Flying to New York from Punta Cana International Airport

If you just landed at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) and you're wondering where to find the best legal cannabis in New York City, the answer is simple: look for Silly Nice. We're a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned cannabis brand available at 150+ licensed New York dispensaries statewide — and we're exactly what you've been waiting for.

New York State has fully legalized adult-use cannabis, and the rules are straightforward. If you're 21 years of age or older, you can legally purchase cannabis products — including flower, concentrates, vapes, and hash — from any licensed adult-use dispensary in the state. You don't need a medical card. You don't need to be a New York resident. You just need a valid government-issued ID proving you're 21 or older.

What you cannot do is bring cannabis into New York from another country — including the Dominican Republic. Cannabis remains federally controlled in the United States, and international travelers are subject to federal customs law at all ports of entry. Do not attempt to travel with cannabis across international borders. The good news? Once you've cleared customs and you're legally in New York City, you have access to some of the best legal cannabis products in the country. That's where we come in.

Licensed dispensaries in New York are regulated by the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM). Every product on a licensed dispensary shelf has been lab-tested, properly labeled, and approved for legal sale. Always buy from a licensed shop. Unlicensed cannabis sellers — street vendors, smoke shops selling untested products, pop-up carts — are not regulated and carry real legal and health risks. Protect yourself and shop licensed every single time.

Direct flights from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) land at JFK in Queens, New York, with flight times averaging approximately three and a half hours. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), located just across the Hudson River in New Jersey, also receives arrivals from the Caribbean and connects quickly to Manhattan by train or car. Whether you land at JFK or EWR, you're within close reach of dozens of licensed dispensaries carrying Silly Nice products.

From JFK, you can take the AirTrain to the Jamaica or Howard Beach subway stations and connect into Brooklyn, Manhattan, or Queens within 45 minutes. From EWR, the NJ Transit Newark Airport Express connects to Penn Station in Midtown Manhattan in under 30 minutes. Both airports put you in the heart of New York City fast — and our products are distributed across the five boroughs and beyond. From the moment you touch down and clear customs, great legal cannabis is never far away.

We are Silly Nice — and we built this brand from the ground up right here in Brooklyn, New York. Co-founders Shane Breen, a U.S. Army Veteran, and LeVar Thomas have been partners for over 25 years. Together, we launched Silly Nice in March 2024 with one mission: to bring premium, small-batch cannabis to New York in a way that reflects the culture, the craft, and the community we love.

Silly Nice is proudly Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, and family-run. We didn't come into this industry to be a corporate brand. We came to do the work differently — with intention, with transparency, and with products we're genuinely proud to put our names on. Since launching in 2024, we've grown to over 150 licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State, and every batch we produce is small-batch crafted and lab-tested for quality, potency, and purity.

When you're visiting New York — whether you're here for a weekend, a vacation, or you've just touched down from Punta Cana — we want you to experience the best that NYC cannabis culture has to offer. That's what Silly Nice was built for. Our Certificates of Analysis (COAs) are publicly available at sillynice.com/menu so you always know exactly what you're getting. No guesswork. No gimmicks. Just real product, real people, real Brooklyn.

We make concentrates, hash, vapes, and infused flower — all small-batch, all lab-tested, all built for people who take their cannabis seriously. Here's what to ask for when you walk into a licensed dispensary carrying Silly Nice.

Diamond Powder — 1g | 86.24% THC | 98.54% Total Cannabinoids | $50. This is one of the most potent products we make. Diamond Powder is a crystalline THC concentrate that clocks in at 86.24% THC with an extraordinary 98.54% total cannabinoid content. A little goes a very long way. It's designed for experienced cannabis consumers who want maximum potency and versatility — use it to top flower, mix it into a bowl, or dab it on its own. If you're looking for something truly premium to bring your New York cannabis experience to another level, Diamond Powder is it.

Frosted Hash Ball — 1g | 67.34% THC | 78.34% Total Cannabinoids | 5.7% Terpenes | $50. Our Frosted Hash Ball is handcrafted, terpene-rich, and deeply aromatic. At 67.34% THC, 78.34% total cannabinoids, and a terpene content of 5.7%, this is hash the way it's supposed to be made — with care, with craft, and with serious flavor. Crumble it, slice it, or warm it — however you enjoy hash, this one is built to impress. It's become one of our most talked-about products for a reason.

