Take a Vacation

[Northwestcoug]

Omaha will know much better than most here. But we visited New York in a time crunch also, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art is not to be missed. The 9/11 memorial is somber and powerful. We didn’t pay to go into the memorial building. Stroll around Central Park and catch a Broadway show. Mrs. Diddley will appreciate it more than you.

[Bo Diddley]

Omaha will know much better than most here. But we visited New York in a time crunch also, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art is not to be missed. The 9/11 memorial is somber and powerful. We didn’t pay to go into the memorial building. Stroll around Central Park and catch a Broadway show. Mrs. Diddley will appreciate it more than you.

What's displayed at the Met? By way of comparison, in London we went in to the British Museum to see the Rosetta Stone. Took some pics, looked around briefly and left. We might save the theater for our next London trip.

[PaloAltoCougar]

Bo, several others and I have made a number of suggestions in the Nw York, New York thread. Most of what was written is still good advice (and I stand by my Frick-instead-of-the-Met rec, and the Circle Line Tour). And to go into the 9/11 Museum but only if you're looking for a very strong visceral reaction. Standing in a darkened alcove listening to recordings of people's final cell calls to their loved ones shortly before the Towers collapsed is heartrending. Kleenex boxes encircle the room and they must go through dozens everyday.

As for where to stay, I prefer the area from Times Square to Central Park, but I'd let the best deal trump (!) location in Manhattan as getting around is fast and easy.

[Bo Diddley]

Bo, several others and I have made a number of suggestions in the Nw York, New York thread. Most of what was written is still good advice (and I stand by my Frick-instead-of-the-Met rec, and the Circle Line Tour). And to go into the 9/11 Museum but only if you're looking for a very strong visceral reaction. Standing in a darkened alcove listening to recordings of people's final cell calls to their loved ones shortly before the Towers collapsed is heartrending. Kleenex boxes encircle the room and they must go through dozens everyday.

As for where to stay, I prefer the area from Times Square to Central Park, but I'd let the best deal trump (!) location in Manhattan as getting around is fast and easy.

I was planning to do a specific search eventually, but love being able to bump ByronMarchant's thread when I get a chance. This discussion should probably be moved to the Nw York New York thread.

[Omaha 680]

It's a short trip, and we don't like to cram, so probably just looking for the highlights. We're taking the red-eye from SLC to JFK Monday night, so we'll be there first thing Tuesday morning, and then fly back home on Friday. On this trip, I probably want to see architecture, history and food, with maybe one trip to a museum (maybe). With that said, should I book my room in lower Manhattan near the 9/11 Memorial, or in Midtown near Times Square or Central Park?

Also, I'd be interested in developing a plan for September 11 to take advantage of how it's commemorated there, both in the morning and in the evening. I was thinking a water tour at night to take in the lights would be great.

Edit: I might change to an early Saturday flight return. I didn't want to interfere with the USC @ BYU football game, but more than likely that's an evening game, right?

The thread PAC linked has some good stuff in it. I'll see if I need to add anything tomorrow when I have some time to read it.

For location: Times Square rightly gets ridiculed by new Yorkers for being a place to avoid due to the crowds of meandering tourists. But honestly if you are doing a quick trip which will have a little of everything there isnt really a better base of operations. Basically central to all the sites you will visit, easy access to almost every subway line, and close to the theaters so you wont have a long trip back if you take in a show and a late dinner.

Edit: I'll add that if you are looking for a better price and a nice view there a much better locations including the financial district. But for maximizing time I typically recommend times square.

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[Bo Diddley]

The thread PAC linked has some good stuff in it. I'll see if I need to add anything tomorrow when I have some time to read it.

For location: Times Square rightly gets ridiculed by new Yorkers for being a place to avoid due to the crowds of meandering tourists. But honestly if you are doing a quick trip which will have a little of everything there isnt really a better base of operations. Basically central to all the sites you will visit, easy access to almost every subway line, and close to the theaters so you wont have a long trip back if you take in a show and a late dinner.

Edit: I'll add that if you are looking for a better price and a nice view there a much better locations including the financial district. But for maximizing time I typically recommend times square.

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I'll be spending Hilton points, and there are plenty of options including Times Square.

[clackamascoug]

I like to stay at the New Yorker by MSG. But it's mostly because the attached Tick-Tock restaurant has a very delicious Rueben. Empire State Building is just down the road too.

[Bo Diddley]

I like to stay at the New Yorker by MSG. But it's mostly because the attached Tick-Tock restaurant has a very delicious Rueben. Empire State Building is just down the road too.

So what are the must-have eats there? I'm not interested in upscale dining. I've got almost 6 months to figure it out, but I'm going to be dropping pins in Google Maps so I'm prepared.

Edit: already dropped a pin to grab a slice from Sbarro's.

[clackamascoug]

So what are the must-have eats there? I'm not interested in upscale dining. I've got almost 6 months to figure it out, but I'm going to be dropping pins in Google Maps so I'm prepared.

Edit: already dropped a pin to grab a slice from Sbarro's.

First - let me pop the bubble and say that NYC has a lot more expensive mediocre food than anyplace I've been. To get incredible food, you have to pay incredible prices. To get average food - you have to pay expensive (comparable) prices. When I'm in NYC I treat to one fine meal, and the rest of the time I'm looking for the best value. Tick-Tock at the New Yorker is my oasis - good food at a palatable price.

Here's the menu.

Here's menu #2

[Northwestcoug]

What's displayed at the Met? By way of comparison, in London we went in to the British Museum to see the Rosetta Stone. Took some pics, looked around briefly and left. We might save the theater for our next London trip.

If the British Museum didn’t do it for you, then feel free to disregard my Met advice!

[Bo Diddley]

If the British Museum didn’t do it for you, then feel free to disregard my Met advice!

[old_gregg]

First - let me pop the bubble and say that NYC has a lot more expensive mediocre food than anyplace I've been. To get incredible food, you have to pay incredible prices. To get average food - you have to pay expensive (comparable) prices. When I'm in NYC I treat to one fine meal, and the rest of the time I'm looking for the best value. Tick-Tock at the New Yorker is my oasis - good food at a palatable price.

Here's the menu.

Here's menu #2

100% not true. even many of the 3* places have some sort of lunch prix fixe ft. some of their signature dishes for ~$60 per person. main tip is don’t waste money on per se. jean georges is my fav (at least before the downgrade).

[CJF]

First - let me pop the bubble and say that NYC has a lot more expensive mediocre food than anyplace I've been. To get incredible food, you have to pay incredible prices. To get average food - you have to pay expensive (comparable) prices. When I'm in NYC I treat to one fine meal, and the rest of the time I'm looking for the best value. Tick-Tock at the New Yorker is my oasis - good food at a palatable price.

Here's the menu.

Here's menu #2

You are doing it wrong. NYC is full of great inexpensive food. Tons of neighborhood placed, ethnic diverse cuisine. Especially Asian. I’m partial to Chinese and Vietnamese in particular.

[Bo Diddley]

You are doing it wrong. NYC is full of great inexpensive food. Tons of neighborhood placed, ethnic diverse cuisine. Especially Asian. I’m partial to Chinese and Vietnamese in particular.

The missus, not so much. I love all kinds of foods though.

[clackamascoug]

You are doing it wrong. NYC is full of great inexpensive food. Tons of neighborhood placed, ethnic diverse cuisine. Especially Asian. I’m partial to Chinese and Vietnamese in particular.

The elephant in the room - is not mentioning Thai food. Bo is an American Soldier - you won't see him pandering to the Asian's cuisine.