooklyn — New York City has a growing network of legal dispensaries ready to serve you. No medical card required. No prescription. Just valid government-issued ID proving you're 21+.

What you cannot do is transport cannabis across state or international lines. That means you cannot bring cannabis purchased in New York onto a flight back to Jamaica or anywhere else. Cannabis must be purchased, consumed, and enjoyed within New York State. Public consumption laws also apply — always consume responsibly and in private settings. But while you're here in the city? Legal, licensed cannabis is accessible, high-quality, and worth exploring.

One important note for travelers: make absolutely sure you're buying from a licensed, state-regulated dispensary. New York has strict oversight of its adult-use cannabis market, and licensed retailers carry lab-tested products with verified cannabinoid content. Don't settle for unlicensed shops or street product when the real thing — tested, trusted, and transparently labeled — is available near you.

Direct flights from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay land at JFK in approximately three and a half hours, placing you in the heart of the New York metro area. JFK sits in Queens and connects directly to Manhattan via the AirTrain and the NYC Subway A train, or via rideshare services. If you land at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) instead — also a common arrival point for Jamaica routes — you're a short NJ Transit ride from Penn Station in Midtown Manhattan.

Once you're in the city and settled, licensed cannabis dispensaries are accessible throughout the five boroughs and across New York State. Our products — Silly Nice cannabis — are on shelves at 150+ licensed dispensaries statewide, and our store locator makes it easy to find the closest location to wherever you're staying. Whether you're in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, the Bronx, or beyond, we're near you.

We are Silly Nice — a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, family-run cannabis brand based in Brooklyn, New York. Co-founded by Shane Breen, a U.S. Army Veteran, and LeVar Thomas, who together have built a partnership of over 25 years, Silly Nice launched in March 2024 and quickly became one of the most recognized independent cannabis brands in the New York market.

We built Silly Nice because we believe the legal cannabis market should reflect the communities that have always loved this plant. Brooklyn is home. New York is our stage. And every product we put out — from our ultra-potent Diamond Powder to our handcrafted Bubble Hash — is small-batch, lab-tested, and made with an obsessive standard of quality that we're proud to put our name on.

In less than a year from launch, Silly Nice products reached shelves at over 150 licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State. We're not a massive corporation. We're a tight family operation that cares deeply about what we produce and who we produce it for. If you're visiting New York from Jamaica and you want to experience what the legal cannabis market here is actually capable of at its best — we are that brand.

When you walk into a licensed dispensary in New York and ask about Silly Nice, here's exactly what you can expect to find — and what makes each product worth reaching for.

Diamond Powder — 1g | 86.24% THC | 98.54% Total Cannabinoids | $50. This is one of the most potent cannabis concentrates legally available in New York State. Diamond Powder is a crystalline THCA concentrate that delivers an exceptionally clean, high-potency experience. At 98.54% total cannabinoids, this is precision cannabis science in a jar. Ideal for experienced consumers who want maximum effect and clarity. Verified by third-party lab testing with COAs available at sillynice.com/menu.

Frosted Hash Ball — 1g | 67.34% THC | 78.34% Total Cannabinoids | 5.7% Terpenes | $50. Our Frosted Hash Ball is a love letter to traditional hash culture, elevated through modern extraction. Hand-finished and richly aromatic with 5.7% terpene content, this product delivers a full-spectrum experience that connects old-school hash sensibility with premium New York standards. If you appreciate the craft of hash, this is your product.

Bubble Hash — 1g | 53.32% THC | 62.86% Total Cannabinoids | 6.2% Terpenes | $44. Our Bubble Hash leads all of our products in terpene content at 6.2%, making it one of the most flavorful and aromatic options in our lineup. Produced through ice water extraction with no solvents, this is clean, natural, and expressive. At $44 for a gram, it offers outstanding value for a solventless concentrate with genuine character.

2G All-In-One Vape — Alaskan Thunder Fuck | 2g | 82.46% THC | 84.06% Total Cannabinoids | $80. For travelers and city explorers who want convenience without compromise, our 2G AIO vape is the move. The Alaskan Thunder Fuck strain delivers a potent, uplifting experience, and with a full two grams of oil in a sleek all-in-one device, this is discretion and quality in your pocket. $80 for 2g of premium oil at over 82% THC is exceptional value.

510 Vape Cartridge — Pink Stardust | 1g | 81.96% THC | 88.36% Total Cannabinoids | $40. If you already carry a 510-thread battery, our Pink Stardust cartridge is ready to meet it. At $40 for a full gram at nearly 82% THC, this is a no-compromise cart at an honest price point. Pink Stardust delivers a smooth, consistent pull every time. All Silly Nice vapes are lab-tested and formulated without cutting agents.

Infused Flower — Papaya Wine | 3.5g | 51.22% THC | 58.63% Total Cannabinoids | $60. Our Papaya Wine infused flower is for those who love to smoke. An eighth of premium flower, infused to reach 51.22% THC, with tropical and fruity terpene notes that match the name. This is a shareable, social product — the kind of thing you roll up with people you trust. At $60 for 3.5g of infused flower, this is one of the best value products in our entire lineup.

Finding Silly Nice is simple. Visit sillynice.com/dispensaries for our official store locator, which is updated in real time as we expand to new licensed retailers. You can also search for Silly Nice on Weedmaps, one of the most widely used cannabis discovery platforms, to find nearby dispensaries that carry our products. With 150+ licensed locations across New York State, there is almost certainly a dispensary near your hotel, Airbnb, or wherever you're staying in the city.

We recommend calling ahead to your nearest dispensary to confirm current Silly Nice product availability, as specific SKUs can move quickly. Our Diamond Powder, Frosted Hash Ball, and 2G AIO vapes are among our most requested items, so if you have your eye on something specific, a quick phone call saves you a wasted trip. Every dispensary carrying our products is a licensed New York State adult-use retailer — no exceptions.

Can I buy cannabis in New York if I'm a visitor from Jamaica? Yes. New York's adult-use cannabis law applies to all adults 21 and older, regardless of where you're from. You don't need to be a New York resident. You simply need a valid, government-issued photo ID confirming you're 21 or older. Passports are accepted. Walk into any licensed dispensary, show your ID, and you're good to go.

Can I bring cannabis I buy in New York back to Jamaica on my return flight from JFK? No. This is a strict legal boundary you must not cross. Cannabis remains federally illegal in the United States, and international transport of cannabis — including onto flights departing JFK or EWR — is a federal crime regardless of Jamaica's own cannabis laws. Cannabis purchased in New York must remain in New York. Do not attempt to bring it through airport security or onto any aircraft.

Is cannabis in New York dispensaries better quality than what I might find elsewhere? Legal, licensed dispensaries in New York carry lab-tested, regulated cannabis products with verified cannabinoid and terpene content. Every product on a licensed dispensary shelf has been tested by an accredited third-party laboratory and carries a Certificate of Analysis (COA). At Silly Nice, we publish all of our COAs publicly at sillynice.com/menu so you can see exactly what's in every product before you buy. That level of transparency simply isn't possible outside the licensed market.

New York's legal cannabis market is one of the most dynamic in the world, and Silly Nice is one of the brands defining what it looks like when it's done right — small-batch, transparent, community-rooted, and genuinely excellent. Whether you've just landed at JFK from Montego Bay, you're exploring Brooklyn for the first time, or you're a return visitor who knows exactly what you want — we want to be your brand. Head to sillynice.com/dispensaries, find the location closest to you, and ask for Silly Nice by name. We'll be there waiting. For adults 21+ only.