Roll the Bones 74 Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Never been to either. Going this summer. Which would you reccomend? Link to post Share on other sites
hblask 1 Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Never been to either. Going this summer. Which would you reccomend?NY, AINECBoston tries to be quaint and historical, but it's built up so much it doesn't work.NY tries to be NY, and succeeds. Link to post Share on other sites
GeneralGeeWhiz 0 Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 like hb said, NY. New York is the unofficial capital of the world with so much more to see/do than Boston. Link to post Share on other sites
vbnautilus 48 Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 yeah, not really a decision there rando. Link to post Share on other sites
Roll the Bones 74 Posted February 5, 2011 Author Share Posted February 5, 2011 That's what I figured. We are going to spend a week or so. I've never been and it's daunting to say the least.Best area to stay? Central location I guess?Should I look into any of the tour things? Some seem like a good way of getting around to see alot sites even if it's only a for a few of the days.What areas are cool to visit other than the normal sites (Statue of Liberty, Rockefeller center), like Chinatown, Little Italy, Harlem, Bronx etc. Conversely is there main sites we should skip? Best shopping area?Best not so main attraction?Any other ideas? Link to post Share on other sites
El Guapo 8 Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Harlem and the Bronx seem like a good place to start, then see where the day takes you. Link to post Share on other sites
timwakefield 68 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I'm fucking from Boston and love it, but yeah, it's really not a question. (I also do live in NY now).First of all you should get a good guide book. As far as things to do in NYC, I can link you to some good hotels. I don't have the info right now though. Midtown is the main spot for hotels (there are plenty of good alternatives though), but you might not want to stay there. That's where Times Square and all the Broadway musicals are, but it's extremely busy and loud and annoying. You might want to visit it, and I wouldn't recommend against that because it is unique and exciting, but it gets old after about 15 minutes. What are your interests? There are some gorgeous parks, amazing buildings and museums, brilliant restaurants, etc. Those are the things I'd recommend more than neighborhoods like Chinatown and Little Italy and the Bronx. Definitely don't go to the Bronx unless you are going to Yankee Stadium to see a game, there is nothing else there. Don't listen to anything El Guapo says. Some more random thoughts:- Chinatown is great in some ways, terrible in others. The only thing you will enjoy there is the food, if you like Chinese food. Other than that it's just Chinese people and smelly fish markets and almost unfathomably crowded sidewalks. And terrible souvenir shops.- Little Italy is even more disappointing. It's...interesting, but it's also very weird and very touristy with souvenir shops every 3 feet. If you want amazing Italian food, let me recommend this restaurant: Becco. It's not hard to get a reservation even on weekends (but definitely call for a reservation at least a week ahead), the service is outstanding, the food is amazing, and it's not too expensive for what it is (amazing). It's owned by Lidia Bastianich, who has a cooking show on PBS and cookbooks and such, so you might know her. Get the pannacotta for dessert. Becco is near Times Square, so like I said the neighborhood isn't terrible. It has tons of other great restaurants too, for the theater goers. - I know you're into cross-country running, so maybe you also like parks and outdoors stuff? Central Park is awesome. The Cloisters is also awesome - it's a big, gorgeous park that has a castle in it, which is now a museum with ancient tapestries and stuff, so you can wander through this ancient mysterious castle. It's also way at the top of Manhattan (way north of Harlem), so it's never crowded. Probably about 45 minutes each way on the subway from midtown. - There'll be all sorts of concerts and outdoor events and things in the summer. - Rockefeller Center is way better in the winter, cuz there's a massive tree and they set up ice skating and it's all very jolly. Not sure if it's worthwhile in the summer. - I'll think of more stuff. Link to post Share on other sites
vbnautilus 48 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Central Fucking Park Link to post Share on other sites
Balloon guy 158 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Key West Link to post Share on other sites
