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Good thread. Hopefully this'll be my Honeymoon destination :)
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New York
- Thread starter The Flying Scotsman
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yogi bear up the cagire
Life President⭐
I mentioned this earlier but for any night owls there is 'Up all night' on Radio Five Live.
I often find myself waking up in the middle of the night and when I have little problems getting back to sleep, I put the earpieces in an listen for a while. The programmes are usually presented by Rhod Sharp / Dotun Adebayo (the latter I find more interesting).
A huge range of different topics and phone-ins, including world music, book and film reviews and there is a good phone-in programme taking in European, African and American football. Relevant to this thread, at about 1.30 am (I think) Sunday morning, it is generally Dotun that has a phone-in on New York, that can be good. He often has the 'Gabby-Cabby' (a New York taxi driver) who provides his words of wisdom and advice for those visiting the Big Apple and you can phone and ask questions. Sometimes I have difficulties with Spanish National Radio fading in and out...........
..........but shouldn't be a problem for those listening in England! If you don't fancy listening in the middle of the night you can pick the programme up on line and listen to it when you want.
I often find myself waking up in the middle of the night and when I have little problems getting back to sleep, I put the earpieces in an listen for a while. The programmes are usually presented by Rhod Sharp / Dotun Adebayo (the latter I find more interesting).
A huge range of different topics and phone-ins, including world music, book and film reviews and there is a good phone-in programme taking in European, African and American football. Relevant to this thread, at about 1.30 am (I think) Sunday morning, it is generally Dotun that has a phone-in on New York, that can be good. He often has the 'Gabby-Cabby' (a New York taxi driver) who provides his words of wisdom and advice for those visiting the Big Apple and you can phone and ask questions. Sometimes I have difficulties with Spanish National Radio fading in and out...........
..........but shouldn't be a problem for those listening in England! If you don't fancy listening in the middle of the night you can pick the programme up on line and listen to it when you want.
The General
The Mouse (*)
Can we not encourage The Flying Scotsman to eat too much please, even if it is for his own good as the man is trying to run a marathon!!
I have no tips or advice as ive never been to NYC before.
Cheers
I have no tips or advice as ive never been to NYC before.
Cheers
Bob Cratchitt
Devil's Advocate
Cue all the tips to go jogging through Central Park :D
I have been to NYC a few times and took Mrs BC last November, Thanksgiving Week in fact. Which is a great time to be in NYC as you not only get Thanksgiving but the Craziest Sales in the shops (Black Friday), a full day of NFL on the TV, and the Xmas Decorations start to appear that weekend as well.
I tend to stay away from most tourist stuff and just do whatever, as I am sure I will be going again, so no real tips from me apart from enjoy yourself and do not feel under pressure to do everything. To be honest is a Broadway show that much different to a West End show?
seany t
President
All great advice here.
I might be going back in September myself to treat my Mum to a weekend away, but need to do it on the cheap.
Thankfully food is cheap, so stock up with two hearty meals a day, and lots of great things are free (Central Park, walking around Macy's, Time Square, Grand Central, Statten Island Ferry, walking over Brooklyn Bridge, visiting the Ghostbusters fire station, art galleries & museums on certain nights).
I intend to do this next time too, which just opened up - a disused metro line they've now converted into a garden walkway that winds through the lower west side of Manhattan: http://www.thehighline.org/
I might be going back in September myself to treat my Mum to a weekend away, but need to do it on the cheap.
Thankfully food is cheap, so stock up with two hearty meals a day, and lots of great things are free (Central Park, walking around Macy's, Time Square, Grand Central, Statten Island Ferry, walking over Brooklyn Bridge, visiting the Ghostbusters fire station, art galleries & museums on certain nights).
I intend to do this next time too, which just opened up - a disused metro line they've now converted into a garden walkway that winds through the lower west side of Manhattan: http://www.thehighline.org/
seany t
President
Also, something people rarely do but which is great is to see the city by boat. You can only appreciate it's scale from a distance, and the cheap water taxis or pretty cheap boat trips provide ample opportunities to see the taller buildings, get some snaps, put the city into context etc.
My biggest piece of advice would be get up early, get in late, do as much walking as you can as there really is no better way to see the city.
My biggest piece of advice would be get up early, get in late, do as much walking as you can as there really is no better way to see the city.
