Musketeer Gripweed Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 (edited) That's my next trip booked. Going in May for 5 nights. Booked an apartment on 34th Street instead of a hotel. It wasn't that much more expensive. My niece can now drive over there, passed a test and everything. f**k knows how she managed that. She'll be driving us up to Woodbury Common this time, means I can buy loads more. Other things I need to do this time include walking Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, Yankee Stadium (hopefully for either a footbnall match with Lampard's new team or a Yankees match), and a river cruise at night round Manhattan. And Cinnabon Chillattas. Edited September 30, 2014 by Musketeer Gripweed 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MONKMAN Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 If you're walking the Brooklyn bridge, try and get a drink or two in one of the outdoor bars on the riverside in Dumbo. The Brooklyn bridge wine bar is good. Gives you time to appreciate the views of Manhattan. Beware of the cyclists on the bridge though, they're lunatics. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honest Saints Fan Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Apartment rentals are illegal and 90% are a scam. Please cancel if you can and book a hotel. Lots of people who have booked an apartment have found the apartment doesn't exist. Police try and close them down as soon as possible. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musketeer Gripweed Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 There is a cracking boozer just beside the entrance to the empire state building,it brews all its bevy in house and its a pleasant place to while away an evening if you have just done the tour Heartland Brewery. Got a place up near the big bus terminal as well, although I've been told to stay clear of that area at night. The one on 34th was good though. I got just over $1900 from Santa, should see me through. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honest Saints Fan Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 That's if the apartment actually exists. You are breaking the law. Cancel while you have time and book a hotel. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyerTon Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Best brunch in NYC? http://www.mortonsgrille.com/locations/new-york-city.asp 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DigOutYourSoul Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Going for Chirstmas next year. Xmas Eve, Xmas day, Boxing Day 27th and 28th. 4 nights for £650 including flights with British Airways. Going to be strange being there for Xmas but still plenty of shows on broadway, bars and restaurants open as well as numerous other attractions. Hopefully its not -10 and we can actually get around and do things. Can't wait to go back. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musketeer Gripweed Posted March 4, 2015 Share Posted March 4, 2015 I was hoping to take in an MLS match when I was over in May, but having done a bit of research New York City are playing the Red Bulls on the night we leave, which is a bit of a shame. However, the Yankees are at home for four days when we are there. As someone who has no real interest in baseball (I don't even know how long a match lasts to be honest), is it worth thinking about getting tickets, just for the spectacle? Just missing the NBA playoffs by a few days as well which is a real pisser. Been told that going to a match at MSG would have been amazing. Oh well. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shengus Khan Posted March 5, 2015 Share Posted March 5, 2015 However, the Yankees are at home for four days when we are there. As someone who has no real interest in baseball (I don't even know how long a match lasts to be honest), is it worth thinking about getting tickets, just for the spectacle? I've not been to see the Yankees but I went to see the Blue Jays v Red Sox when I was in Toronto a couple of years back and loved it. I didn't have a clue what was happening but the atmosphere was great (if somewhat different) and the boy beside me was more than happy to explain what was happening. Throw in a few beers and you've got yourself a lovely old time. I'd recommend it. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2bobbylinns Posted March 6, 2015 Share Posted March 6, 2015 Went to see the Giants in San Francisco a few years ago having no idea what was going on. Left totally hooked. Going to see Yankees play the Red Sox in April and can't wait. Go for it 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshmallo Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 Just missing the NBA playoffs by a few days as well which is a real pisser. Been told that going to a match at MSG would have been amazing. Oh well. The Knicks are the worst team in the league so would be nowhere near the playoffs. Not sure on if the Rangers would still be in the NHL playoffs, they were when I was over in May last year. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
git-intae-thum Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 I've not been to see the Yankees but I went to see the Blue Jays v Red Sox when I was in Toronto a couple of years back and loved it. I didn't have a clue what was happening but the atmosphere was great (if somewhat different) and the boy beside me was more than happy to explain what was happening. Throw in a few beers and you've got yourself a lovely old time. I'd recommend it. I concur. Had a good time at the ny mets great new stadium. baseball is a bizaree sport though. Half the fans went shopping in the stadium concourse during the game leaving us sitting up in the stand. I also felt like a dummy when i was caught on the way back frae the bar 4 beers (expert) in hand at the half time interval national anthem playing. There was the stadium standing with hand on chest belting it out and me standing like a dive wi 4 pints on the stairs. I wiz proud to be id'd as well at the gran ol age o 34. ???????? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJM77 Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Off to NJ on Sunday to see family but I presume I'll be spending a few days in NY, already going to a Knicks game, what are the other must-see things/things to do? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazzle Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Off to NJ on Sunday to see family but I presume I'll be spending a few days in NY, already going to a Knicks game, what are the other must-see things/things to do? Best thing you could do would be skip the Knicks game and go to a Nets game instead. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Other Foot Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Best brunch in NYC? http://www.mortonsgrille.com/locations/new-york-city.asp Tartine in Greenwich Village is worthy of a shout-out too. Also, just finished Martin Amis' Money. Good read for any NY fans out there. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Other Foot Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Best thing you could do would be skip the Knicks game and go to a Mets game instead. FTFY. Baseball > Hand football. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazzle Posted April 2, 2015 Share Posted April 2, 2015 FTFY. Baseball > Hand football. I would genuinely rather go to a Broadway show or some other boring shite for hours on end than go and watch baseball, up there with cricket in the dull stakes. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJM77 Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Best thing you could do would be skip the Knicks game and go to a Nets game instead. I would if it weren't for my family over there being Knicks fans 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Connolly Posted April 4, 2015 Share Posted April 4, 2015 I would if it weren't for my family over there being Knicks fans I was offered the same choice, but opted for the Knicks for the chance to see a game at MSG. Totally worth it, especially since the Knicks lost in OT! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MONKMAN Posted April 4, 2015 Share Posted April 4, 2015 I wouldn't waste 10 seconds of being in New York, on either basketball or baseball. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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