New York State Travel Forum

we will be visiting new york in june and would like to visit niagra falls.

we can book it now with city discovery for 230 pounds is this a good price and are they a good company?

should we wait and book when we get there?

thank you

I've just returned from New York City after a wonderful vacation. Thank you so much for all your suggestions, guys! They were really helpful and allowed me to save time and money.

So, what about New York? Here's a brief summary of my trip: What's hot and what's not.

WHAT'S HOT:

a) Brooklyn
The most charming borough in New York.

b) Tom's Restaurant (Brooklyn)
An American institution and the best breakfast in the city.

c) Chabad City Walks
Brooklyn, once again. Discover one of America's most fascinating and vibrant Jewish communities.

d) Strand
Amazing prices and the best book shop in the world.

e) Broadway

f) Angelika Movie Theater
Fine selection of independent films from around the world.

g) Forbidden Planet
For a nerd like me, it's paradise!


WHAT'S NOT:

a) Central Park Hostel
It's safe, cheap (40$ a night!), clean and wonderfully located (the subway and Central Park are only two steps away), but I'm too old to be sleeping in a 10 bed dorm full of strangers. If you're young and adventurous, go ahead and give it a try, but take the necessary precautions (v.g.use a locker and always carry your valuables with you).

b) The Dugout (Christopher Street)
Worst bar in New York. The bartender was a horrible fat guy with no manners.

c) Katz's
The decoration was impressive, but the famous Pastrami sandwiches were only ok.

I would like to hear from anyone who rented an apartment for
the few days they were in New York. I would like to rent one but want to make sure some have had a positive experience with renting an apartment.
Thank you.

Hi there,
We will be staying at the Roosevelt Hotel at Madison and 45th, and flying into LaGuardia. I've seen some posts on here about transportation into the city, and it looks like getting a driver service is as cost effective as a cab or the shuttle (if you take out the bus and subway options)?

If that's the case, any ideas on specific car services that would be good to call? I'm trying to get an idea of what a cab ride or driver plus tolls plus tip will cost me from LaGuardia to the hotel location.

Appreciate the help, and sorry if I'm just repeating an old question!

Hi,

My accommodation has been changed last minute and I would like to know how I can get to this address from Newark International Airport.

700 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10036

thanks
Glen

My partner and I are travelling to new York at the end of Sept staying for five days we would rather stay in an apartment than a hotel - can anyone recommend a website or an apartment they have stayed in in Manhatten?
I would like a decent apartment with all modern conveniences in a decent area.

thanks

Eileen

Hi all,
I am taking my daughter to NYC in mid June and we'll be celebrating her 22nd birthday. I was thinking of a dinner cruise for one of our activities. Thoughts or suggestions? Also, in general, how are the tour boats and any suggestions on particular ones? Is it a worthwhile thing to do?

Thanks very much!

Hi Everyone,
I'm travelling to NY (for the 5th time!) for a week between 3rd-10th June, staying in the Upper East side. Are there any events going on in the city during this week, that would be great to visit?

Any suggestions would be very welcome,
Many Thanks,
Becca.

A friend and I are going to NYC for the first time. Our plane lands at LGA, but we're staying at the Comfort Inn in Long Island City. What is the best and cheapest way to get from the airport to the hotel?

I've done an online quote through SuperShuttle, and it would be about $64 dollars total ($32/person). Is this a reasonable fare? Might I find a cheaper rate through another source? How much might a taxi cost? My plane arrives at 5:40 PM, so I would be traveling to my hotel during a heavy traffic time, I presume.

Thank you in advance for all your help!

We are a middle aged Australian couple travelling to Europe in September and having an eight night stopover in NYC in Octber 17-25 on the way home. We planned to spend all of the time in Manhatten but thought it may be to long. Now our thoughts are maybe to stay out of the city and travel in for a few days then do day trips on long island and the hudson valley.. can anyone offer some suggestions?

My family and are planning our first trip to NYC. It would be my husband, myself, and our kids ages 22,20,and 18. Would you recommend a hotel or hostel? We are trying to save money on where we stay so that we can stay longer and see more. We're open for anything. If anyone has opinions on certain hostels, we'd love to hear them.
Thanks,
Kel

We will be in NYC (around Union Sq) checking out of our b&b at noon (they have no left luggage facilities) and going to LGA in the evening. Any suggestions where to leave two carry on size bags?

Hi,

I was wondering if I could get a 1-week travel pass which allows unlimited travel on buses & subways. Are these available in NYC? Do you know how much it costs for a 1-week pass?