Bubble Hash — 1g | 53.32% THC | 62.86% Total Cannabinoids | 6.2% Terpenes | $44. Our Bubble Hash is ice-water extracted, full-spectrum, and packed with 6.2% terpenes — the highest terpene content of any product in our lineup. At 53.32% THC and 62.86% total cannabinoids, it delivers a rich, full-bodied experience with incredible flavor complexity. If you want to taste the plant and feel every dimension of the effect, Bubble Hash at $44 is one of the best values in our entire catalog.

510 Vape Cartridge — Pink Stardust | 1g | 81.96% THC | 88.36% Total Cannabinoids | $40. If you're looking for something discreet, convenient, and absolutely loaded with potency, our Pink Stardust 510 vape cartridge is exactly what you need. At 81.96% THC and 88.36% total cannabinoids in a clean 1-gram cart, Pink Stardust is smooth, flavorful, and hits hard. It fits any standard 510-thread battery. At $40, it's one of the most accessible high-potency vapes in the New York market right now.

2G All-In-One Vape — Alaskan Thunder Fuck | 2g | 82.46% THC | 84.06% Total Cannabinoids | $80. For travelers who want a self-contained, high-potency disposable vape, our 2-gram All-In-One in Alaskan Thunder Fuck is the move. No battery needed, no cartridge to swap — just 2 full grams of 82.46% THC vapor ready to go. At $80 for 2g, the value is real. This is a flagship product in our lineup for a reason.

Infused Flower — Papaya Wine | 3.5g | 51.22% THC | 58.63% Total Cannabinoids | $60. Our Papaya Wine Infused Flower brings the classic cannabis flower experience to a whole new potency tier. At 51.22% THC and 58.63% total cannabinoids in a 3.5g pack, this is premium flower infused with concentrate for an elevated, longer-lasting experience. The Papaya Wine terpene profile is tropical, smooth, and unmistakably New York. It's a perfect introduction to Silly Nice for new customers and a regular staple for our loyal ones.

We're available at more than 150 licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State — in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Long Island, and beyond. Whether you're staying near JFK in Queens, heading into Midtown Manhattan, or landing at EWR and heading to the Jersey City or Newark area before crossing into New York, you're likely within a short ride of a dispensary carrying our products.

The easiest way to find us is to visit sillynice.com/dispensaries — our full store locator lists every licensed dispensary currently carrying Silly Nice products, updated regularly. You can also find us on Weedmaps by searching 'Silly Nice' to see real-time dispensary availability near your location. Always call ahead to confirm the specific products you want are in stock — availability can vary by location.

Can I bring cannabis from the Dominican Republic to New York? Absolutely not. Cannabis is not legal federally in the United States and is prohibited from being brought across any international border — including from the Dominican Republic to New York. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforces federal law at all ports of entry, including JFK and EWR. Attempting to bring any cannabis product through international customs — regardless of how it is packaged or concealed — is a federal offense. Once you are legally in New York State, you may purchase cannabis lawfully from any licensed adult-use dispensary if you are 21 or older.

Is cannabis legal in the Dominican Republic? No. Cannabis is not legal for recreational or adult-use purposes in the Dominican Republic. Possession and use carry serious legal penalties under Dominican law. We strongly advise travelers to be fully aware of and compliant with all laws in every jurisdiction they visit.

I'm visiting New York from Punta Cana — can I legally buy cannabis as a tourist? Yes. New York's adult-use cannabis law applies to all adults 21 and older regardless of residency or citizenship. As long as you present a valid government-issued photo ID confirming you are 21 or older, you may purchase cannabis from any licensed adult-use dispensary in New York State. You do not need to be a New York resident. Tourists and visitors are welcome at all licensed dispensaries. Just remember: cannabis purchased in New York must be consumed in New York and may not be transported across state or international borders.

From the moment your flight from Punta Cana touches down at JFK or EWR, New York City is yours to explore — and if legal cannabis is part of that experience, we want Silly Nice to be the brand you reach for. We built this company in Brooklyn with 25 years of partnership, a commitment to quality, and a deep respect for the community and culture that cannabis belongs to. Every product we make is lab-tested, small-batch, and available right now at licensed dispensaries across the five boroughs. Visit sillynice.com/dispensaries to find the closest location to you, and come find us. We'll be here.