Budget Travel In New York City – 5 Tips On New York Travel
The New York area is one of the largest in the world. With approximately 8 million people being in New York City alone and with less than 900 thousand kilometers squared radius, it is the densest city in all of North America! After a long anticipated debut we finally made our way to the Big Apple, and we were so excited we could barely contain ourselves. Going there has been a childhood dream for us ever since we decided to be world travelers and see everything this globe has to offer!
The people, lights, Times Square, Rockefeller, everything seems so exciting! This poised a big question though… What to do? What New York City event to pick? Well, I want to share with you some tips on New York travel that won’t break the bank! These are all an incredible experience and I would suggest doing them all if you can. Keep in mind there is no shortage of things to do in New York City. You’ll never get the chance to do everything, so do what you can, relax and enjoy what this wonderful city has to offer!
1) New York City comedy clubs: This is maybe the best thing I can suggest if you enjoy any sort of comedy at all. It works out really well because they have salesperson on the streets in the middle of Times Square, you don’t even have to look or try to find tickets. They will literally just flag you down and give you a very good price (We only paid $20 for both of us) on the condition that you buy 2 beverages at the club. The nice thing about their special, for those who don’t drink alcohol you can buy any drink of choice. Soft drinks and water were accepted as well so it really can appeal to everyone who enjoys this sort of thing and the cost is very low for the reward. It really was such a great time, the comedians were fantastic and we were very glad we decided to go. Highly Recommended!
2) Times Square: I realize this must be on everyone’s “top of the list” but it really is an amazing sight to see. This experience is something that you will never forget. The lights, people, banners, you don’t even realize how crazy it is until you are there. I must have seen Times Square on television a million times but honestly it really just is not the same. Spend a little time there to take in the atmosphere. There are plenty of very nice places to eat but the prices on their novelty restaurants (Hard Rock Café, ESPN Zone, etc) are very expensive. If you want something for a very good price, check out the side streets and look for the local pubs. I would really recommend going at night to see it lit up. A note to those who absolutely hate crowds of people, if you go to Times Square don’t go on a Friday or Saturday evening when it is the most busiest. We went on both a Saturday and Sunday night… the Saturday was chaos, and the Sunday was very nice and calm in comparison :) All the same, I really enjoyed both of them in different ways.
3) Rockefeller Center: We had the pleasure of going during December month, so we got to experience the Christmas tree and Skating Rink all done up at Rockefeller center. This is also home of the famous NBC Studios (Costs $18.50 for the tour).
4) Central Park: One of the most famous parks in the world and the most visited park in the United States, Central Park is a wonderful place to go on a nice day. Central Park is actually bigger than 2 of the world’s smallest nations; Monaco and Vatican City.
5) See a local New York City Event: Take in a ball game, a musical, or something at the theatre! New York really has everything to offer no matter what your hobbies or interests are! You can usually find something very reasonably priced as well, depending on what you are after.
I realize as most people do, New York tends to be quite expensive but with these travel ideas you can go out and have a really great time and still not spend too much money. There is plenty to see, even just going to see the landmarks and places like Rockefeller, Central Park and Times Square are well worthwhile! I really enjoyed my time just walking the streets and taking in the atmosphere.
If you are planning to stay in Manhattan for a week or so, I would really suggest picking up a copy of “The New York Pass”, spend your week and do everything you can. These passes are actually very reasonably priced (Starting at $55.00 daily and only $139.99 for a 7 day period, per person) and you get FREE access to literally almost EVERYTHING you could want in New York City. Here is just a glimpse of what is here. Keep in mind these are only about a quarter of the free things you get, not even including the other discounted items and special offers.
* Central Park Zoo
* CNN Studio Tour
* Empire State Building
* Madison Square Garden All Access Tour
* NBC Studio Tour
* New York Aquarium
* New York Botanical Garden
* Radio City Music Hall Stage Door Tour
* Rockefeller Center Tour
* Statue of Liberty / Ellis Island Ferry
* Suede Lounge (VIP nightclub access)
* The United Nations Tour
Well worth the money if you plan to do a lot of sightseeing, Museums and Tours.
Here’s a link to the page directly for those who are interested:
http://www.tropicalbeachdestinations.com/NewYorkPass.php
I absolutely loved my time in New York! I found it really offers you so much, no matter what month, or what day, there is always something for you to do that is interesting. How can you not like that about a city? It has everything and it is a great place to visit. I hope these tips on New York travel were helpful! I know I can’t wait for our next adventure, here in the Big Apple!
Until next time,
Best Wishes and Happy Travels!
