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GETTING AROUND

METRO CARD
Native New Yorkers favor two modes of transportation: the subway and their feet. The former will get you everywhere fast, bypassing traffic (and, yes, it's safe). The latter will give you a chance to see the city and its inhabitants up close, and to make discoveries that aren't in any book.
You can purchase a METRO CARD at any subway station in the city. Cards range from single rides for $2, to daily and weekly unlimited passes. This is definitely the cheapest mode of transportation and you'll love the convenience! Many trains have been recently replaced and are in brand-new condition. The stations are very clean and safe. However, we recommend that you use either taxis or the bus if traveling late at night. Metro Cards also work for the bus system and you can use the same pass for subway and bus--which is a great savings and very convenient when transferring from one to the other.

TAXI CABS
Taxi Cabs are another safe alternative. They're a bit more expensive than public transportation but, compared to other cities in the world, they're relatively cheap--especially if you're just hopping across town. Taxis are great when you're in a hurry or just tired of walking and want to get back to your hotel.

Hailing a cab
Hailing a cab is fairly simple: Make sure the MIDDLE light is illuminated. If the middle light is OFF, that means they have a passenger and won't stop. In addition, if the side lights are illuminated and say "Off Duty", the cab driver is on a break and won't pick you up. When you see a cab that is available (i.e. center light is ON) just step off the curb slightly, make eye-contact with the driver and wave your arm back and forth. It's important to be aggressive when hailing cabs....otherwise they'll pass right by.
FOOD TIPS

New Yorkers like their food and street carts are a great place for cheap, authentic cuisine! If you see a food cart with a long queue, do yourself a favor and join the line! You may net a memorable Chinese, Indian or Jamaican meal. As for restaurants, the best guide for NYC is a current Zagat book. NYC restaurants are constantly changing, with establishments going in and out of business on a daily basis, so it's important to have recent reviews and information. If you don't have a Zagat with you, just use your judgement and feel the place out. One tip: NEVER eat at a restaurant that's completely empty! Even at off times, good restaurants will still have a few patrons going in and out.
FLYING INTO NEW YORK

Three airports
There are three airports that feed into New York City: JFK, LaGuardia and Newark. It's important to note that NONE of those airports are actually located in New York City.

LAGUARDIA
Laguardia is located in Queens and is the closest airport to Manhattan. A cab ride, with little traffic, will only take about 20 minutes to Midtown East and should cost around $20 (+ tip).

JFK
JFK is located farther out in Long Island. It's about a 45-minute cab ride to/from the city. When traveling to Manhattan (from JFK) it's always SAFEST to take a Yellow NYC Cab. There will be many town car drivers trying to solicit your business but unless you're familiar with the City, I don't recommend taking them from the airport. The Yellow Cabs are governed by the transit authority and must adhere to stricter policies. In addition, they charge a FLAT RATE from the Airport (which is currently $45+tip/tolls) so you always know what to expect. When you land, just look for the signs leading to the Taxi Station.

There is also PUBLIC transport from JFK that runs about $7 for the entire trip via train/subway. It's a great way to save money but it's a lot more work than hopping in a cab and can take an hour or more. If you have a lot of people/luggage, taxis are your best option. If, however, you don't mind changing trains and carrying your luggage up/down stairs then look for the signs leading to the "AIR TRAIN". Once you arrive at the Air Train terminal, be sure to ask one of the helpers for advice on buying the correct ticket.

NEWARK
NEWARK is located in New Jersey and is approximately 16 miles from Midtown Manhattan. While the Air Train from JFK can be quite cumbersome, the Air Train from Newark is relatively easy to use and much faster/cheaper than taking a cab or bus. The one-way trip costs about $12 and will land you at Penn Station. Once you arrive in Newark, just look for signs leading to the "AIR TRAIN" terminal. There are helpers standing by to answer questions.
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