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- Getting There
- AIRPORTS
NEWARK
This airport is linked to the North East Corridor Amtrak and NJT trains. There's a quick and well-organized monorail service connecting each of the terminals with the parking areas and the train station. The price of the AirTrain is $11.75. Bus service to the city is also available. Newark offers a full range of International and domestic flights.
- JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport is the largest international airport in New York City. It has nine terminals which are serviced by the AirTrain. The AirTrain will also take you to the Green Bus Lines Q6, Q8, Q9, Q40, Q41, and Q60 at Jamaica Station, LIRR at Jamaica Station, the E, J/Z subways at Jamaica Station, the NYC Transit Bus Lines Q20, Q24, Q30, Q31, Q43, Q44, Q54, and Q56 at Jamaica Station, the A subway at Howard Beach Station, plus you can ride all around JFK in it.
- LaGUARDIA
LaGuardia is a smaller airport with only 4 terminals. The least expensive transport from LaGuardia to Manhattan is the MTA bus for $2; there's a ticket machine just inside the bus stop. For those who only have carry-on bags, this is the best option. You have a choice of 4 buses for getting into Manhattan; ask the bus driver when you get on for a transfer ticket for the subway. You'll find a detailed map at the bus stop. When going to uptown Manhattan, take the M60. Buses Q33 and Q47 can provide transport to Jackson Heights, where you can switch to any of the many subway lines. You can even take bus Q48 to the final stop at Flushing Main and then go across the street and get on the number 7 train, that'll transport you straight to Times Square at Grand Central Station. This will be a long ride, but it'll be worth it, plus you'll be certain to get a seat on the 7 Train, as you'll be getting on at its starting station. The 7 Train is known as New York City's Most Cultural Train, since it travels through many varied districts. Also, you'll get a great view of the city.
- Getting Around
- SUBWAY
New York City's subway is among the first ever constructed, as well being one of the most complete public transportation systems in the world. It has been determined that 8 million people use its subways, buses and trains every day. For just $2 a ride, including free transfer, from anywhere in the city, that's really a hard deal to beat, but there are ways to save even more money. There's the Pay-Per-Ride MetroCard. A $10 card gets you one extra ride, while the $20 card provides two extra rides. The cards can be used by up to 4 people at a time. There's also the FunPass which, for $7, provides unlimited rides from the time you first use it until midnight of that day. This is a great choice if you're planning on taking at least four rides that day. There's also the Seven-day Unlimited Ride MetroCard for $24 and the 30-day Unlimited Ride MetroCard for $76. There are the same rules for the use of these cards as for the others. This is without a doubt the best choice for anyone who wants to stay in the city for more than a few days.
- TAXI
New York City does a good job regulating its taxis; this includes the appearance of the car on the outside to the condition of the cars on the inside, as well as the rates of the meter and the service quality. Every licensed taxi is yellow, with numbers and a medallion painted on its door. Each is without smoke or incense or music. Each has Air Conditioning. The rate begins at $2 from the moment the meter is switched on, and then for each 1/5 of a mile, 40 cents, plus 40 cents for every minute under 12 miles an hour. A standard-size taxi is only permitted to transport 4 passengers, as the cab has just 4 seat belts installed. A minivan-size taxi is permitted to transport 5 passengers. Taxi drivers may not refuse to transport someone to any address, and they have to show each of their passengers respect. There are so-called "gypsy cabs" which operate illegally and whose drivers are unlicensed. Naturally, they don't follow any of the usual regulations, so use them at your own risk.
- BUS
With traffic in Manhattan the way it is, you're sure to be late getting to wherever it is you want to go if you take the bus. This isn't to say that you shouldn't take the bus, as it's a superb way to view the landmarks and city life in a semi-comfortable environment. A really great route for doing so is the M1, which travels along Fifth and Madison Avenue, then from 59th Street to the Battery before returning. City buses are painted blue and white, and their stops are marked by blue-and-white signs. When a bus arrives at the stop you're waiting at, be sure to check the sign that's lit up on the front of the bus to confirm that it's the bus you want. The best way to pay is with a MetroCard. If you don't have one, you'll have to pay $2 in exact change. Only nickels, dimes and quarters are taken, no folding money. NYC transit operates around 30 express lines, many of which run between Staten Island and Manhattan only during the weekday rush hours.
- WALKING
Walking is one of the best ways to get around the city. You'll notice subtle changes as you pass from one neighborhood to the next. You'll discover interesting places you weren't really looking for, and there's no better place for people-watching than upon the streets among the people. Just remember to be polite. Keep to the right side when you're wandering and gawking. Tourists are a vital part of the city, just remember that some of those people live in the city, and they're late, and you're in their way.
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