Interpol Shrimper
Member
I fully intend to do the FDNY and the 9/11 museums too the next time I go.
Also fancied doing a "neighborhood style" trip to NYC where you stay for a few days but only go 5 blocks either way (north, south, east or west) at any point during the trip.
Also fancied doing a "neighborhood style" trip to NYC where you stay for a few days but only go 5 blocks either way (north, south, east or west) at any point during the trip.
londonblue
Topgun Pilot
Don't make me laugh. Try reading the AAIB reports. They're probably more accurate.
The Flying Scotsman
Gaffer
I've booked up my Knicks tickets for the Saturday v Memphis Grizzlies (who?)
Also booked up for Empire State and Statue of Liberty.
Work are taking me out for dinner to this place which looks pretty good:
http://www.churrascariatribeca.com/
Also booked up for Empire State and Statue of Liberty.
Work are taking me out for dinner to this place which looks pretty good:
http://www.churrascariatribeca.com/
Uncle Leo
This cook is an anti-semite
They were meant to be absolute toilet this year bit have actually done ok and should make the play-offs in the Western Conference.
And if you're thinking "Hmm, can't imagine there are many Grizzlies in Memphis" they were originally the Vancouver Grizzlies but moved as no-one in Vancouver gave a ****.
EastStandBlue
Life President
Aye, People in Vancouver prefer to swoon over huge, sweaty lumps with barely a tooth left on Ice Skates.
In terms of players to look out for, for the Knicks Danillo Galinari was a first round draft pick (5th or 6th) and Eddy Curry is a bit of a legend. For the Grizzlies Marc Gasol is the brother of Lakers' Paul and OJ Mayo was another first round draft pick and is a decent player.
Be sure to get there a good hour or two before the game starts, though... Should give you plenty of time to have a look around, take in the atmosphere and ogle at some cheerleaders.
In terms of players to look out for, for the Knicks Danillo Galinari was a first round draft pick (5th or 6th) and Eddy Curry is a bit of a legend. For the Grizzlies Marc Gasol is the brother of Lakers' Paul and OJ Mayo was another first round draft pick and is a decent player.
Be sure to get there a good hour or two before the game starts, though... Should give you plenty of time to have a look around, take in the atmosphere and ogle at some cheerleaders.
Interpol Shrimper
Member
Puts my tickets for the Scottish Rocks v Essex Pirates in perspective, sob...sob...sniff!!!
Also, I'd imagine you'll love TriBeCa, one of the best parts of NYC we found last time (went to de Niro's TriBeCa Bar & Grill, saw Dave Gorman in there actually!)
Bob Cratchitt
Devil's Advocate
Brazilian restaurants such as these are great places, when they walk around with all the meat on swords/skewers it is quite mad, a true meat eaters paradise.
The Flying Scotsman
Gaffer
Had a great time all and thanks for your tips etc... I was fairly fortunate to be staying in Tribeca, which is a pretty decent place on Manhattan. Things i managed to do:
Sports Event
Went to Madison Square Garden to see the New York Knicks v Mephis Grizzlies. High scoring game which the Grizzlies won 120-109. Very frustrating game for the Knicks as they went 13 points down very early, but then managed to draw all square. This went on throughout (Knicks were never more than 3 points ahead) and the scores were even tied at 107-107 with a few minutes left before the Grizzlies stormed through to win. Amazing atmosphere throughout, so much happening and lots of fun! Such a difference to Roots hall at the moment.
Eating & Drinking
Churasscaria Tribeca - Brazillian Steakhouse. Truely one of the finest meals I have ever had. Extra strong cocktails, good chilean wine, decent salad/starter bar but undoubtedly the highlight was the 15 different types of meats on offer the best being the suckling pig and skirt steak. Tip - Don't eat too much at the salad bar it would just be a waste of space.
The Bubbles Lounge - just opposite the place above, and a very chilled out champagne bar which just oozed class.
Bubby's for Breakfast - Pancakes to die for - http://bubbys.com/index.php/Tribeca/
Katz Deli - East Houston Street. Famous for the scene on When Harry met Sally but huge sandwiches and mighty tasty.
Tir Na Nog - Just an Irish Bar on 8th Avenue between 33rd & 34th street but served a purpose. Met up with benji there for a few beers which ended up being a few too many but good fun. We went somewhere after but no idea where.