Thanks
Glen

I can't believe I have to ask this question as a born and raised New Yorker, but my situation has changed and my Dad is no longer around to pick me up at the airport. Anyway, how do I get from La Guardia to the Long Island railroad so I can get out to the Port Jefferson (Ronkonkoma) line? I know I can take an air train from JFK to the Jamaica LIRR station, but how do I accomplish something similar from LaGuardia?? Please help

I'll be in NYC with my 9 year old at the end of the month. Other than the Disney plays, does anyone have a recommendation for a Broadway play that would be appropriate for a 9 year old. I'm also kicking around the idea of taking him to see Blue Man Group.

Thanks!

Any one Got any got nightclub/pubs to attend for 5 aussie 21 year old males looking for a good time..

Hi, I am in New York and need to go to Worcester, Massachusetts. Does anyone know which is the best way and the fastest way? Is there some bus? Thanks

We're a family of four (parents + two grown kids) that will travel to NYC in September for a week. We're looking for something along these lines:
* Price <$4000 (incl tax) for a week.
* On Manhattan, preferrably not above 80th street or so.
* Two bedrooms with separate beds for the kids in their room.
* Hotel, apartment, B&B, whatever, we're open to everything.
* Clean.

For that price we expect a little extra of some kind. Among those *could* be: spacious, charming, nice view, great location, doorman/concierge, two bathrooms, etc.

Thanks in advance, Peter & Helena

Hello,

I'll be arriving in Newark International Airport in a week's time. Could someone let me know the best and economical way to get to this place from the airport:

1598 Lexington Avenue,
New York, NY 10029

How much will the whole journey cost and how long does it take?

Cheers
Glen

We are visiting New York in 22 June staying for 4 nights. Can anyone recommend a central cheap hotel with private bathroom

I'm going to be getting in to buffalo airport just before midnight and can't decide whether to take the bus directly to Toronto or to spend the night as I would be getting to Toronto at an awful hour in the morning when no one would come pick me up!

anyways I was wondering if there was any truly budget accomodation that had single rooms. I checked out the hostel but I don't want to sleep in a dorm.. If anyone has any experience in a backpackers or guesthouse please let me know!
thanks
Christian

Hi! I'm going to visit New York in May and I'll be staying at the Central Park Hostel (19 West 103rd Street).

Apparently, it's a nice hostel, but I'll be sleeping in a 10-bed dorm surrounded by total strangers. So:

a) Do you know this hostel? What do you think of the place?

b) Are there any special precautions that I should take?

Has anyone stayed at this hotel? How is it? Great location and great price. We don't expect fancy or boutique, just clean and safe.

During our stay early July we want to visit Staten Island.
I already found information about the (free) ferry between Manhattan and Staten Island.

Would it be possible travelling by bus from Manhattan to the Ferry Terminal on Staten Island ??
- which bus(es) do we have to take ??
(we are staying in Chelsea - 318 West 20th Street)
- how long will the bus ride take ??


Thanks a lot

when do they light the christmas tree

I read somewhere that the Newark - New York Amtrak train ticket is also valid for the air train at Newar Liberty Airport. This means you don't have to buy two tickets (Amtrak + air train), only one (Amtrak). Is this information correct? And how much does the Amtrak ticket cost? Thanks!

Hi , Im an Indian citizen, staying with my husband in Connecticut. My husband is on H1 Visa and im in H4 Visa . We are planning a trip to Niagara from US and canadian side in May. Could someone please tell us how to proceed with applying for the Canada visa. We just want to know how to apply the canada visa.

Thanks in advance.

I have two questions if anyone can help me regarding visa for US please?

I have new british passport (got it in June 2007) do I need tourist visa?

My husband has Jamaican passport with 2 year settlement visa for UK does he need a tourist visa?

Thanks in advance ;)

Hi,

I was wanting to stay in New York for a couple of weeks and I was wondering what would be the best option for accomodation as the prices especially in Manhattan are really expensive. I don't want to stay in a dormitory ot hostel, I would rather have my own room. Any suggestions would be much appreciated and I would be travelling from the UK.

Thanks

Martin

Hi all,
I'll be planning a family trip to my first Aunt's place in Connecticut with my second and third aunt and a few of my cousin; and we are planning to spend a few days exploring NYC in Feb/Mar 09.

ALL my aunts are Vegetarian. Is there any vegetarian-friendly restaurants in NYC??

Their vegetarian conditions are:
* no meat (of course!)
* no animal by-products
* no onions
* no garlic
* OK to milk and eggs

Can help me here to give me some restaurant places so we can visit when we are there??
Not too expensive places please! (My home currency to US dollar is 1.65 to 1)
Do also provide me the restaurants' price range and maybe a few recommended vegetarian dishes if possible!! THANKS A LOT!!

Thanks all!