Keep spreadin' the news: the Big Apple is in a class of its own -- one of the most exciting cities on the planet, and with enough variety and raw material to keep visitors coming back for decades, from Times Square to the rural side of Staten Island.
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Claudio Schwartz The premier cultural and economic hub of the United States, "the city that never sleeps" is a melting pot of diversity, energy, and iconic landmarks. From towering skyscrapers to historic neighborhoods, from world-class museums to scenic parks, the city´s five boroughs - the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island - offers a plethora of attractions to explore, and everyone should visit at least once A first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, here are the top 10…
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David, you New Englanders know how to drive in the snow. Most New Yorkers and/or New Jerseyites don't, and the abandoned vehicles which prevented snowplows and even ambulances from getting through were a major issue of the last storm -- which was a real and true blizzard with deep snow, howling winds and monumental snow drifts, which also closed all three NYC airports.
I don't think it is stupid to be prepared for another snowstorm. I actually cut short an out-of-town trip and changed my flight back home to last night instead of today because of the weather reports. It was not a stupid decision -- I would not have been able to get home today. As I look out my window in Manhattan now, it is snowing heavily, airports already are reporting 2-4 hour delays and cancelling flights, and the weather and traffic reports on the all-news CBS radio station I'm listening is reporting numerous accidents already on the roads around NYC.
You are correct -- driving and parking here sucks. That's why I take the subway or the bus everywhere I can. Or walk. NYC is a great walking city, including when snow keeps sensible people from getting into cars.
I hope you brought your cross-country skis or sled. Central Park is magical in the snow, as are our many other wonderful NYC parks in all five boroughs. And I do hope you enjoy this visit to my hometown, which is such a great place to visit that it was the number one top most visited city in the US last year.
Evelyn Kanter
NYC on the Cheap
Author, Peaceful Places NYC: 139 Tranquil Sites (available Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Borders)
Author, NYC Free and Frugal (iPod/iTunes app, available on iTunes Store)
Leave the car at home. Take public transportation only.
New Year's Eve street closures around Times Square Streets between 34th and 59th, avenues from Fifth to Tenth, are being shut to traffic starting at 3 p.m., to make room for one million of our closest friends. Even train stations from 50th to 34th are being locked off and bypassed between 10p or 11p -- depending on the size of the crowds -- until after the ball drops.
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