In a few weeks I'll be flying into NYC around 9:00 AM and flying out around 9:00 PM, and I'd like to take a shower somewhere and maybe even leave my bag for the day so I can wander the city. So far the only options I've found are to pay about $50 for access to an airline lounge, which seems too pricey for what I want, or to book a hotel room. Surely there are cheaper options? I'm not too picky about location, but somewhere in Lower Manhattan would probably be best. Please help me out, New Yorkers!
posted by reductiondesign
on May 13, 2013 -
20 answers
As I said in
my last post, I'm packing up and hitting the road to travel the world for a year. I have a one bedroom apartment full of stuff in Brooklyn Heights, NY that I need to store. I'm going to try to pare down as much as possible, but I have nice furniture that I paid a good amount of money for and like, as well as art and books, much of which I want to keep. Having done some quick searching online, it definitely appears to make sense to store much of my furniture from my cost/benefit point of view, versus buying all new furniture at similar prices to what I previously spent when I get back. I'm looking for climate controlled storage for a large one bedroom worth of stuff, anywhere in the NYC area.
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posted by traveltheworld
on Mar 28, 2013 -
5 answers
I need good estimates on timing for a cab ride from the East Village to La Guardia on a Tuesday afternoon.
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posted by COBRA!
on Sep 27, 2012 -
13 answers
I'm planning on visiting the East Coast this July -- the area roughly from Boston to Washington, DC. I don't really have a set plan yet, aside from visiting NYC for a couple of days (up to a week), hopefully visiting Boston for a few days, and hanging out along the Maryland/DC border for a conference. Travel tips/suggestions?
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posted by archagon
on Jun 20, 2012 -
22 answers
New England Adventure Filter: Looking for suggestions for a short adventure with a lucky friend who’s (hopefully) real good fer adventurin’ with. A night’s drive radius from southeastern Vermont, tiny budget, dog and skateboard friendly. Ideas?
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posted by Grandysaur
on Jun 15, 2012 -
4 answers
Can anyone recommend any queer events/hangouts in New York City? By "queer", I mean non-standard gender/sexuality and probably radical left politics. By "events", I mean DIY shows, potlucks, reading groups, screenings or whatever else. By "hangouts" I mean social centres, autonomous spaces, concert venues, cafes and bars.
posted by maryrosecook
on Jun 7, 2012 -
9 answers
I've been awarded a fellowship that allows me to go on an international study tour of Sweden and the USA. Metafilter locals, tell me where I should stay in New York, San Francisco and Honolulu. Bonus question: what cafes/ shops/ other places should I check out on my weekends off? Details after the jump...
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posted by Alice Russel-Wallace
on Feb 6, 2012 -
11 answers
What's the best way to get from La Guardia airport (LGA) to Stamford, CT during the evening rush hour? A lot of details inside.
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posted by dersins
on Sep 13, 2011 -
13 answers
I'm visiting New York City for the second time. The first time I was there for a month and travelled alone and did little of the "tourist" stuff. Now I'm going with my girlfriend who hasn't seem the city yet.
I'm looking for personal experiences instead of general tourist guide style descriptions.
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posted by wolfr
on Aug 6, 2011 -
25 answers
What are some urbanist/transit/cartography/local history-related attractions, exhibits or experiences I can visit/have when I am in New York City in mid-August?
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posted by andrewesque
on Jul 26, 2011 -
16 answers
Looking for good, cheap accommodation in Buffalo, NY. My partner is visiting to work at Buffalo Uni for about 7 days in late September. They've offered to organise accommodation in a Holiday Inn at $98 a night. This feels a little steep. We'd like to shop around a bit, perhaps look at alternatives other than a hotel/motel. Perhaps a student "sleep in my spare room" scheme or something. Advice much appreciated.
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posted by 0bvious
on Jul 12, 2011 -
14 answers
Hi
I am visiting NY city October-November 2011. Last year I brought back to Australia the Staples 'Easy' button for the 4 people I managed as gifts. That was a great success!!
This year I manage 20 people. I need distinctively New York gifts, under $5 each, light to pack, suitable for office workers.
