Author Topic: New York... have you been? (Read 234495 times)

blert596 · « **Reply #280 on:** August 13, 2009, 07:14:57 pm »

Going there again for 4 days in October for our honeymoon.

ElSheak · « **Reply #281 on:** September 1, 2009, 05:27:03 pm »

All packed. All sorted. All ready to go. Fly outta Manchest-ah tomorrow.

Can't wait!

Walshy7 · « **Reply #282 on:** September 1, 2009, 05:30:54 pm »

New York is fantastic, love the place, last time we stayed at the Hilton next to ground zero, very nice hotel

TheKid. · « **Reply #283 on:** September 1, 2009, 05:38:25 pm »

Wish I was still at the New York Palace rather than getting ready to go back to work tomorrow

Canada Loves Anfield · « **Reply #284 on:** September 1, 2009, 05:55:07 pm »

Just got back last night, had a fucking boss time

Connie is a right legend and had a blast at 11th Street Bar Saturday morning - although I dont think anyone was ready for how drunk I was at 10 in the morning.

Roady · « **Reply #285 on:** September 1, 2009, 06:37:26 pm »

Quote from: Phil M on August 12, 2009, 10:06:00 pm

Mate of mine just returned from his first trip to nyc with his gf and
he hated it and said he's never go back.

He went there for a few days whilst staying in Boston for a fortnight.

Said he had to shower twice a day, he told me he thought it was
basically a very dirty grimey city and he didn't see what the appeal was.
He wasn't impressed at all.

Hope no one takes offence to that, am just relating it.

Funny how peoples opinions can differ.

I enjoyed my only visit there.

It is all about what ya fancy i suppose.One of my mates went two years ago and has vowed never to go back,said he hated it too.Its the only bad report ive personally head about the place,everyone who goes seems to love it.

Got to be honest though its not somewhere id like to go,its not up there on my list of places to visit.Id go given the chance but theres plenty of places id rather visit first.

TheKid. · « **Reply #286 on:** September 1, 2009, 06:42:42 pm »

It most certainly wasn't up on my list as a place to go, but I loved it!
Having an amazing hotel just away from the madness of Times Sq etc helped with it tho

bobby19 · « **Reply #287 on:** September 1, 2009, 08:47:34 pm »

Anyone ever been to the christmas parade or know when it is ? I think that would be quite cool to see

TheKid. · « **Reply #288 on:** September 1, 2009, 08:58:33 pm »

It's a thanksgiving parade, so I imagine it's sometime around then.
It's run by Macys

Phil M · « **Reply #289 on:** September 1, 2009, 09:58:56 pm »

Quote from: lfsea on September 1, 2009, 09:56:32 pm

Booked my trip today!

Very overexcited. Managed to get a flight with Virgin for £297! Delighted with that, so I spent a bit too much on the hotel

Staying at the Crowne Plaza, mainly due to my best mate being determined to stay somewhere swanky.

Rhi has given me a massive list of things to do so I shalln't be bored whilst I'm there.

Thanks to all for the advice on this thread - I shall report on the utter carnage I've undoubtedly created when I get back.

Don't forget your predictions, new york or no new york!

Hoppy · « **Reply #290 on:** September 1, 2009, 10:05:51 pm »

Quote from: Phil M on August 12, 2009, 10:06:00 pm

Mate of mine just returned from his first trip to nyc with his gf and
he hated it and said he's never go back.

He went there for a few days whilst staying in Boston for a fortnight.

Said he had to shower twice a day, he told me he thought it was
basically a very dirty grimey city and he didn't see what the appeal was.
He wasn't impressed at all.

Hope no one takes offence to that, am just relating it.

Funny how peoples opinions can differ.

I enjoyed my only visit there.

Mate of mine went with 5 others & they all hated it.........said it was too loud & that they wouldn't go back!

Can't see it myself, as it's one of my favourite places to visit; been there 3 times & will definately be back time & time again!!

killer-heels · « **Reply #291 on:** September 1, 2009, 10:09:14 pm »

Going to go in the first week of December with my sister to do some Christmas shopping! Can't wait!

bobby19 · « **Reply #292 on:** September 1, 2009, 10:16:23 pm »

lfseas - how much did ur hotel work out costing per night ? If you have a link to the website u booked it on could you pm me a wee link please ?

