What am I doing here?! I’m not your typical traveller. My name is Marcia and I am the singer of London-based ska/punk/hip hop band The Skints. Touring life means that more often than not, I’ve spent most of my time in airports, gas stations, laundromats and coffee shops. Yes, I know, I know, we get…
Category: New York
10 Things You Need To Know About New York City
What’s in our video about New York 1. New York City is divided into five boroughs New York is divided into five boroughs – Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, the Bronx, and the best-known of all, Manhattan. This is where you will find most of the city’s top attractions, such as the Empire State Building,…
3 days in New York, USA
Day 1 – Manhattan (well some of it anyway) Manhattan is comprised of numerous neighbourhoods, each with their own characteristic. What they do share is a certain quality that makes Manhattan that little bit different to the city’s other boroughs. So after dropping your bags in your room, walk outside, take a moment to realise that…
New York tips – insider tips and advice for visiting New York
The Big Apple attracts huge numbers of visitors with its famous landmarks, intriguing attractions and diverse neighbourhoods. You’ll need plenty of time to discover all that New York City has to offer and if you’re planning a trip to this bustling metropolis, don’t forget you can book hostels in New York City from our great…
Celebrating New Year’s Eve in New York City
We are only weeks away from 2019, and people are starting to think ahead about where they will be when the clock strikes twelve. While massive celebrations are held all over the world, one of the most famous and fantastic cities in the world in terms of New Year’s Eve celebrations is the amazing New…
From free hotdogs to Tai Chi in the park: How to get more bang for your buck in New York City
Just because you’re in New York, it doesn’t mean your trip has to be expensive. Whether you want offbeat culture or iconic NYC moments, read on for HI USA’s pick of the best free things to do in the Big Apple. Soak up the culture at a world-class museum Plan your trip right and you…
Here’s why you should visit New York this summer
New York – these three little words hold energy, mystery and charm. Whoever named this metropolis “the capital of the world” knew what they were talking about. There’s nothing like New York in the sun, so here are some budget-friendly reasons why you should visit New York this summer: A gourmet indulgence New York is…
Top 10 budget restaurants in New York City
Are you planning a trip to New York City and hoping to eat out every day but are afraid the restaurants might be out of your budget? Don’t worry – the great thing about NYC is that there are restaurants to suit all budgets. To help you in your search we’ve teamed up with our…
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