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There are plenty of options when it comes to where to buy cannabis in New York, but not all of them are created equal. When you’re deciding where to shop, you have the choice of going to a licensed and regulated dispensary or visiting an unlicensed vape shop or corner store. The latter might seem convenient, but there are some serious drawbacks when you don’t shop with a licensed dispensary.
A licensed cannabis dispensary is a legal, regulated business that’s required to adhere to state laws governing the cannabis industry. In New York, that means licensed dispensaries can only carry third-party tested cannabis products that are verified to be safe and high quality. You can also look up licensed dispensaries on the Office of Cannabis Management’s (OCM) list, making it easy to verify whether you’re shopping at a legitimate location or not.
However, there are plenty of unlicensed vape shops selling cannabis products out there, especially in New York City. These shops are not required to adhere to the strict safety and quality assurance standards set out by the state. In many cases, you may even buy mislabeled products from these shops, so you can never be too sure you’re getting what you expect.
For consumers, choosing a licensed dispensary comes with several major advantages. We recommend you always shop at a licensed cannabis dispensary like The Travel Agency to guarantee the best possible experience.
Under New York law, licensed dispensaries are only permitted to carry cannabis products that have been tested by a third-party laboratory. That means the products have passed tests that confirm they do not contain harmful levels of contaminants like mold, heavy metals, or residual solvents.
In addition, it means you can trust that the information on the labels is accurate. The cannabinoid content and terpene profiles you see on these labels represent precisely what’s inside the product. You can even see the full laboratory testing results by visiting the URL printed on the label or scanning a QR code.
If you have questions about a product, are looking for a recommendation, or aren’t sure what the best option is for your needs, you can ask the friendly, expert staff at a licensed dispensary. At The Travel Agency, our budtenders are trained extensively on our entire inventory and the mechanics of cannabis. Many of them have firsthand experience as consumers, too. You can trust the information they give you and take their recommendations to heart.
Licensed dispensaries employ New Yorkers, sell New York-based brands, and support their communities. The legal cannabis ecosystem supports New Yorkers at every level, through and through.
At The Travel Agency — Union Square, more than half the proceeds from sales go to support The Doe Fund, a non-profit organization committed to providing paid work, housing, and other support services to unhoused and formerly incarcerated New Yorkers.
Shopping for cannabis at an unlicensed shop is risky. At a minimum, you may spend money on a low-quality or mislabeled product. At worst, you could be buying something actually dangerous to consume.
When you shop at an unlicensed vape shop, you open yourself up to the following risks and drawbacks:
Products untested in New York: Unlicensed shops operate outside the law and do not adhere to testing requirements set out by the state.
Inaccurate labeling: Many products in unlicensed shops are inaccurately labeled. Without access to third-party testing, there’s no way to confirm if you’re actually getting what the packaging claims is in the product.
Lack of expert guidance: The clerks at unlicensed vape shops generally won’t know much about the cannabis they’re selling. Some may claim to, but it’s impossible to know if they’ve actually been trained on the products (if those products are even accurately labeled).
Not always supporting New Yorkers: Unlicensed dispensaries are under no obligation to carry New York brands. If you want to elevate the local community when you buy cannabis, you should choose a licensed dispensary instead.
If you want to ensure you have a safe, quality cannabis experience that also helps strengthen your community, licensed dispensaries are the only way to go.
At The Travel Agency, we help your smooth takeoff every time. When you visit our Downtown Brooklyn, Fifth Avenue, and Union Square cannabis dispensary, you can expect guidance from knowledgeable staff and accessibility to high-quality, tested cannabis products. You can check out our online menu before you stop by to make sure we’ve got what you’re looking for in stock, too. Or, if you don’t want to leave your home, simply place an order for delivery and we’ll bring it to you. At The Travel Agency, we believe in doing things right and delivering you the experience you deserve.