chrozzo 19 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 obv "AINEC!"You must go to the NYC Ballet! (obv i am biased because my sister dances for them).Across the street from Lincoln Center is Fiorellos....an amazing restaurant!Then 124 W 44th St. is The Long Room..an Irish pub desined after the trinity Library in Dublin. Great beer selection and great food! Link to post Share on other sites
Theraflu 1,035 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I'd be pretty impressed if he could recreate that Yankee Stadium picture Link to post Share on other sites
chrozzo 19 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I'd be pretty impressed if he could recreate that Yankee Stadium picturebecause its usually sold out? Link to post Share on other sites
Roll the Bones 74 Posted February 6, 2011 Author Share Posted February 6, 2011 Wow thanks! Really awesome. I am sure I will be asking tons of questioms. Link to post Share on other sites
brvheart 1,752 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 You should call to get tickets to Letterman, and then expect to stand in line 4 to 6 hours. Tickets to SNL are harder to come by, but would be worth it.Ride the double bus thing the first day that you're there. There are a bunch of people dressed as robots and statues of liberty in battery park. It's worth a look. Go to Ellis Island.You should also do this. Link to post Share on other sites
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GeneralGeeWhiz 0 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I don't think we've talked enough about Chrozzo's hot sister.she 18 yet?just kidding christian. Link to post Share on other sites
grocery_mony 8 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I don't think we've talked enough about Chrozzo's hot sister. she 18 yet?just kidding christian. TTIWPI think the last time he had a picture of her on here she was <18 and my parole conditions wouldnt allow me to comment. Link to post Share on other sites
grocery_mony 8 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 "Not tonight honey, I dont have the mental capacity to understand whats going on." Link to post Share on other sites
nutzbuster 7 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I'm fucking from Boston and love it, but yeah, it's really not a question. (I also do live in NY now).First of all you should get a good guide book. As far as things to do in NYC, I can link you to some good hotels. I don't have the info right now though. Midtown is the main spot for hotels (there are plenty of good alternatives though), but you might not want to stay there. That's where Times Square and all the Broadway musicals are, but it's extremely busy and loud and annoying. You might want to visit it, and I wouldn't recommend against that because it is unique and exciting, but it gets old after about 15 minutes. What are your interests? There are some gorgeous parks, amazing buildings and museums, brilliant restaurants, etc. Those are the things I'd recommend more than neighborhoods like Chinatown and Little Italy and the Bronx. Definitely don't go to the Bronx unless you are going to Yankee Stadium to see a game, there is nothing else there. Don't listen to anything El Guapo says. Some more random thoughts:- Chinatown is great in some ways, terrible in others. The only thing you will enjoy there is the food, if you like Chinese food. Other than that it's just Chinese people and smelly fish markets and almost unfathomably crowded sidewalks. And terrible souvenir shops.- Little Italy is even more disappointing. It's...interesting, but it's also very weird and very touristy with souvenir shops every 3 feet. If you want amazing Italian food, let me recommend this restaurant: Becco. It's not hard to get a reservation even on weekends (but definitely call for a reservation at least a week ahead), the service is outstanding, the food is amazing, and it's not too expensive for what it is (amazing). It's owned by Lidia Bastianich, who has a cooking show on PBS and cookbooks and such, so you might know her. Get the pannacotta for dessert. Becco is near Times Square, so like I said the neighborhood isn't terrible. It has tons of other great restaurants too, for the theater goers. - I know you're into cross-country running, so maybe you also like parks and outdoors stuff? Central Park is awesome. The Cloisters is also awesome - it's a big, gorgeous park that has a castle in it, which is now a museum with ancient tapestries and stuff, so you can wander through this ancient mysterious castle. It's also way at the top of Manhattan (way north of Harlem), so it's never crowded. Probably about 45 minutes each way on the subway from midtown. - There'll be all sorts of concerts and outdoor events and things in the summer. - Rockefeller Center is way better in the winter, cuz there's a massive tree and they set up ice skating and it's all very jolly. Not sure if it's worthwhile in the summer. - I'll think of more stuff.so...best pizza in your opinion? Link to post Share on other sites