MidwestWool · « **Reply #293 on:** September 1, 2009, 10:47:14 pm »

Got my tickets booked for the third week. Incase my plan to go to India does not come about.

nyctex · « **Reply #294 on:** September 2, 2009, 02:18:16 am »

Crowne Plaza is right in the center. Good choice and believe me that is a great rate. You could get much much worse for that price.

Have a great time.

here is a link to the NYC Tourist site. Great resource. The link to free events etc is amazing. There is so much to do and see that doesn't cost a penny. Also has coupons and discounts.

http://www.nycgo.com/

jaygraham · « **Reply #295 on:** September 2, 2009, 02:28:23 am »

Im going for the first time on November 7th i think for a week.

Going with cousins - but getting most of it paid for......

Yet i'm still gutted i'll miss the Birmingham game and had to think long and hard about going.

Not missed a home game in a long time - feel a bit wrong for sacking it off.

potatomato33 · « **Reply #296 on:** September 2, 2009, 04:22:29 am »

Dan, when are you in NY? We gotta have an RAWK/MD/TW meetup

Canada Loves Anfield · « **Reply #297 on:** September 2, 2009, 02:51:14 pm »

Quote from: killer_heels on September 1, 2009, 10:09:14 pm

Going to go in the first week of December with my sister to do some Christmas shopping! Can't wait!

That doesnt sound expensive at all

TheKid. · « **Reply #298 on:** September 2, 2009, 05:00:04 pm »

Quote from: Canada Loves Anfield on September 2, 2009, 02:51:14 pm

That doesnt sound expensive at all

that's alright, I think she's one of those nouveau Liverpool fans...

potatomato33 · « **Reply #299 on:** September 2, 2009, 05:50:48 pm »

Quote from: lfsea on September 2, 2009, 02:58:08 pm

Spud - I'm there between the 18th and 23rd of November. My mate who's coming with me is a top red too. On the Saturday we're there, we've got City - early kick-off. Would very much like to see it, but am also aware that 12.45 means silly o'clock in NYC. Would definitely be up for a couple of IPA's somewhere

Ah, I'm not going to be around then, headed back to base in Georgia, that's a pity. I'll be across the pond eventually.

gray19lfc · « **Reply #300 on:** September 13, 2009, 09:35:42 pm »

Packed already, flying to Newark on Wednesday!

Operation Hennessey · « **Reply #301 on:** September 13, 2009, 10:18:34 pm »

Went about 5 years ago, was fantastic, absolutely enthralling city. All the obvious places are well worth a visit, but the more exploring you do the more gems you find.

We stayed in the Milford Plaza just off Times Square, not an amazing place but nice enough and had on the bottom of it a friendly + lively Irish pub that had lots of locals. If it's your first visit there well worth getting the New York Pass which gets you into all the major places and dodge a few queues, only cost about £40 but it's probably gone up since then.

ElSheak · « **Reply #302 on:** September 13, 2009, 10:53:44 pm »

We got back last Tuesday morning, having had an epic time. Even squeezed a trip into Coney island which was like Blackpool meets LA.

Anyway, I'm planning to write a decent trip report at some point, once I've sorted through 1200+ RAW images and 800 general JPEGS.

Wwe stayed at the On The Ave Hotel in the Upper West Side (excellent location away from the hussle in a quality neighbourhood).

We stayed 5 nights, the bed was huge, the hotel was clean, tidy and staff were excellent, despite some grumblings on Trip Advisor. £580 for 5 nights - we booked in March with a special offer advertised on the site, but it was a steal for what we got.

KERRYKOP · « **Reply #303 on:** September 14, 2009, 02:47:31 pm »

I came across this delightful character recently while cruising threw the Bronx on Google Street view.

killer-heels · « **Reply #304 on:** September 14, 2009, 02:49:39 pm »

That looks like a nice, tourist friendly area.

KERRYKOP · « **Reply #305 on:** September 14, 2009, 03:41:02 pm »

Quote from: killer_heels on September 14, 2009, 02:49:39 pm

That looks like a nice, tourist friendly area.

Probably just out having a game of rounders.

paulrazor · « **Reply #306 on:** September 14, 2009, 04:35:01 pm »

just looking at home alone 2 (why on earth are they showing that in sept) and i wanna go back after that

incredible city

Guz-kop · « **Reply #307 on:** September 14, 2009, 05:18:45 pm »

Has anyone stayed there for longer than a few days/weeks? Am thinking of going over there next year (September/October) part of work for two months but am wondering how different it is to living in London?

