Chances are NYC is on your travel dream list (even as a repeat destination). There is so much to do and see that it’s easy to make some mistakes on your next trip to NYC. Today, Ryan and I discuss the top 13 mistakes to avoid when visiting the Big Apple.
13 Mistakes to Avoid When You Visit New York City
- Assuming New York City is one type of vacation
- Planning to do too much during your NYC
- Not using public transportation
a. hop-on-hop-ff
b. subway
c. taxis - Not packing comfortable shoes (aka, underestimating how much walking you can/should do)
- Staying outside the city to save money
- Only eating at chain restaurants
- Not making reservations ahead of time (including show tickets)
- Not having small donations of cash (tips, cabs, vendors
- Assuming New Yorkers are Rude
- Not knowing the AirBNB rules
- Not preparing for the weather
- Thinking you can see Central Park in one day
- Safety and security mistakes
For more on New York City, check out Episode 86: Top Tips for Visiting New York City.
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