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Me and my gf have just booked a trip to new york next march for my birthday. Staying in the hotel metro as it turned out cheaper then a couple of others :smiley:
Never been to new york, what should we definately do and what should we maybe do?
Also will buying things like ipods/ipads/ps vita etc be cheaper? Would possibly be looking at buying an ipad while im over there?
Thanks
p.s. also any tips when there :afro:
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Depends on exchange rates but will be cheaper yes, although if customs get you then no.
Central park, times square, empire state, rockafella (quieter than empire with awesome views) statue of liberty (dont bother with the boat that docks, get one that goes past) shops, china town, little italy, etc etc
We walked everywhere, very easy to navigate and you see more.
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DON't use taxi's!!
Take the Sub way. Much nicer, cleaner and easier to use then the underground.
When we went in May, we went on the boat trip to Liberty Island and had lunch (Defo worth it). Take the tour buses, see lots and can get on and off as and when you like. If your a Honkey like us, then you may not want to go into Harlem, we were the only white people in McDonalds (out of 30) and thought we were going to get shot! :grin: We also spent a fortune on a helicopter ride! :grin:
Central Park is a must, rent out some push bikes too, much fun can be had with them!
Times Square, empire state building, rocerfella and just stroll round.. China town is amazing, don't be afraid to ask them what they have when they walk up to you and say "Gucci, prada, handbags, rolex, you want?" Awesome experience!!!
If you go into a restuarant ask to see the menu before you order!! We ended up spending $140 on some steaks as we didn't realise. Oh and don't leave a tip as they add that in the bill the cheeky fcuks! :grin:
Nicest people i've ever met too :afro:
When we were over they had killed Bin Laden, there was some tension around you could feel it! :grin:
Street got locked down and we had the pleasure of seeing Obama drive past us :cool:
Enjoy it, should be awesome!
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If your a Honkey like us, then you may not want to go into Harlem, we were the only white people in McDonalds (out of 30) and thought we were going to get shot!
Take it you dont live in London, ive been the only white person in mcdonalds, work, shops etc etc
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cool cheers guys will tell the missus.
Not sure if it was better going in march, we thought as its colder might be less crowdy? Not sure if that is true lol.
Really wanted to do the helicopter ride over niagra falls, looked aswsome but bloody should do for £300 :grin: :grin:
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and its 500 miles away from new york lol
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i thought it was far away didnt know it was that far away though, guessing thats why it was £300 :grin: :grin:
I have a feeling i could be spending a bit of money out there, better start saving :smiley:
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i thought it was far away didnt know it was that far away though, guessing thats why it was £300 :grin: :grin:
I have a feeling i could be spending a bit of money out there, better start saving :smiley:
How long you going for? We went through about $1k in 6 days! :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:
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I'll add a quick thanks too, me n swmbo are going this october so all this advice is great, we're hoping central park will be starting to change colour as it'll be going into "fall" :cool:
@VR6_Wherry whats the difference between the underground and subway?
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Erm were going 19-24 march so 6 nights. Got flights, hotel, pick up for £775 so seems pretty good. Plus its for my birthday so debating whether to get bits for my car or dollars :grin:
I wanted to go to vegas or snowboarding but i let her choose being the kind bf type :wink: lol
Im sure she only wants to go to go to tiffanys as when i mentioned statue of libety etc she didnt seem too keen but mentioninn shopping and she gets very excited :undecided: :undecided:
women :angry:
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I'll add a quick thanks too, me n swmbo are going this october so all this advice is great, we're hoping central park will be starting to change colour as it'll be going into "fall" :cool:
@VR6_Wherry whats the difference between the underground and subway?
Just the words, meaning is the same but that's what they call it in america. In America you have to pay to get in so you avoid the sh!ts, drunks and druggies! :smiley:
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When you arrive at the airport, dont get a private limo. Yellow cabs have fixed fares (by law) to and from JFK. It was $45 when I was there.
There's a large tourist info place at Times Square, go there. lots of info and free vouchers.
