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Re: safety - 13 years ago
180th Street is located near the heart of the Dominican community in Manhattan, along with a sizable Jewish enclave. The whole section is known as Washington Heights, and is one of my favorite best kept secret neighborhoods of Manhattan. Lots of great 1930's apartment buildings and some great cuisine to boot. So yes, it's for the most part, safe. I've had no trouble on either ofby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Grounds for Sculpture! - 13 years ago
I grew up in Hamilton near Greenwood. Old Victorians border the one end of the park, along with some less than pleasant modern buildings, including a run down bar called First and Ten. Shame, Hamilton is a real dump these days. If it weren't for the Grounds for Sculpture, it'd be pointless to revisit.by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Visiting New York for the first time - 14 years ago
The L-Hostel looks pretty respectable, located in a historic Romanesque tenement house and is in a vibrant part of Harlem with easy access to most West Side subway lines, mainly the 1 but the A,C, and B are close by. All of these subways will bring you into lower Manhattan but explore Harlem too while you can.by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: taxi from newark to manhattan - 14 years ago
Wow, basically the train is your best option here, you can actually see the top of the New Yorker Hotel (it has a giant neon sign which overlooks the railyards) from your train window if you look up. Best of all, it's a short walk from Penn Station's 8th Avenue Entrance to the New Yorker Hotel's entrance between 35th and 34th Streets on of course, 8th Avenue. No taxi or subway rby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Is Harlem safe at night? - 14 years ago
Hi Monica! That area is basically the border between historic 'black Harlem' and Hispanic East Harlem, so you'll be finding every ethnicity under the sun there. It's gentrifying but the local businesses still dominate the area. You won't have any trouble adapting to it, your boyfriend might be timid at first but will come to enjoy it.by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: taxi from newark to manhattan - 14 years ago
Take the Airtrain monorail to Newark Airport's New Jersey Transit Rail Station. Tickets are 15 dollars each, which is a bit pricey but compared to a taxi which could easily run you into the hundreds, it's a bargain, not to mention the traffic and other problems which plague all vehicles attempting to enter the city. The monorail even provides a decent scenic vista of the city, and belieby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Where in Manhattan to live if need to commute to Long Island for work? - 14 years ago
Well, the Long Island Railroad's terminus in Penn Station on 34th Street and 7th Avenue means you can essentially live anywhere in New York City, thanks to subways. The Port Washington Line to Great Neck is a fairly short ride and an affordable alternative to driving. Look into Queens (Sunnyside, Astoria, Long Island City) and Brooklyn (downtown Brooklyn, Greenpoint, parts of Williamsburgby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: D.Letterman show, autographs outside from guests? - 14 years ago
The Late Show tapes at 5:30 in the afternoon, Monday through Thursday at the Ed Sullivan Theatre on West Broadway between West 54th and West 53rd Streets. The few times I've meddled around the area before showtime, (4pm and such) I've seen a handful of crowds peppering the side entrances on West 53rd street for glimpses of celebs, 50 Cent was apparently there the time I was walking arouby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Rockefeller Tree - 14 years ago
December 3rd appears to be the date. The search for the tree however is still on.by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Avenue Q - 14 years ago
Indeed, it is a fantastic show worth seeing and perhaps one of the better staples of Broadway. Even during intermission the merchandise vendors and bartenders wail out hilarious comments like "Puppets are funnier when you're drunk!" Shame to see it leave. If I recall the performance I saw, I must assuredly spotted Mick Foley (of WWE fame) sitting not too far from me on the upper leby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: First Visit to New York - 14 years ago
I triply concur with the Upper West Side, used to work there (and live somewhat) around 69th Street and Central Park West, right next to Sheep's Meadow and Tavern on the Green. If you can get away from the Lincoln Center, you'll be pleased with all the old architecture, landmarks, and typical bustle of the city that manages to fit into these small little streets. However, it can almostby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: How far of a walking distance is Chelsea from Tribeca? - 14 years ago
It's going to be more than an hour's worth of walking, and generally, not worth it if you're trying to get to class on time. So, your best bet is to take the 1 Train to Franklin Street or Chambers Street (I need to know where your school is first to give better directions but those are the primary stops in the heart of Tribeca). You can take the 28th Street, 23rd Street, or 18th Stby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Atlantic City, NJ - 14 years ago
New Jersey Transit offers 9 express trains (all round trip) from New York Penn Station to Atlantic City on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Prices start at 29 dollars, so it's really a decent deal and the train times are pretty flexiable. It's a three hour ride, but the double decker trains have more comfortable seating and a lounge/bar. Check out the website. And don't rent a car,by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Best place for kid's birthday party in Central Park - 14 years ago
Sheep's Meadow is ideal for small parties and social gatherings. It's located around the West 67th Street entrance, and Tavern on the Green.by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Yankee Stadium - Buses from NY City to attend games - 14 years ago
