Next month Johnny’s jetting over to the Big Apple for the U.S. Open. When he’s not cheering on the athletes at Arthur Ashe Stadium, you’ll find him out exploring one of his favorite cities. There’s always something new to discover in the “city that never sleeps”.
Send us your favorite travel tip and maybe Johnny will give it a try! The contestant with the most useful tip (specific to NYC re: accommodations, transportation, food) will win this week’s travel swag bag valued at nearly $100 USD.
How: Complete the following sentence in comment section below. My favorite travel tip for New York City is _____________. (Please limit to 50 words). Include your name and an email address. Contestants must either subscribe to Johnny’s newsletter or follow him on Facebook or Twitter. All official contest rules apply.
What You’ll Win:
1. Travelon Anti-Theft Urban N/S Messenger Bag: This one-of-a-kind bag has a slash proof, locking compartment roomy enough for a laptop, iPad or tablet. Its organizer section includes a RFID blocking card slot and various zippered mesh pockets. The exterior has a pocket for a water bottle and an adjustable cut-proof shoulder strap. (Valued at $75 USD)
2. GoToob 1.25 fl.oz: This TSA approved bottle makes it so easy to travel with your favorite gels and lotions. The no-drip valve easily dispenses and its large opening is easy to clean. It slips into pockets and purses and the silicone bottle and cap are 100% BPA free.
3. Black Leather Passport Holder
4. Navy Blue Journal (6.5×9”)
My favorite travel tip for New York City is don’t fear the outer boroughs, from the Bronx Zoo, Flushing Meadows in Queens to Coney Island in Brooklyn, there is so much more to see outside Manhattan
Use NY Airport Service (www.nyairportservice.com) for cheap transportation into the city. $12 from JFK to Grand Central as opposed to a $40 taxi! ($10 from La Guardia.)
My favorite travel tip for New York City is to avoid chain restaurants! There are thousands upon thousands of restaurants in the city, do you really want to settle for McDonalds?
I always book accommodation through Magellan Vacations — they have really great rates at the best hotels. [We’re going for a weekend in November and are getting a suite at the Plaza for much less than the “best available rate” for a standard room.] (BTW I dont qualify for your giveaway as I live in Canada…but I am a huge fan of Magellan]
Eat like a local and pick up a bagel and coffee for breakfast from a cart on virtually every street corner. You’ll save money and time (rather than going to a sit down restaurant), and can eat on foot or find a park bench to take in the view.
My favorite travel tip for New York City is a visit to Chinatown and Little Italy (conveniently next to each other). Have dinner at Peking Duck House or Joe’s Shanghai (known for their specialties – the duck and soup dumplings, respectively) and then sample the world’s best pastries at Ferrara’s.
My favorite travel tip for New York City is syncing your AMEX to foursquare when visiting the open. $10 credit for a $20 purchase. This worked on each of my 6 AMEX cards last year!
My favorite travel tip for NYC is the underground walking
passageway from Grand Central station to 48th and Park Av or 47 and Madison.
A quick, easy, clean and quiet way to go uptown in inclement weather!
My favorite travel tip for New York City is to purchase a pay-per-ride MetroCard or unlimited ride Metrocard and explore the city & all the boroughs by public transit. It’s much cheaper and often faster than taking a taxi!
My favorite travel tip for New York City is to walk the Brooklyn Bridge. You’ll enjoy amazing scenery including the skylines of Manhattan and Brooklyn, the Statue of Liberty, Governor’s Island, and the Manhattan and Williamsburg Bridges. If you’re a history buff, love architecture, or just enjoy the outdoors, the Bridge is a great and FREE activity. I recommend going from the Manhattan side to the Brooklyn side so the walk can be followed by pizza at Grimaldi’s or ice cream from the Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory!
My favorite travel tip for New York City is to hang out with hot chicks around the city with a flower in one hand. :)
My favorite travel tip for New York City is … to use the transit system – take the subway and use the buses too! Buy a refillable MetroCard (can pay for up to 4 people at a time) and blend in with the locals. An easy way to traverse the city and the region, and experience NYC. Enjoy!