Weekend Getaways

Rent an RV or Camper for Fun, Safe, Affordable Travel

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As you already know, road trips are the big thing this summer, as many of us seek to avoid airplanes and hotels. Satisfy your wanderlust by renting an RV or camper, and enjoy the comforts of home on the road. My husband and I started camping before our kids were born, and started taking them camping before they could walk. I have fond memories of years of … [Read more...] about Rent an RV or Camper for Fun, Safe, Affordable Travel

Amtrak Two-For-One Ticket Sale

All aboard! Amtrak is sending passengers some love with a Valentine's Day Buy One Get One Free Sale for travel throughout the system, including on high-speed Acela trains and on the Auto Train. Through Tuesday, February 16, purchase one ticket and bring a companion along for free for nationwide travel between February 22 and August 27. So skip the flowers and … [Read more...] about Amtrak Two-For-One Ticket Sale

Ski Bus Trips to Nearby Slopes From NYC & LI

Your chariot awaits! Take the bus from NYC to nearby ski/snowboard areas including Hunter Mountain, Windham Mountain and Mountain Creek, and have fun on the slopes and apres ski without the hassle of driving. Skiers and riders can board busses in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and Long Island for daytrips. Weekend trips to nearby Vermont resorts including Mount Snow … [Read more...] about Ski Bus Trips to Nearby Slopes From NYC & LI

All Aboard: Amtrak Sale on Northeast Travel Includes Acela

All aboard for this Amtrak sale on travel between some of the most popular cities in the Northeast, including to and from New York City, for just $29. Acela fares are just $49 and $69. The sale is for the Northeast corridor, between NYC and Washington, DC, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Boston and Providence. Book through August 31 for travel through Sept. 12, … [Read more...] about All Aboard: Amtrak Sale on Northeast Travel Includes Acela

Ski Bus Trips from NYC to Nearby Slopes

You don't need a car to enjoy skiing or snowboarding near New York City. Take the bus 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 buses in Manhattan, Brooklyn,Queens and Long Island for day trips. There also … [Read more...] about Ski Bus Trips from NYC to Nearby Slopes

Amtrak Discounts for Families & Friends

Good news for travelers: Amtrak is giving friends and families traveling together up to 45% off fares for travel nationwide, including New York City, Chicago, Charlotte, Fort Worth, Los Angeles, and also Montreal, which makes it it an international travel deal. The more the merrier on Amtrak, since you'll save up to 45% when purchasing tickets for six … [Read more...] about Amtrak Discounts for Families & Friends

NYC Escapes: Cold Spring, Hudson Valley

Who needs a car when you can spend a day or a weekend in the country in Cold Spring, on the Hudson River, one hour north of Grand Central Terminal via MetroNorth. Explore antiques shops and historic homes, sample farm-to-table restaurants, hike one of the best trails in the Tri-State area, or just sit under the riverside gazebo to enjoy the picture postcard view across the … [Read more...] about NYC Escapes: Cold Spring, Hudson Valley

All Aboard: Amtrak Sale on Northeast Travel

All aboard for this Amtrak sale on fall travel between some of the most popular cities in the Northeast, for as little as $19. Go sightseeing, enjoy the beach, go back to college, visit family, or enjoy the spectacular fall foliage even holiday travel with these discount train tickets on sale today, July 30, through Thurs., Aug. 1st. Get $29 tickets between NYC and … [Read more...] about All Aboard: Amtrak Sale on Northeast Travel

Amtrak BOGO Ticket Sale for Summer Travel

Get two Amtrak tickets for the price of one, and double travel points, during this special flash sale on travel between June 1st and Sept. 30th. Plan your summer getaway with bargain tickets to destinations to and from New York City and nationwide. Since there are no blackout dates, the BOGO ticket deal includes the July Fourth and Memorial Day holiday weekends. The … [Read more...] about Amtrak BOGO Ticket Sale for Summer Travel

NYCOTC Best of the Week

You've been busy this week. So here is our weekend round-up of the top stories on NYC on the Cheap, in case you missed anything. It's about saving money and enjoying NYC with free museum admission, free and cheap tickets to events, and other freebies and deals. You are such a frugal bunch of followers. Our motto is Get more NYC for less money with NYCOTC. NYC Free: … [Read more...] about NYCOTC Best of the Week