New York
New York is easily one of the most cosmopolitan cities on the planet. Known as the concrete jungle where dreams are made of, New York has an air about it that no other city can easily live up to. This vibrant city is a top destination for travelers seeking a unique blend of culture, history, and entertainment. At least 800 different languages are spoken in New York so you can just imagine just how diverse their cuisines is. Take in the signature landmarks such as the Empire State building and more. Enjoy some of the most luxury hotels, high end shopping, mouth watering cuisines and of course loads to do, New York should be on every travellers bucket list.
Tipping.
Restaurants and bars- It is customary to tip 15% to 20% to all waiters.
Taxi- It is customary to tip 15% to 20% to drivers.
Hotels- Bellhops are usually given $2 per bag in luxury hotels, $1 per bag elsewhere. Hotel maids should be tipped $2 per day of your stay. A doorman who hails or helps you into a cab can be tipped $1-$2.
Lingo in Amsterdam.
New York is full of diverse cultures and languages, everyone you meet will converse differently. However New York has lingo thats definitive to the city. If you like to be apart of the city it is best to know a few phrases. So lucky for you, we got you covered. Here’s a couple phrases to help you get by.
General lingo.
Grill = to stare at someone in a judgmental or angry way
Kid/Son = a caring term used to refer to a close friend
Guap/Cake/Cheese = three different words all used to refer to money
The City = Manhattan; within the greater area of New York City, Manhattan is referred to as “The City”.
Eating out/ shopping lingo.
Regular coffee = a coffee made with a large helping of cream and sugar
Schmear = A lot of cream cheese
Pie= They’re talking about pizza!
Bodega = A small shop / grocery store where you go to get all your essential items, snacks and morning coffee.
Get your flirt on!
Kiss me if I’m wrong, but isn’t your rent super cheap?
Falling for you would be a shorter trip than the S train
Hey, babe. What’s your hurricane evacuation zone?
My mind feels like Hudson River Park. Cause you’ve been running through it all day.
My jaw just dropped faster than cell service underground.
Transport from JKF Airport.
There are 5 ways to get from JKF Airport to Manhattan - by train, bus, taxi, hotel shuttle, and bike.
Taxi.
Hailing a taxi outside of JKF Airport is the easiest way to head into the city. There are plenty of taxis available at any time of the day. They usually charge a flat rate but can be fussy about baggage.
AirTrain or subway transfer.
Both of these options are available within the airport terminals and are both convenient ways to travel, however maybe difficult if there is a lot of baggage.
Private transfer.
Taxi companies provide the opportunity for private transfers depending on the amount of people and baggage, you can find one outside the airport or book prior.
Limo.
If you prefer living up your stay in NYC a limo option is at your fingertips. You will have to prebook your vehicle and prices can vary.
Taxi shuttle.
This is one of the other convenient ways of getting into the city. However you will be sharing with other people and the travel time is unknown depending on stops and traffic, however you will get to know many of the New York streets.
Best time to travel.
Visit the city anytime between April to early June, or around September to early November,