phlegm 6 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 You should call to get tickets to Letterman, and then expect to stand in line 4 to 6 hours. Tickets to SNL are harder to come by, but would be worth it.Ride the double bus thing the first day that you're there. There are a bunch of people dressed as robots and statues of liberty in battery park. It's worth a look. Go to Ellis Island.You should also do this. maybe I just got lucky, but I was accosted in times square by a lady who asked if I wanted 2 letterman tickets.After saying yes, she took me name, told me to arrive 30 minutes early. I did and walked right in.Yes, first order of business is to ride the double decker tour bus.Not cheap, but you get all day with unlimited on and off priveleges. Link to post Share on other sites
chrozzo 19 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 maybe I just got lucky, but I was accosted in times square by a lady who asked if I wanted 2 letterman tickets.After saying yes, she took me name, told me to arrive 30 minutes early. I did and walked right in.Yes, first order of business is to ride the double decker tour bus.Not cheap, but you get all day with unlimited on and off priveleges.this...and also SNL tickets almost impossible to get..i went last year with a gf that got them months ealier. Link to post Share on other sites
Mercury69 3 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 If it hasn't been mentioned, the Village Voice is a pretty awesome newspaper with tons of listings for all kinds of things, from ultra-mainstream to almost underground. Visit the website and you'll get an idea about it. And having a copy with you while you're buzzing around NYC is a good thing, if you find yourself with some time on your hands in a neighbourhood you're not sure about. Link to post Share on other sites
wildspoke 2 Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 The best pizza is actually in Connecticut. A little place called Colony Pizza in Stamford CTHowever, Artichoke, I must admit, has some tasty pizza. Stay away from anything that says Rays on it.I would stay away from Little Italy too. It's only really one block and you can get better Italian food anywhere else in the city. Babbo is awesome (very expensive/hard to get into) Del Posto is another restaurant by Mario Batali. If you call a month out you should be able to get a table. If you want to go to a Steak House go to Peter Lugar's in Brooklyn. Awesome but once again expensive.If you're on the West Side/Chelsea check out the high line.The Met and MOMA are musts. Grand Central is one of my favorite buildings - sheer size. (Micheal Jordan's Steak house is an excellent place to eat dinner overlooking the train station.) If you don't want eat dinner at GST stop by the campbell apartment. Hard to find cool place. If you're intimidated by the subway don't just keep it simple stay on the 4,5,6 or 1239 walk cross town.There's so much shit to do.Try to mix it up half tourist shit half whatever Link to post Share on other sites
ShakeZuma 585 Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 hahaha, what? Link to post Share on other sites
Roll the Bones 74 Posted February 23, 2011 Author Share Posted February 23, 2011 Thanks everyone. We decided to just snuggle up with LLY while we're there which should be exciting!Kidding, I think I found a perfect spot but wanted to check before booking. It's called the 414 Hotel in Midtown close to Hell's Kitchen. It's a 5 minute walk to Times Square on Resturant Row. It's about 15 minutes from Central Park. We like this place because of the amenities and it's kinda cozy, two townhouses (48 rooms) with a courtyard in between and great reviews. It's actually a residential neighborhood and appears to be pretty safe.http://www.414hotel.com/contact.htmI have a guidebook and and have learned alot. We are both going to make lists of preferences and compare and arrange a game plan. We are staying Oct 4th a Tuesday to October 10th the following Monday. So we'll get some weekdays and weekend in. Most anticipated restaurant would be Pete Lugars for steak. I think I want to take an evening cruise around the bay to see the whole effect.Broadway obviously.Grand Central station, Times Square, Met and MOMA. Ground Zero (maybe).Lots of shopping and walking around and eating so restaurant recco's are welcome.Lots of stuff I can't think of. Oh it's our anniversary the 6th so romantic ideas for me to woo her are welcome as well. Link to post Share on other sites
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