Sights viewed
Grand Central Station - Unbelievable building when it is just a functioning train station
Chrysler Building
Top of the Rock - day visit.
Empire State Building - went at midnight, very quiet but see all the sights of NYC at night. A fantastic view.
Central park - Lovely place to walk through, especially with all the snow we had - up to my knee in some parts!!
Statue of Liberty - You only really get to appreciate this place once you get up close and it is impressive.
Brooklyn Bridge - Worth a trip but try not to do it when you've already done a load of walking as you'll collapse!
Times Square - Didn't really get the fuss. Seemed just like Leicester Square/Picaddilly Circus. Lots of other places I would go to first.
Shops
I didn't do too much of this thankfully but the missus went out whilst at work and was a big fan of "Century 21". This is a bit like a Debenhams but bigger with better value branded clothing. We went to the downtown store but sure there are others.
We also went to Macy's on the Saturday as they were having a one day sale and both of us managed to get loads of clobber.
Fifth Avenue has an abundence of designer shops which are pricey - tried not to spend too long there.
Apple Store on Fifth Avenue - Well worth a trip. It's a glass cube entrance on the corner by Central park. We bought a laptop from here and had a couple of modifications to it which meant we had to pick it up. We thought we'd check what time they close - They don't!
Sports Event
Went to Madison Square Garden to see the New York Knicks v Mephis Grizzlies. High scoring game which the Grizzlies won 120-109. Very frustrating game for the Knicks as they went 13 points down very early, but then managed to draw all square. This went on throughout (Knicks were never more than 3 points ahead) and the scores were even tied at 107-107 with a few minutes left before the Grizzlies stormed through to win. Amazing atmosphere throughout, so much happening and lots of fun! Such a difference to Roots hall at the moment.
Eating & Drinking
Churasscaria Tribeca - Brazillian Steakhouse. Truely one of the finest meals I have ever had. Extra strong cocktails, good chilean wine, decent salad/starter bar but undoubtedly the highlight was the 15 different types of meats on offer the best being the suckling pig and skirt steak. Tip - Don't eat too much at the salad bar it would just be a waste of space.
The Bubbles Lounge - just opposite the place above, and a very chilled out champagne bar which just oozed class.
Bubby's for Breakfast - Pancakes to die for - http://bubbys.com/index.php/Tribeca/
Katz Deli - East Houston Street. Famous for the scene on When Harry met Sally but huge sandwiches and mighty tasty.
Tir Na Nog - Just an Irish Bar on 8th Avenue between 33rd & 34th street but served a purpose. Met up with benji there for a few beers which ended up being a few too many but good fun. We went somewhere after but no idea where.
Sights viewed
Grand Central Station - Unbelievable building when it is just a functioning train station
Chrysler Building
Top of the Rock - day visit.
Empire State Building - went at midnight, very quiet but see all the sights of NYC at night. A fantastic view.
Central park - Lovely place to walk through, especially with all the snow we had - up to my knee in some parts!!
Statue of Liberty - You only really get to appreciate this place once you get up close and it is impressive.
Brooklyn Bridge - Worth a trip but try not to do it when you've already done a load of walking as you'll collapse!
Times Square - Didn't really get the fuss. Seemed just like Leicester Square/Picaddilly Circus. Lots of other places I would go to first.
Shops
I didn't do too much of this thankfully but the missus went out whilst at work and was a big fan of "Century 21". This is a bit like a Debenhams but bigger with better value branded clothing. We went to the downtown store but sure there are others.
We also went to Macy's on the Saturday as they were having a one day sale and both of us managed to get loads of clobber.
Fifth Avenue has an abundence of designer shops which are pricey - tried not to spend too long there.
Apple Store on Fifth Avenue - Well worth a trip. It's a glass cube entrance on the corner by Central park. We bought a laptop from here and had a couple of modifications to it which meant we had to pick it up. We thought we'd check what time they close - They don't!
Benji91
American Idol
other place was Brother Jimmys - http://www.brotherjimmys.com/ - only because Deno's Bikini bar was closed down by the cops. Big loss to the city
The Flying Scotsman
Gaffer
Indeed, the streets made me feel brand new and the lights did inspire me.
shrimperman
Manager
Good thread this. For anyone else who is planning trips to NYC, I have something to add. Don't go to the Guggenhiem, it looks pretty cool. It's not. It's rubbish.
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