Ice Skating in New York

October 27, 2008

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From late October to late March, there are two ice-skating lanes in Central Park New York: Lasker Rink and Wollman Rink. Skating with the trees around you and of course the Manhattan skyline in the

Ice skating

Ice skating

background. You can also get skating lessons, including ice hockey and art skating lessons.

Wollman is a better location and more intended for recreationists, while Lasker really is great for pro skating and hockeying. However, the most beautiful place is  Rockefeller Center. From November to early January you are able to skate in the middle of the city between all the skyscrapers. It is difficult to not get in the Christmas  mood.

Taking a Taxi in New York

October 20, 2008

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At the time of writing New York prides itself with over 12,000 taxis. Here is what you should know before you step into one:
  • A light on the roof indicates that the taxi is free.
  • JFK Airport to Manhattan should cost you $30 (plus tolls of about $2 and tip). Take taxis at the station terminal and a clerk will assign you a vehicle and give you a form. It takes about 30 minutes to get to Manhattan.
  • Tips are usually between 15% and 20%.
  • There are no taxi stations in the city. Therefore the first arrived is not always the first served! If you see many people trying to catch a taxi, do not hesitate to change block.
  • Trying to catch a taxi outside the Metropolitan Museum of Art can be nerve racking.
  • Know the names of the angle block where your New York rental apartment is located (street and avenue numbers). Most taxi drivers are foreigners and may not speak English very well. 
Enjoy your New-York cab experience! 

10 Must do things in NYC

October 17, 2008

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NYC is a city where there really is just so much to do and see that it can actually be difficult to decide what to add to the schedule. Below my 10 favourite things to do and see in New York City.

1. The Empire State – It reall does offer an excellent view of NYC and puts the whole of Manhattan into perscpective for you.

2. Central Park – is well worth walking around in the daytime and the bottom half is relatively safe and there is a lake for boating and in winter a skating area.

Broadway in NYC

Broadway in NYC

3. The Rockafella is another very famous area and in the winter this location is also great for skating.

4. Macy’s – is a massive store and if you liek shopping this is a must.

5. Time Square- just being in Time Square is a cultural and enjoyable experience.

6. NYC Giants and the Mets - I’d highly recommend going to see an American Football or baseball game.

7. Bronx Market – On a weekend the Bronx market is excellent and well worth visiting for many bargains.

8. The Natural History Museum – is one of the worlds best museums.

9. The Guggenheim Museum is excellent.

10. Broadway – Just walking up and down  Broadway and enjoying th shops and restauarants and also a theatre performance make NYC the place to be.

The New York City Travel expert is here!

October 10, 2008

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Welcome to the very first blog from our team of writers who will keep you up to date on the latest culture, travel news, attractions, events and going-ons in NYC. We’ll pass you on tips on how to enjoy NYC without spending too much money and we’l highlight some of the best restuarants, shops and things to do.

To get you started, let us mention food.

NYC is a fantastic place for food and literally every price range is covered. The food is also excellent and this is largely due to the fact that there are 1st, 2d and 3rd generation peopel froma number of countries and for this reason you can get food cooked to the highest quality if the native ways.

My single most favourite restaurant in NYC is easy to name and for $30 you can feed 2 people, include a drink and the tip! La Caridad is the place to go! The food is Chinese/Cuban and situated directly in

La Caridad in NYC.

La Caridad in NYC.

Broadway, the food is served quickly and comes in sizeable portions and the food is excellent.

The information you need is: La Caridad 78 – 2199 Broadway,   New York 10024, At 78th St.
Phone: 212-874-2780

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