Any ideas?
posted by Nayano
on Jul 1, 2011 -
8 answers
In 1934, could you travel by rail from New York City to Paterson, NJ? What route would you have taken, with which train-lines? If you could not have traveled by rail, would there have been a bus route?
posted by Marquis
on Jun 8, 2011 -
16 answers
Renter's insurance and travel, special libelous snowflake edition: I live in New York City and want renter's insurance that (a) covers libel and (b) will cover my wife's nice (~$2k with lenses) camera *when she is travelling*. I can't get a straight answer out of any insurance companies on what their policies actually cover. Can anyone recommend a company?
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posted by novalis_dt
on May 31, 2011 -
11 answers
Help a first-time visitor to the US decide how to split her trip between DC and New York.
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posted by Tamanna
on Feb 21, 2011 -
38 answers
Hooray, we're taking our first "big kid" vacation to New York City for a week! ...um, what now? (March 13-19 edition)
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posted by joshuaconner
on Feb 10, 2011 -
20 answers
I'm headed to New York City soon and would like to visit some landmarks from 70s or 80s TV shows (with a preference toward sitcoms). I tried (unsuccessfully) to hunt down the front door from "The Cosby Show" -- what else can I look for?
posted by laze
on Dec 6, 2010 -
12 answers
Last minute trip to New York, and need somewhere good-value and well-connect to stay.
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posted by sid.tv
on Aug 24, 2010 -
15 answers
Where should I travel in Asia and the wider world between February and August 2011? Should I travel there and then at all? I'm trying to plan a round-the-world trip and am finding it very difficult. Apologies for my rambling question - I could really do with your help.
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posted by Kirn
on Aug 14, 2010 -
13 answers
What's the best way to get from New York to Seattle without losing too much money (or my life) and possibly getting a great experience too?
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posted by divabat
on Jul 29, 2010 -
15 answers
What interesting things should we stop at, or what interesting places should we stay at on the course of our roadtrip from Columbus, Ohio to Stockbridge, Massachusetts in mid-August?
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posted by pixiecrinkle
on Jul 29, 2010 -
11 answers
Going to the city for a week! New York. Aug 12-17. Been there a bunch but I've always had money to blow. This time I'm broke. It's my birthday week and I'll be with a likewise broke grad student friend (who is a very recent transplant). Suggestions?
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posted by sarelicar
on Jul 29, 2010 -
19 answers
Hudson Valley Filter: I will be attending a writer's retreat in Ancramdale from October 8-10, 2010. I will be staying at the retreat center for those days but cannot stay there before or after. I would like to take 5-7 days before or after the retreat to see the sights and write.
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posted by Sophie1
on Jun 4, 2010 -
8 answers
What's going on in New York this week/weekend? I'm on my own in Manhattan for a week! Now what should I do with my time? Looking in particular for coffee recs (not Starbucks), non-chain store shopping, little galleries, stuff I can do later at night on my own.
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posted by scribbler
on Jun 2, 2010 -
21 answers
Looking to move to NYC and become an EMT. Got any advice of the "Man, I wish I knew that back when I started!" sort?
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posted by genericdave
on Jun 1, 2010 -
25 answers
Highly Specific Travel Filter: What can my family do —
together — in New York in May?
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posted by rebekah
on Apr 27, 2010 -
17 answers
Any recommendations for New York City Midtown/Times Square hotels for about $250 a night, including taxes?
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posted by jroybal
on Mar 13, 2010 -
10 answers
Please tell me about your experience on the Chinatown bus from NYC to the southeast. Should I put my friend on it so she can get home?
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posted by greta simone
on Dec 20, 2009 -
9 answers
Please recommend a simple route on public transportation to go from JFK airport to White Plains Airport (Westchester County).
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posted by SLC Mom
on Aug 23, 2009 -
7 answers
I know this is a semi-silly question with near infinite possibilities for answers, but what should I be doing to feel a little less like a tourist while I'm in Manhattan this weekend?
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posted by paxton
on Aug 5, 2009 -
43 answers
I'm attending a writer's retreat from Oct. 15-18 in Ancram, NY and need some info on staying around for a few more days.
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posted by Sophie1
on Jul 22, 2009 -
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