It’s getting to that time of year again; the urge to go on holiday is niggling away at you and you’re adamant that your bank balance just won’t stretch to a blow-out holiday, so you keep on ignoring it.
Why not do a bit of research, after all it won’t hurt to look, and see what cheap flights to New York are available. You might be surprised to find out that you can get to New York and see all the sights for next to nothing.
Bagging a cheap flight to the Big Apple is easy; you just need to worry about finding reasonably priced accommodation when you get there. New York has plenty of well looked after and comfortable hostels, so you don’t necessarily have to book a lavish hotel room. Take a look through some of the hostels on offer, a lot of them provide breakfast in the morning, have Internet cafes and put on light, evening entertainment.
You don’t even have to share a room; there are options for you and a friend or two to get your own room but share a bathroom with others. It might not sound ideal, but these hostels are well kept and you’ll find it hard to find fault.
If you really dislike the idea of a hostel then do not fear, you can find some bargain hotels online. Many of the hostels and hotels are in ideal locations, meaning that you can access a lot of famous sights by foot (or by buying a subway ticket), saving you more money in the long-run.
Being on a shoestring budget shouldn’t be something to be ashamed of; you could say that it’s actually a lot more exciting. Seeing New York by foot is arguably much more fun than travelling by taxi or other forms of over-populated transport.
A great money saving day out in New York is a picnic in Central Park; buying food from the local supermarket or deli. The park is huge, scaling nearly the whole of the city, with loads of live bands and art work to be found in the centre.
Another way to save money in New York is to eat on the go. The streets of the Big Apple are filled with food carts selling hot dogs and pretzels, among other things; so, if you’re on a budget, eat here rather than at expensive restaurants, where mandatory tipping can easily bump up your bill.
Before you leave for New York, take some time to learn about what attractions are free. Some are free on certain days, so it’s best to plan ahead. There are beautiful views of the city to see, for example, from the Staten Island ferry, which will cost you nothing.
Finally, the public transport system in New York City is among the best in the world. The subway system is generally efficient and on time; so if the long walk to the Empire State Building doesn’t seem too appealing, avoid the taxis and get on public transport!
If you plan ahead, the chances of falling short on money while on holiday in New York are pretty slim. Looking after your money is commendable, and even though the thought of planning can seem less spontaneous, you won’t regret doing it. So stop fighting that niggling feeling, and book your perfect trip to the Big Apple today.
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