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Travel to New York: Choose a New York Short Term Apartment
Travel to New York: Choose a New York Short Term Apartment
There are many visitors and families discover that staying in short term apartment while going to New York City will save them lots of money. Apartment will not just accommodate more visitors than hotel room, but staying in apartment can signify saving lots of money just by cooking some food in the apartment. If you are for longer visit, then staying in apartment can give you real sense of living in New York. If you are interested in the New York City short-term apartment rentals, then the agencies and online websites are best mode to find the short-term rental apartment in New York. If you would like to have a more cherished stay than hotel, or making and comprehensive visit to New York City, then Bed & Breakfasts as well as short-term apartments are perfect.
New York Apartments
This is an ideal alternative for the visitors who want a place to hang out for a few days or a few weeks. The purpose can be business or leisure; New York City Habitat has lots of apartments of different sizes at costs that are cutthroat with the hotel accommodations. All of the apartments comprise of kitchen facilities that will allow visitors the choice of dining during their stay.
However, the insist for short-term apartment in New York City is growing radically in past 20 years thus world's largest corporations is establishing their head office in Manhattan, and has increased tourism in as well as around New York. Most business suites and standard hotel rooms have the rates, which vary from $200 to $300 for each night. Over month's time, New York City resident's monthly lodging costs might have average of $7000 or further that is beyond the way from majority of the individuals.
Some of the companies have recognized the business openings in giving short-term apartment solutions as an alternative to hotel supplements for the corporate moving and guests. Cooperating investors, landlords, as well as brokers have made a more reasonable short-term apartment solution by buying apartment buildings plus condominium apartments with a supple by-laws and house regulations, giving furnishings, which go with the standards of few New York's best hotels. Laundry service, maid, as well as other comfort services that was often obtainable as essential. New York City short-term apartment has as well become the great solution for having renovations made on their rented properties as well as those who can pay for an accommodation. People who live in New York for a 1-month, but do not remain long to sign the lease, as well have fueled the requirement for these kinds of apartments.
As for the location and the price, short-term apartments are found easily in midtown and downtown area of New York, because of the focus of tourism and business offices in these areas. Residence terms are generally flexible, that range from 2 to 3 weeks for a year longer. The most comfortable suites in New York's most beautiful buildings are offered for $3500 to $5000 for each month for the studio or the 1-bedroom suites.
There are many visitors and families discover that staying in short term apartment while going to New York City will save them lots of money. Apartment will not just accommodate more visitors than hotel room, but staying in apartment can signify saving lots of money just by cooking some food in the apartment. If you are for longer visit, then staying in apartment can give you real sense of living in New York. If you are interested in the New York City short-term apartment rentals, then the agencies and online websites are best mode to find the short-term rental apartment in New York. If you would like to have a more cherished stay than hotel, or making and comprehensive visit to New York City, then Bed & Breakfasts as well as short-term apartments are perfect.
New York Apartments
This is an ideal alternative for the visitors who want a place to hang out for a few days or a few weeks. The purpose can be business or leisure; New York City Habitat has lots of apartments of different sizes at costs that are cutthroat with the hotel accommodations. All of the apartments comprise of kitchen facilities that will allow visitors the choice of dining during their stay.
However, the insist for short-term apartment in New York City is growing radically in past 20 years thus world's largest corporations is establishing their head office in Manhattan, and has increased tourism in as well as around New York. Most business suites and standard hotel rooms have the rates, which vary from $200 to $300 for each night. Over month's time, New York City resident's monthly lodging costs might have average of $7000 or further that is beyond the way from majority of the individuals.
Some of the companies have recognized the business openings in giving short-term apartment solutions as an alternative to hotel supplements for the corporate moving and guests. Cooperating investors, landlords, as well as brokers have made a more reasonable short-term apartment solution by buying apartment buildings plus condominium apartments with a supple by-laws and house regulations, giving furnishings, which go with the standards of few New York's best hotels. Laundry service, maid, as well as other comfort services that was often obtainable as essential. New York City short-term apartment has as well become the great solution for having renovations made on their rented properties as well as those who can pay for an accommodation. People who live in New York for a 1-month, but do not remain long to sign the lease, as well have fueled the requirement for these kinds of apartments.
As for the location and the price, short-term apartments are found easily in midtown and downtown area of New York, because of the focus of tourism and business offices in these areas. Residence terms are generally flexible, that range from 2 to 3 weeks for a year longer. The most comfortable suites in New York's most beautiful buildings are offered for $3500 to $5000 for each month for the studio or the 1-bedroom suites.
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