Well, it depends where you are staying in the city. The easiest answer to your question though is basically, take the B or D trains directly to Yankee Stadium.by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Cab Fare Question - 14 years ago
More importantly, why waste your time with a cab? Walk out of Penn Station's main entrance (7th Avenue and 33rd Street and walk directly straight down to Herald Square's subway station. Hop on any N, R, Q, or W train and ride it to Union Square, 14th Street. Transfer to the L train and ride that into Williamsburg. It makes stops at Bedford Avenue (where you're probably going), Loriby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Manhattan to JFK late at night-- will cabs do it? - 14 years ago
You'll find cabs but like Eric said, the price will probably be quite high at those hours and traffic is just as spotty. Take a train instead, subways run at all hours but if you can do it before 1AM, take the AirTrain to Jamaica Station and then hop the Long Island Railroad to midtown Manhattan. Check out this link for more info.by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Philadelphia or Washington? - 14 years ago
Well, I recommend Philadelphia. It may not be as glorious or ornate as Washington's lavish streets, monuments, and endless museums but Philly has enough to warrant any traveler's time. Plus, you can get there easily by train via NJ Transit's Northeast Corridor line and then transfer to Septa's Philadelphia bound trains at Trenton. Fairly easy and economical. Of course, Philby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
So, Central Park is proposed to be bulldozed and made into an airport. - 14 years ago
And you thought three airports wasn't enough? Let's shoot for a fourth! Nothing says metropolitan like an airport in the core of a city!by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
So where's the best views for this year's 4th of July Fireworks Henry Hudsonpalooza Extravaganza? - 14 years ago
So everybody's favorite old spots like the Brooklyn Heights Promenade are gone due to the show being moved next to everyone's favorite table flipping state, New Jersey to mark Henry Hudson's 400th anniversary down the river which bears his name today. So let's hear all your recommendations this year as the show stretches between 24th to 50th streets, among other places squeezeby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Looking for octopus themed items - 14 years ago
I've tried the giants (FAO Schwarz and Toys R Us) and both failed spectacularly. Is there any place that would sell something uniquely "octopus"? Toys, etc. Also, boston terrier related items. If possible.by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: An airliner and supersonic fighter jet zoomed past the lower Manhattan skyline in a flash - 15 years ago
We live in the information age, yet somehow this moronic kind of miscommunication happens. Oh well, at least it was one hell of a day for anybody in Battery Park.by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: photography - 15 years ago
The four major East River bridges (Brooklyn, Manhattan, Williamsburg, and Queensboro bridges) are all located in safe areas. As is the Verrazano Narrows bridge near Fort Hamilton in Brooklyn. The other less known bridges such as the Triborough, Throgs Neck, Whitestone, Hells Gate, and the stately George Washington bridges, among the many others, are located in less tourist-oriented places but arby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: SoHa, morningside - 15 years ago
It's a perfectly safe area, very expensive and populated by Columbia students and other sorts of rich people. Comedian George Carlin used to call Morningside Heights by another more mocking name, 'white Harlem.' If you know the cross street and avenue (for example, 112th Street, 8th Avenue) I could probably be more specific but really, there's nothing dangerous there nor shoulby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Upper West vs Upper East. Which is your favorite neighborhood and why? - 15 years ago
Personally for me, both sides are devoid of any substanstial culture and in essence, are just very upscale extensions to tourist-oriented Midtown. They are just more residential in nature. Of course, you'll find a handful of quaint shops, restaurants, churches, synagogues, and the like. And you'll find Starbucks and other chain stores. Both sides are home to some of the world'sby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: "vote for wine" new york residents - 15 years ago
Yeah, this isn't California, don't cha know. Mom and Pop shops need to stay open. Besides, it gives you a little more reason to walk down an extra block to hit up the liquor store. Gotta get in shape for swimsuit season.by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Moving to NYC! - 15 years ago
As you can tell, KnicksBasketballNY is one of the few remaining Nativists from the 1860's, also known as the crazy bad guys from the movie "Gangs of New York."by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: KM, what's with the ads on the messages? - 15 years ago
Yes, I don't mind the advertisement at all (and we all want the website to prosper and get positive publicity) but it just seems very out of place within the confines of the actual message board layout instead of it being off to the side like a typical banner ad.by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: KM, what's with the ads on the messages? - 15 years ago
Nor do I have any intention of moving to the luxury waterfront community of Newport New Jersey.by Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: RE: Hotels near Madison Garden - 15 years ago
The Hotel Pennsylvania (not Pennsylvania Hotel) isn't dump. It is one of New York's most historic and beautiful hotels. Although it is an old hotel, (and yes, some arrogant whiney tourists will lament that isn't up to speed with the cookie cutter Trump and Hilton hotels of the world) but otherwise it is one of the cheapest places to stay in New York and directly across the street fby Blayze - Ask a New Yorker :
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