Preparing to visit NYC: Tips & What to Expect (FIRST TIMERS MUST WATCH)

If you're thinking of coming to New York City, then you'll need to prepare for a lot! In this video, we're going to share tips, tricks, and advice on what to expect when you arrive in NYC. We'll cover topics like where to stay, what to do, and where to eat. We hope this video helps you make the most of your trip to one of the world's most iconic cities!

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[billionaire]

I went to NY two weeks ago and your channel help me so much.. my tips I learn
1) bring a portable battery charger because you most like be out all day and taking pics video… *Bonus tip clear storage space for videos/pics
2) try budget in at least one of two rides share instead subway that way you see the city while you get your location.. Revel was very good because they have Tesla and you can see buildings threw the rooftop of car
3. Use restrooms when you can especially if it’s place you paid for a item.. Not a lot clean public restrooms in city
4. Leave room to walk & explore. I found so many cool places because I decided to walk
5.. Go to NY with a postive mindset that “everyone is kind and nice to me everywhere I go” often we hear bad things about places and we go in with that mindset” I felt safe and everyone was so helpful and nice.. Yes you might get ignored and you have factor in some people might night understand your language because they only speaks theirs..

[paulw]

If you plan on eating in Chinatown, bring cash.

[platypusperry]

I'm from central/eastern Europe where average middle class wage is around 1200€/month. We love to travel so I'm in charge of budgeting our trips. I went in 2019 to NYC with my mom for two weeks. The whole trip (including airbnb in Jersey, fly tickets, 10 days NY pass, food, public transport, ubers, NFL game and little cash) cost us about 2500€ for both. I love low budget travelling! Next time we would definitely pay more and stay in Manhattan but besides that it was great!!!

[raaindrrop]

I went to NYC in 2014 with my graduating class and I remember being surprised at just how much walking we did. I wore relatively comfy shoes but my feet were definetly killing me at the end of every single day. The bottoms of shoes were worn entirely by the end of the trip (they were cheap shoes) and to this day I don't think I have done that much walking since! 😅

[stevedavenport]

I always find it cool when a local guide opines about their home town because it takes some effort to step out of the "meh, its just my hometown" and see what is truly cool about it.

[MRP]

Sarah
As a person who likes trains and takes the Subway to work as well as Rangers games.
At a Subway station on the platform go to the middle of the platform and look for a striped bar and cameras. That is where the conductor is or go to the front of the station that is where the motor man is . They have 2 way radios to contact dispatchers who can notify NYPD or FDNY or other MTA issues.
Summer weather is coming. Wear shorts or light clothes.
Be careful for Severe weather. In NYC the weather changes fast.The National Weather Service sends out watches and warnings via the cell phone.

[HappyPhantom]

I’m currently researching and preparing for my first trip to NYC in November. It’ll be my first time in the US and I’m sooo excited. Been waiting for this for years!!
Love your content so far, will definitely keep your tips in mind when putting together an itinerary!

[SJ_]

Is no one talking about her earrings!? Absolutely fabulous Sarah! 🤩

[Castorp-wndh]

I'm visiting NYC in August 2024. Thank you very much for the tips! They are loud and clear!

[beppo]

5:27 the line for legitimate yellow cabs at LaGuardia is not at all obvious when you exit the airport. You have to go all the way to the forward end of the Arrivals section and then cross the street and go behind a wall. Anybody looking to ride a yellow cab from LGA, you have to follow the signs and go across the road. If you can't find the taxi line, ask a uniformed airport employee.

[JoseFlores-kljm]

As always Sarah thank you for making these videos. As someone who has traveled to NYC four times these videos are a good reminder of the do's and don't's in NYC.

[UguuUng]

I'm going to get out of Quebec for the first time in my life in 1 month (when I'll be 18) alone for about 5 days. This video was extremely helpful, mainly for the way to get around with subways and the internet (I hadn't even thought about that)
This will be a little test trip for when I actually go to other countries like Japan, England etc.
Thank you ^^

[johantattoos]

I will be visiting New York soon for the first time and everything you shared is really appreciated, I already took notes of all that valuable information. Amazing Video, Thank Youuu !

[genevieverodriguez]

Im gonna visit NYC next week and i feel really lucky to find your videos, thanks for all the tips & advices, appreciate it so much

[Trace-zs]

u are so kind, because you tell us how to prevent things from being stolen in the video.😍

[Ceol]

I'm coming from Ireland for 10 days in Sept, can't wait! Got an amazing deal on a room in NYC in airbnb & got flights for under 400 by just checking every possible date I could go.😂

[LuisYanes]

All great tips! Just had someone ask where to stay in midtown so I'm glad you mentioned the other areas! 😊

[surlespasdondine]

We have been travelling a lot with our kids but we reserve New York for in a few years when they can stay up later and we can see a Broadway show together. ❤

[ReymundoAguilarJr]

Great tips! I went to New York City in 1985 with my beloved uncle and we had fun hanging out for the day. I’ll definitely keep your tips in mind for the next time I visit NYC.

[worldtraveler]

Grew up in the NE, but It’s been 30 years so I’m binging your videos before we bring our crew. Thank you!