New York City Getaway

New York City is a fantastic choice for a getaway! You have incredible food, so many choices for exploring the city….you will have a whirlwind of activity, and enjoy every moment! When planning your getaway to New York City we’ve got you covered.

Planning A Getaway

Who doesn’t love a vacation? We love traveling, and I know that many of you do too! Traveling can mean a simple spontaneous trip up the road an hour or so, or it can mean traveling for a month or so to the Bahamas, or a week traveling through Spain. We usually return from one trip and are planning for our next – do you do that too?

Late summer for us is the time that we are laying out the plans for our fall, winter, and spring travel plans – much of them include boat trips to various places in Florida, the East Coast and the Bahamas. With so much travel under our belts, we’ve gathered a huge amount of travel tips.

New York City Getaway

When the stress and chaos of life threaten to take your joy away, escape with your significant other to New York City for a getaway. There are so many different things to consider before you step on the plane, you need to create a plan for your getaway to New York City. From planning your hotel to organizing your spending money, the more you plan out in advance the easier it is for you to enjoy your time in the Big Apple.

Here are 5 Things to Consider when Planning a New York City Getaway:

• What Is Your Budget? One of the first things you need to think about is your overall budget for the trip. When you have a clear idea of how much you want to spend, and how much your trip is estimated to cost, you won’t go over budget. This means thinking about:
  • How much you want to spend on your hotel or vacation rental.
  • Your flights to New York, your food and drink and activities. When you have a clear idea of how much your trip is going to cost, you won’t go over budget.

• What time of year are you able to travel? Are there any huge events taking place at the same time that could impact your experience? Time of year is the KEY to planning a getaway to New York! Here are some questions to ask yourself:
  • Do you have any limitations workwise as to when you can travel or use vacation / personal days?
  • If you have pets, is your pet sitter/kennel available during the time you want to travel?
  • Are any big events happening around the destination you want to visit and the time of year you want to go? Think holidays, marathon weekends, Spring break, things like Bike Week in Daytona, the Indy 500, races at Charlotte, Darlington, Daytona. Anytime there are these types of events happening, hordes of people descend on a destination, hotel room cost skyrocket, and there are lines for everything.
• What is the weather like at your destination at that time of year? Look at the average temperatures and weather for the time you’ve chosen to travel.

• Are you traveling during hurricane season to a destination in the hurricane belt? Maybe your plans have you heading to Florida in September. I would purchase insurance! The same would apply to a Caribbean cruise during the hurricane season.

What Should I Pack For a New York City Getaway?

Spring, Fall, and Winter Packing Must Haves:

• Dark Jeans
• Black Leggings you can dress up or down
• Sweater
• Scarf
• Shoes (I personally like to carry a comfortable and cute pair of flats to pair with my jeans or leggings for a Spring or Fall visit; Winter I always pair with a comfy pair of boots that I can walk for long lengths of time in)
• Jacket
• Dressy top to pair with jeans for dinner out
• Crossbody purse

Summer Packing Must Haves

• Cute cool dress for sightseeing
  • Alternative to a dress is two pair of shorts or a skirt and two tops
  • comfortable walking sandals that are dressy enough to wear out for a nice dinner
  • a light weight sweater to pair with outfits
  • Crossbody purse
  • If your lodging has a pool, bring a swimsuit

• Packing Tip:Be sure to check the weather for your New York getaway before you leave. This allows you to tailor your clothing for the weather. One thing I’ve learned is to always carry a light jacket or sweater, no matter what time of year. This allows layering clothing for chilly mornings into cool afternoons. Buildings are air-conditioned in the summer, and lots of times I find I need a sweater or jacket.

Where to Stay in New York City

Where you sleep is a major fixed travel expense, so choosing the ideal accommodation for your needs at the best price gives you more money for New York activities, like catching one of the longest-running Broadway shows or taking a tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. When Jim and I plan a getaway to New York City, we typically choose a mid-range hotel that is close to Times Square or near the United Nations. We don’t drive in the city, so we’ll ride the subway, take a cab or UBER. There are some great Air bnb options in the city, but I love the hotels in NYC.

These tips will help you plan and budget for the ideal getaway to NYC.

I LOVE hearing from readers! Drop a comment and let me know your favorite tip for NYC!