New York Travel: Getting Broadway Deals
Oct 08
Posted: under New York, United States.
Tags: broadway, New York, travel, vacation rentals
Broadway is among the finest entertainment that New York City proudly features. Broadway Theater is magical and expensive but people can still find good Broadway deals if they know where to look. There are a few things you can learn today that will help reduce the costs of this type of entertainment. First, New York Vacation Rentals are always a good plan to look into because of all the advantages that comes with having a rental right in the city. Then, when seeking for Broadway deals, you cannot get better than the TKTS booths. The Duffy Square TKTS booth, assembled in a vibrant red, right in the theater district of Manhattan, offers great discount tickets to Broadway shows. Around 5:30 pm is the best time to go to the booth in Duffy Square. Do not forget, though, that there are TKTS booths at Southern Seaport and in downtown Brooklyn where lines are shorter. Also, the weather becomes a strategic element when you are deciding when to head out to the TKTS to find those Broadway deals. You’ll be surprised how being brave for a small moment and going out under the rain will go a long way in beating out lines and getting the best tickets available. The secret is now yours to harvest and yours to enjoy while you are staying in one of the amazing New York Vacation Rentals.
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New York Holidays: Driving Tips in New York
Oct 06
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Tags: driving tips in New York, New York, New York vacation rentals, travel, vacation rentals
If you will be driving in New York (though not recommended), be sure to follow the basic driving tips in New York in order to minimize any chance of danger or accidents. For example, though drunk driving is against the law pretty much everywhere, doing so in New York may result in the police’s possession of your car. One of the driving tips in New York that is uncommon in the rest of the US cities is to not turn right at a red light; it is illegal here. Another one of the driving tips in New York is to not honk unless absolutely necessary or you can get fined. If you are at an intersection do not start to cross it unless you are sure you will be able to make it all the way through; such driving tips in New York is not only to avoid being obnoxious, but to avoid a fine as it is illegal.
Also, when parking at your New York vacation rentals, check the red signs with the street cleaning symbols before you park. You may have to mover your car the next day for the street sweepers. New York vacation rentals differ from hotels in that they are in a residential type building and come equipped with standard residential amenities such as a full-size kitchen. New York vacation rentals also tend to be more affordable than hotels.
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Visit New York: New York City Airports
Oct 06
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Tags: New York City airports, New York City vacation rentals
New York is not only the economic capital of the US, but it is also one of the most visited cities in the world. New York City airports are the busiest airports in regards to international as well as domestic flights. New York is served by 3 major New York City airports: JFK International, Newark and La Guardia. More than 120 millions travelers travel through each one of these New York City airports every year.
As New York receives such high volumes of traffic from visitors, it is prepared to accommodate travelers with hotels and New York City vacation rentals. New York City vacation rentals are temporary lodging in what is more like a residential setting so you have a full kitchen and other such amenities. New York City vacation rentals also tend to be more affordable than a standard hotel room.
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New York Travel: New York City Subway
Oct 06
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Tags: New York City subway, New York vacation rentals, travel, vacation rentals
The New York City subway is the preferred and most common means of transportation. It is one of the most extensive subway networks in the world. The New York City subway transports over 1 billion passengers per year and runs 24 hours a day. Due to the intense traffic and the scarcity of parking spots in the streets of New York City, the New York City subway is the preferred choice of transportation for residents and visitors staying in New York City vacation rentals.
The New York City subway travels mostly under tunnels and sometimes on bridges (mostly outside of Manhattan). The extensive network makes it possible to reach all places and New York City vacation rentals within the 5 boroughs of New York City. You can easily and conveniently travel between New York City vacation rentals and any other New York destination. The New York City subway is safe and protected by police. Currently, the price of a 1 way trip is $2.25. You can buy token or prepaid cards.
Find maps and accessibility information on http://www.mta.info/nyct/maps/submap.htm
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New York Travel: Taxis in New York City
Oct 06
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Tags: New York vacation rentals, taxis in New York City
Taxis in New York City are a convenient way to get from place to place in the city and they can be a very affordable option when you are traveling with a group of people. Normally, a maximum of 4 passengers can fit in the average taxis in New York City. Unlike most other places, prearranging a pickup for taxis in New York City is not possible. If you want to prearrange a pick up time from your New York vacation rentals, you will need to hire a car service. The minimum fare for taxis in New York City is $2.50; after that, increments of $0.40 are added; between 8PM and 6AM, the additional increments go up to $0.50; the peak hour, weekdays from 4PM to 8PM, add in increments of $1.
Hailing taxis in New York City is as simple as standing off the curb and holding out your arm. The lights atop the cab will let you know if the cab is on duty. When only the center (the medallion number) is lit, the cab is available. When the medallion number and the side lamps are lit, the cab is off-duty. When no lights are lit, the cab is occupied. Customers of taxis in New York City have the right to choose the route they want to take and the right to A/C. People in New York do not prearrange taxi pickups. You can usually find them driving around outside no matter where your New York vacation rentals are. When it is late, you will probably prefer to take a taxi straight to the door of your New York vacation rentals.
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New York Travel: Transportation in New York City
Oct 06
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Tags: New York, New York vacation rental, travel, vacation rentals
The crowded city of New York is probably the most urban on the planet. Like most large US cities, New York has massive traffic congestion problems. Owning a car for transportation in New York City does not make sense for most residents unless money is not an object. Monthly garage rental fees can be higher than those for apartments in other US cities. It is estimated that 80% of people in Manhattan do not own a car. Driving in Manhattan is tough but parking is the real nightmare.
