Ride share companies are back in the headlines with the awful murder of a college student who thought she was getting into an Uber, and other assaults on passengers, especially solo female passengers. Here is what you can do to stay safe with any car service, including Uber, Lyft, Via, and other companies. Car Service Safety Tips There have been at least 24 reported attacks, including … [Read more...]
Ski Bus Trips from NYC to Nearby Slopes
Your chariot awaits! Take the bus from NYC to nearby ski/snowboard areas including Hunter Mountain, Windham Mountain, Gore and Mountain Creek, and have fun on the slopes and apres ski without the hassle of driving. Skiers and snowboarders can board busses in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens, and in Long Island for daytrips, and also weekend trips to nearby Vermont resorts includng Mount Snow and … [Read more...]
Ski Bus Trips from NYC to Nearby Slopes
Your chariot awaits! Take the bus from NYC to nearby ski/snowboard areas including Hunter Mountain, Windham Mountain, Gore and Mountain Creek, and have fun on the slopes and apres ski without the hassle of driving. Skiers and snowboarders can board busses in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens, and in Long Island for daytrips, and also weekend trips to nearby Vermont resorts includng Mount Snow and … [Read more...]
Manhattan Subway Stations Closing for Repairs
Five subway stations in Washington Heights and Inwood will be shut down, or have limited access, for a year or more, to replace aging elevators and repair communications and security systems, including fire alarms. The shut-downs begin next week and will last for a year or more, depending on the station. The stations are on the 1, A and C lines, between 168th St. and 190th St. That will affect … [Read more...]
Happy Holiday from NYCOTC
Wishing us all Peace on Earth, Goodwill to All. … [Read more...]
Holiday Gridlock Alert Days
Every year, the NYC Dept. of Transportation (DOT) issues its list of holiday gridlock alert days. The bad news is that the worst holiday gridlock alert days are this week. The good news is NYC subways run 24/7, and always faster, cheaper and less frustrating than sitting in gridlock traffic. More good news is special discounts for bike-sharing and parking outside Manhattan to encourage … [Read more...]
Getting Around: NYC Airports
There are various ways to get to and from the three NYC airports, even between them, and depending on which airport and which way you choose, it can cost anywhere from $2.75 to $75. Here are the inexpensive alternatives for the frugal jet-setter who wants to avoid the cost of expensive taxis and car services. The NYC on the Cheap list gets you to and from LaGuardia, JFK and Newark Liberty for … [Read more...]
Ride Vintage NYC Buses in Midtown
Only in New York. Ride vintage NYC buses in Midtown for a special holiday treat. Buses that were in service from 1956 to 1966 are sharing the 42nd Crosstown route in December, part of the MTA program that also runs vintage subway trains during the holiday season. See also MTA Nostalgia Trains MTA FREE train show at Gran Central Terminal Vintage Bus Routes: Vintage buses will be in … [Read more...]
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