Flying to New York from Cibao International Airport

If you're flying into John F. Kennedy International Airport and wondering where to find legal cannabis in New York City, the answer is simple: walk into any of the 150+ licensed adult-use dispensaries statewide carrying Silly Nice — a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned brand built right here in Brooklyn, NYC. You must be 21 or older to purchase. No prescription needed. Just a valid ID.

New York State fully legalized adult-use cannabis in 2021, and since then, licensed dispensaries have opened across the five boroughs and beyond. If you're visiting from the Dominican Republic — flying in from Cibao International Airport (STI) in Santiago — you're landing in one of the most cannabis-progressive states in the country. Here's what matters: you must be 21 years of age or older to purchase cannabis products. You must buy from a licensed, state-authorized dispensary. Purchasing from unlicensed shops or street sellers is not only illegal — it puts your health at risk because those products are not lab-tested or regulated. As a brand, we believe strongly in the legal framework New York has built. It protects consumers, supports small businesses, and creates real economic opportunity for communities that were historically harmed by cannabis prohibition. Every Silly Nice product you find at a licensed dispensary comes with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), meaning it's been independently lab-tested for potency, purity, and safety. You can verify every COA at sillynice.com/menu. When you buy legal, you buy with confidence.

Direct and connecting flights from Cibao International Airport (STI) in Santiago, Dominican Republic bring thousands of travelers into New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) regularly. JFK is located in Queens, New York — and from there, you have multiple ways to get into the city. The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway system, getting you into Manhattan in roughly 45 to 60 minutes. Car services, rideshares, and taxis are also widely available. Whether you're staying in Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, the Bronx, or Staten Island — you are close to a licensed dispensary carrying Silly Nice products. Our brand is intentionally distributed across all five boroughs and upstate, so no matter where your travel plans take you inside New York State, we're likely just a few minutes away. Use our store locator at sillynice.com/dispensaries to find the nearest licensed retailer the moment you land and settle in. We want your first New York cannabis experience to be the right one — legal, quality-tested, and worth remembering.

We are Silly Nice — founded in March 2024 by co-founders Shane Breen, a U.S. Army Veteran, and LeVar Thomas, partners for over 25 years. We built this brand out of Brooklyn, New York, with a clear mission: deliver small-batch, premium cannabis products that are honest about what's inside, sustainably packaged, and made for people who actually care about quality. Silly Nice is Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, and family-run. Those aren't just labels to us — they're the foundation of everything we do. In less than a year since launching, we've grown to more than 150 licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State. That growth didn't come from a massive corporate budget. It came from making products that earn repeat customers — people who try Silly Nice once and come back because the quality speaks for itself. If you're a traveler from the Dominican Republic arriving at JFK and curious about what New York's cannabis culture has to offer, we want Silly Nice to be your introduction. We're not the biggest name yet. But we might just be the best product on the shelf.

When you walk into a licensed NYC dispensary and ask for Silly Nice, here's exactly what you should know about our lineup. Every product is small-batch crafted, independently lab-tested, and packaged sustainably.

Diamond Powder — 1 gram | 86.24% THC | 98.54% Total Cannabinoids | $50. This is one of our most talked-about products. Diamond Powder is a crystalline cannabis concentrate with an extraordinarily high cannabinoid profile — 98.54% total cannabinoids. It's incredibly versatile: sprinkle it on flower, press it into your bowl, or use it in a dab rig. This is for experienced cannabis consumers who want maximum potency and purity in every session.

Frosted Hash Ball — 1 gram | 67.34% THC | 78.34% Total Cannabinoids | 5.7% Terpenes | $50. Our Frosted Hash Ball is a handcrafted, artisanal concentrate that delivers both potency and flavor. With 5.7% terpenes, the aromatic experience is as impressive as the effect. This is a product that hash enthusiasts and curious newcomers to concentrates both gravitate toward. It's a true centerpiece product — something you'd break out on a special evening in NYC.

Bubble Hash — 1 gram | 53.32% THC | 62.86% Total Cannabinoids | 6.2% Terpenes | $44. Our Bubble Hash is solventless, meaning it's made using only water, ice, and agitation — no chemical solvents. The result is a clean, full-spectrum concentrate with 6.2% terpenes — the highest terpene content in our hash lineup. If you're someone who values the full cannabis experience — flavor, aroma, and effect together — Bubble Hash is the one to try. At $44, it's also the most accessible price point in our concentrate range.