New York City, unlike most major cities in the US, has a solid system of public transportation in New York City. About 55 % of New Yorkers use public transportation in New York City (subway or buses), another large portion travel by foot, bike or by taxi. People living in suburbs use the efficient train system to avoid the horrendous street traffic. Visitors in Manhattan should not even think about renting a car in New York City unless they are planning an excursion or small trip outside the city. You can walk or take the subway from your New York vacation rental to most places. For longer distances or a more convenient pick up and drop off from your New York vacation rental, hail a taxi. Do not deal with the hassles that come with a car in New York. Enjoy your time, the view and your New York vacation rental.
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Visit New York: New York City Safety Tips
Oct 06
Posted: under New York, United States.
Tags: New York, New York vacation rentals, travel, vacation rentals
When you are visiting New York and staying in New York vacation rentals, you can go to and from your New York vacation rentals without any problem or worry by keeping a few New York City safety tips in mind. First and foremost of the New York City safety tips is to always be aware of the people around you.
As one of the most common New York City safety tips advised in almost any other place on earth, do not walk in isolated areas; stay around crowds. Rid yourself of any signs of being a tourist in an unfamiliar environment; New York vacation rentals help blend in as they tend to be in residential condo buildings. Make sure all your valuables you are holding are protected and secure. If you are wearing flashy jewelry, try to conceal them (i.e. turning rings so that gems face your palm or tucking necklace in your shirt).
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Visit New York: Crime in New York City
Oct 06
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Tags: New York, New York vacation rentals, travel, vacation rentals
Long gone are the days where New York City was known as a dangerous city. Years of zero-tolerance policies towards crime in New York City have paid off. Today, New York City has the lowest crime rates of all the large American cities and is considered to be one of the safest cities in the US. There are several different New York vacation rentals around all the different, safe areas of New York. New York vacation rentals have a lot, including safety, to offer.
The crime rate in New York City decreased by 75% in the past decade. Numbers might seem high when compared with countries such as Canada or England, but they are low by American standards. In 2005, crime in New York City had the lowest number of US cities since 1963. Of course like any other big city, caution should be exercised. Do not be scared to vacation in New York. Go ahead and enjoy your vacation and your New York vacation rentals. The constant presence of police is definitely a deterrent on crime in New York City.
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New York Travel: New York City’s Architecture
Oct 06
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Tags: New York, New York vacation rentals, travel, vacation rentals
Manhattan is one of the world’s top tourist destinations. It may not be the world’s most beautiful city but it has a charisma that is reminiscent to its interesting history and New York City’s architecture. New York has significant buildings of different architectural styles and a number of internationally iconic buildings such as The Empire State Building, Woolworth Building, Chrysler Building and Seagram Building.
New York City’s architecture was strongly influenced by old Europe architecture, specifically the British and Dutch architecture. Townhomes called Brownstone can be seen in the most historic parts of Manhattan from Upper West side to the Lower East Side. Structures with this New York City’s architecture style were built with quality brick and stones and are appreciated for their elegance.
Low-rise buildings were built in the 1800’s and the early 1900’s. During the beginning of the 1920’s, the first skyscrapers were built as well as important art deco buildings. Then, the 70’s hi-rises were erected in phases following the real estate booms and busts. Today, Manhattan is made up of about 5,500 hi rises making it first ranked place with the most hi-rises in the US and second in the world after Hong Kong. Many of the New York vacation apartment rentals are found in these hi-rises. You can also find a New York vacation apartment in any of the other kinds of buildings as well. You can find a New York vacation apartment in any building in any part of the city.
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Visit New York: New York City Neighborhoods
Oct 06
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Tags: New York City neighborhoods, New York vacation rentals
Understanding the New York City neighborhoods of Manhattan is crucial in understanding this wonderful city. In order to make things easier, divide the city up into smaller New York City neighborhoods.
Category 1 (The largest neighborhoods):
- Downtown
- Midtown
- Uptown
Category 2:
- Lower East Side
- Midtown
- Upper East Side
- Upper West Side
Category 3:
- Battery Park
- Wall Street (Financial Center)
- China Town
- Little Italy
- Alphabet city
- SoHo (South of Houston)
- Tribeca (TRIangle BElow CAnal Street)
- The Meatpacking district
- East Village
- Greenwich Village
- Chelsea
- Gramercy Park
- Sutton Place
- Washington Heights
- Harlem
Some New York City neighborhoods are named after their geographical location (i.e. the Upper East Side); some are ethnically descriptive (i.e. Chinatown); and others are acronyms (i.e. TriBeCa for “TRIangle BElow CAnal Street” or SoHo for “SOuth of HOuston” or NoLIta for “NOrth of Little ITaly”. Alphabet City is named as such because it consists of Avenues A, B, C and D. Understanding this simple logic will help vacationers get to and from their New York vacation rentals without much confusion.
Some New York City neighborhoods, such as SoHo, are more commercial and known for upscale shopping. Greenwich Village, the Lower East Side, Alphabet City and the East Village have long been associated with the “Bohemian” subculture. Chelsea is a neighborhood with a large gay population, and recently a center of New York’s art industry and nightlife. Washington Heights is a vivacious neighborhood of immigrants from the Dominican Republic. Manhattan’s Chinatown has a dense population of people of Chinese descent. The Upper West Side has a reputation for being more intellectual and creative, in contrast to the old money and conservative Upper East Side, one of the wealthiest neighborhoods in the United States.
In Manhattan, uptown refers to the north (more specifically north-northeast) of 59th Street and downtown means south (south-southwest) of 14th Street. This differs from most American cities, where downtown refers to the central business district. Manhattan has two central business districts: the Financial District at the southern tip of the island and Midtown Manhattan. Midtown generally covers the area between uptown and downtown.
Fifth Avenue bisects Manhattan and acts as the line between east/west. It is not until north of 14th Street that nearly all east-west streets are numerically identified. Find New York vacation rentals in any of the New York City neighborhoods. The New York vacation rentals tend to be more affordable than hotels.