Cusamano · « **Reply #308 on:** September 14, 2009, 05:29:37 pm »

Quote from: Guz-kop on September 14, 2009, 05:18:45 pm

Has anyone stayed there for longer than a few days/weeks? Am thinking of going over there next year (September/October) part of work for two months but am wondering how different it is to living in London?

Bit of a coincidence.

I'm going there in November for 12 months (work related) and cannot wait.

Been plenty of times before, it has better looking women and weather then london if that helps

bryanod · « **Reply #309 on:** September 14, 2009, 06:28:41 pm »

My mate moved there last year, but doesnt have a job and think its getting him very frustrated now. Says everyone says they ould love to live there, but two weeks holidays is a bit different to living and working. It is pretty expensive too.

Did a summer there as a student, loved it!

KERRYKOP · « **Reply #310 on:** September 14, 2009, 06:50:35 pm »

Quote from: lfsea on September 14, 2009, 06:17:40 pm

On that note, people have a listen to 'Empire State of Mind' by Jay-Z of his new album. It'll make you want to move there in a heartbeat, the hook is as addictive as crack.

Is it obvious I'm excited?

Listening that tune makes me think of lucky bastards like you.

jambutty · « **Reply #311 on:** September 14, 2009, 06:57:35 pm »

Quote from: KERRYKOP on September 14, 2009, 02:47:31 pm

I came across this delightful character recently while cruising threw the Bronx on Google Street view.

Broad daylight, youngish kid, playground to his right, rounders is correct. Or more probably batting practice pitched against a playground wall.

Nowt sinister at all. Don't be paranoid.

MichaelA · « **Reply #312 on:** September 14, 2009, 07:00:25 pm »

It's Metropolis. Your future is already happening in NYC.

Cusamano · « **Reply #313 on:** September 14, 2009, 07:01:49 pm »

Quote from: lfsea on September 14, 2009, 06:17:40 pm

Funnily enough, if all goes well on my trip in a few weeks, I am thinking about going there for an extended period.

I work in TV graphics and the US does sports graphics better than anyone, and I'm thinking about doing some work in NYC to further my trade. I kinda already know I'm going to love it and I'm going to do it, so this is just pretend research for me.

On that note, people have a listen to 'Empire State of Mind' by Jay-Z of his new album. It'll make you want to move there in a heartbeat, the hook is as addictive as crack.

Is it obvious I'm excited?

Have you got a green card sorted?

Still yet to get mine. Hopefully next 2 weeks.

KERRYKOP · « **Reply #314 on:** September 14, 2009, 07:03:07 pm »

Quote from: jambutty on September 14, 2009, 06:57:35 pm

Broad daylight, youngish kid, playground to his right, rounders is correct. Or more probably batting practice pitched against a playground wall.

Nowt sinister at all. Don't be paranoid.

Well thats no fun.

safhossain03 · « **Reply #315 on:** September 14, 2009, 07:13:11 pm »

Quote from: lfsea on September 14, 2009, 06:17:40 pm

On that note, people have a listen to 'Empire State of Mind' by Jay-Z of his new album. It'll make you want to move there in a heartbeat, the hook is as addictive as crack.

Ripping off Nas a bit there isnt he?

KERRYKOP · « **Reply #316 on:** September 14, 2009, 07:16:00 pm »

Quote from: safhossain03 on September 14, 2009, 07:13:11 pm

Ripping off Nas a bit there isnt he?

Nas was supposed to be on it.

Canada Loves Anfield · « **Reply #317 on:** September 14, 2009, 08:32:46 pm »

Empire State of Mind is the anthem

Quote from: Canada Loves Anfield on September 8, 2009, 01:10:52 am

Empire State of Mind and Star is Born are my favourites from Jay

Was in New York last weekend, wish I had got hold of that track before heading. Fucking anthem - but the beat was definitely used by Asamov and Now feat Mr Lif. Fucking ill beat

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jJeb3RccnY

Mutton Geoff · « **Reply #318 on:** September 14, 2009, 09:30:48 pm »

Stay in Grenwich village, have your breakfast in a big place over the road from Madison Square Gardens and the post office, look for a place called Bubbys near Washington Square for great ribs, also Max and Angelo's sports bar is good for huge steaks, then check out the Lennon Memorial in Central Park and Strawberry Fields!

Then you have century 21 for shopping!

Jon G · « **Reply #319 on:** September 15, 2009, 11:25:23 pm »

Girlfriends brother-in-law has booked a table for us for New Years Eve in Mickey Mantles on Central Park South.