510 Vape — Pink Stardust | 1 gram | 81.96% THC | 88.36% Total Cannabinoids | $40. For travelers who prefer a portable, discreet option, our Pink Stardust 510 thread vape cartridge is one of the best-selling products we make. At $40 for a full gram at 81.96% THC, it delivers serious potency in a sleek, easy-to-use format. It's compatible with any standard 510-thread battery. Whether you're unwinding in your hotel room or exploring Brooklyn's neighborhoods, this vape pairs with the NYC experience.

2G All-In-One Vape — Alaskan Thunder Fuck | 2 grams | 82.46% THC | 84.06% Total Cannabinoids | $80. Our 2-gram All-In-One disposable vape is built for people who don't want to worry about batteries, carts, or accessories. Alaskan Thunder Fuck is a legendary strain name that matches a legendary product. At $80 for two full grams, it's one of the best values in our catalog — and with 82.46% THC, it goes the distance.

Infused Flower — Papaya Wine | 3.5 grams | 51.22% THC | 58.63% Total Cannabinoids | $60. If you prefer traditional flower, our Papaya Wine Infused Flower brings premium indoor bud infused with concentrate for an elevated experience. At 51.22% THC in 3.5 grams, this is a step above standard flower in potency and complexity. The Papaya Wine flavor profile is tropical, smooth, and distinctly New York in its character.

Finding Silly Nice is simple. We are available at 150+ licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State. To find the closest location to wherever you're staying — whether that's Queens near JFK, Brooklyn, Manhattan's Lower East Side, Harlem, the Bronx, or Staten Island — visit our official store locator at sillynice.com/dispensaries. You can also find us listed on Weedmaps, where you can search by your current location and filter for Silly Nice products. Always confirm with the dispensary that the specific product you want is in stock before visiting, as inventory rotates. Our menu with full lab-tested COAs is always available at sillynice.com/menu. We keep it transparent because we believe you deserve to know exactly what you're consuming. Never buy cannabis from an unlicensed source in NYC — not for legal reasons alone, but because unlicensed products have no testing requirements and no accountability. Protect yourself. Buy legal. Buy Silly Nice.

Q: Can I bring cannabis from New York back to the Dominican Republic? Absolutely not — and we want to be direct about this. Cannabis is federally illegal in the United States, which means it cannot legally cross any international border, including back to the Dominican Republic. Do not attempt to transport cannabis through any airport, including JFK or STI. Cannabis purchased in New York is intended for adult use within New York State only. This article is intended to help travelers find legal cannabis during their time in New York City — not to encourage any behavior that violates federal law or international regulations.

Q: Is it safe to walk into a dispensary in New York as a foreign visitor or tourist? Yes — completely. Licensed dispensaries in New York are professional retail establishments. You simply need to show a valid government-issued ID proving you are 21 years of age or older. A valid Dominican passport is accepted. Dispensary staff are knowledgeable, welcoming, and accustomed to serving visitors from around the world, including tourists from the Dominican Republic and the broader Caribbean community. There is no requirement to be a New York resident or a U.S. citizen to purchase cannabis at a licensed adult-use dispensary in New York State.

Q: Are there Silly Nice products available near JFK Airport specifically? Yes. While we don't name specific third-party retail locations in this article, Silly Nice products are available at licensed dispensaries in Queens — the borough where JFK is located — as well as Brooklyn, Manhattan, and throughout the NYC metro area. Use our store locator at sillynice.com/dispensaries or search Weedmaps for the closest licensed dispensary carrying Silly Nice to wherever you're staying. We recommend calling ahead to confirm product availability before making the trip.

New York City is one of the most exciting cannabis markets in the world — and we built Silly Nice to be one of its defining brands. Whether you've just landed at JFK from Santiago's Cibao International Airport, you're visiting family in Brooklyn, exploring the boroughs for the first time, or returning to New York after years away — we want your cannabis experience here to be exceptional. Shane, LeVar, and the entire Silly Nice family are proud of what we've built in a short amount of time. We're proud to be Black-owned, Veteran-owned, and LGBTQ+-owned in one of the most culturally rich cities on earth. And we're proud to offer products with the kind of potency, purity, and transparency that give you every reason to trust what you're buying. Find us. Try us. Welcome to New York. For adults 21 and older only.