Take the subway. You can get a metro card (like an Oystercard) can be used on buses as well. £2 ride all day. Subway lines are numbered. You can walk mostly everywhere. It you buy anything in Chinatown, expext it to be fake. Macy's is just a big Debenhams. :rolleyes:
You will go up the Empire State building. And like all before, you will consider it a waste of time. Very cramped, wire fences, lots of people.
Go to the "Top of the Rock" Rockerfeller centre. Wide open, glass walls, views of central park. And much cheaper. You can do the NBC studio tour in the same building.
Go to the Intrepid Aircraft Carrier musuem to see planes and of course Concorde. Bronx zoo is a good day out. United Nations tour is free
Liberty Island is a good visit. Do all the Museums around Central park as well. And of course Hooters.
A few pics to whet your appetite.
1. Top of the Rockerfeller centre looking south
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2. looking North.
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3. Times Sq.
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Jonathan, your an arse!
I want to go back there now!!! :sad:
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Wait till photobucket finishes uploading, I'll add more pics..
Mostly scenery and the contents of the museums, but I'll be selective.
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wow your saw spiderman that is impressive :laugh:
looks even better then i thought, the aircraft museum looks sweet :afro:
Looks nice whether there, when was that?
Suppose to be like bwtween 1-10 when we go in march so knowing my luck will snow and wont be able to go anywhere haha
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Erm were going 19-24 march so 6 nights. Got flights, hotel, pick up for £775 so seems pretty good. Plus its for my birthday so debating whether to get bits for my car or dollars :grin:
I wanted to go to vegas or snowboarding but i let her choose being the kind bf type :wink: lol
Im sure she only wants to go to go to tiffanys as when i mentioned statue of libety etc she didnt seem too keen but mentioninn shopping and she gets very excited :undecided: :undecided:
women :angry:
£775!! wow thats cheap, i cant find flights for less than a grand!
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I paid £350 return with American Airlines.
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I paid £350 return with American Airlines.
when was this? cheers
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Erm were going 19-24 march so 6 nights. Got flights, hotel, pick up for £775 so seems pretty good. Plus its for my birthday so debating whether to get bits for my car or dollars :grin:
I wanted to go to vegas or snowboarding but i let her choose being the kind bf type :wink: lol
Im sure she only wants to go to go to tiffanys as when i mentioned statue of libety etc she didnt seem too keen but mentioninn shopping and she gets very excited :undecided: :undecided:
women :angry:
£775!! wow thats cheap, i cant find flights for less than a grand!
im not sure who the missus used will ask and let you know mate. It is for 4 of us (her mum and dad) so prob works out a bit cheaper with the more people?
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Erm were going 19-24 march so 6 nights. Got flights, hotel, pick up for £775 so seems pretty good. Plus its for my birthday so debating whether to get bits for my car or dollars :grin:
I wanted to go to vegas or snowboarding but i let her choose being the kind bf type :wink: lol
Im sure she only wants to go to go to tiffanys as when i mentioned statue of libety etc she didnt seem too keen but mentioninn shopping and she gets very excited :undecided: :undecided:
women :angry:
£775!! wow thats cheap, i cant find flights for less than a grand!
im not sure who the missus used will ask and let you know mate. It is for 4 of us (her mum and dad) so prob works out a bit cheaper with the more people?
Thank you, much appreciated... its just the 2 of us going, i may be able to talk 2 more into joining us if the price is right :)
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incase anyone wants to know, the website was trail finders; hotel metro, 5 nights, breakfast inc for £775
Hope this helps :smiley:
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Thats a good price mate! We're 5 nights at the grand hyatt, including flights and transfers it's £2200 for 2 of us :shocked: Paid less than that for a fortnight in Orlando with a mini cruise in the middle in march!
You always seem to be able to get much cheaper flights if flying from London. :angry:
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Thats a good price mate! We're 5 nights at the grand hyatt, including flights and transfers it's £2200 for 2 of us :shocked: Paid less than that for a fortnight in Orlando with a mini cruise in the middle in march!
You always seem to be able to get much cheaper flights if flying from London. :angry:
That's exactly what i paid!!
£200 a night for the hotel we stayed in!! :grin: :grin: :grin:
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My Hotel was free. :cool:
This fact is of no use to you, but I'm just posting to be a smug git
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