<There are lots of great deals in NYC in the winter!>
It's a new year!
More than one million people from around the world gather at Times Square for the New Year countdown
It was the first heavy rain and thunder I've seen in my 20-plus years living in New York.
Many of the people who had been lining up since lunchtime, wearing diapers,
I couldn't bear it and left,
New York is truly a city where miracles happen.
The rain stopped before the New Year,
Those who waited patiently welcomed the best year ever, 2025, with the biggest smiles on their faces.
And as the weather gets colder in New York, the number of tourists will decrease dramatically.
That's the spot!
No matter where you go, there are no lines and the service is slow and polite.
This is the only "bargain season" of the year.
for example
⚫️25% off hotels
NYC Hotel Week (1/2-2/9)
25% off standard rooms at over 130 hotels
https://www.nyctourism.com/hotel-week-about/
*This is great news in New York where hotel prices are soaring.
⚫️ Half price for Broadway musicals
NYC Broadway Week (1/21-2/9)
2 tickets for the price of 1 at 23 theaters
https://www.nyctourism.com/broadway-week/
Great value lunch and dinner at your favorite restaurants
NYC Restaurant Week (1/21-2/9)
https://www.nyctourism.com/restaurant-week/
* Hundreds of restaurants offer prix fixe three-course lunches and dinners for $30, $45, or $60
Airfares are also cheaper during this time of year.
Please come to NY
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<Finally! The end of the MetroCard>
The symbol of New York, the yellow subway ticket
MetroCard sales will end at the end of this year
Scheduled to end in 2023 but delayed due to COVID-19
The MetroCard shows no signs of disappearing despite warnings that it will soon be gone.
It's a big vending machine
You can only purchase one at a time (you can't choose the number)
Although it is a large vending machine, it is often unavailable. Currently, only cash is accepted. Currently, no change is given. Currently, cash is not accepted.
The card I just bought can't be used because of a magnetic problem.
Even if there is a problem, the staff at the booths can't do anything and just hand you an envelope and have to file a complaint with the operating company (= travelers have no choice but to accept it).
There were various problems
32 years since its introduction in 1993
It will play a vital role as a symbol of New York.
This yellow design is used for various anniversaries and campaigns.
Tiffany Blue, rapper Biggie, musicals,
etc.
It was a limited edition and I was looking forward to it.
Going forward, the system will be unified into the contactless Tap & Go style "OMNY" that was introduced in 2019.
We live in a convenient age where you can use your credit card or smartphone without prior registration (plastic OMNY cards can also be purchased from vending machines).
For about 50 years since 1953
The token (coin) that was the face of the NY subway
1993: Yellow MetroCard takes over
After 32 years, its role came to an end.
The first token costs 15 cents, currently 2.90 USD per ride
It feels about 20 times older.
A valid metro card
Available until the end of 2026
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<Confess your love in Times Square, the center of the world!>
February is Valentine's Day ❤️
In the United States
There is no custom of women handing out obligatory chocolates to men.
It's a day to show love.
They may be couples who are dating or married couples.
A sweet day to express love and gratitude to each other.
Generally speaking, it is more common for men to give gifts to women.
A man holding a bouquet of roses in the city
You can also see men choosing women's underwear as gifts at Victoria's Giclet and other stores.
And of course "Confession Day" ❤️
In Times Square, the heart of Manhattan, New York
During this period, we will be holding a special event called "LOVE in Times Square."
They add a lot of excitement to the event every year.
(First photo)
If you apply in advance and are accepted
I got on my knees in front of her name projected on the big screen and proposed to her in front of everyone around the world❤️
I can't say "no" to this (smile)
If your advance application is accepted, you can even hold a simple wedding ceremony here❤️
(2nd photo)
In the middle of Times Square
Selected at the Love & Design Competition
Artistic objects based on the theme of "love" will be on display.
This year's chosen
The piece is called "Love Ever After" and different hearts appear depending on the angle, like in the photo.
This outdoor art is
It will be available for free from February 4th to March 4th.
If you come to NY, please come to this place to express your love and gratitude to your loved ones.
Happy Valentine's Day!!
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< Eat $1 cake in NY! >
In addition to the weak yen, prices are high!
" New York is surprised.
However, if you look around, you can find plenty of cheap and delicious restaurants.
One of the charms of New York.
After all, there are a lot of shops.
The first one is the famous "$1 pizza"!
The price has been increased reluctantly due to post-coronavirus inflation
Nowadays, "$1.50 pizza" has become mainstream.
Still, $1.50
It's cheap and the slices are American size, so each one is big.
It's a New York specialty after all.
⚫️ The famous "2 Bros Pizza" has 8 stores in Manhattan ↓
https://www.2brospizza.…
⚫️ There is also "1 Dollar Pizza" at 748 9th Ave (between 50th and 51st Streets)
All of this in New York, where prices are constantly rising.
There are some popular restaurants that have maintained their traditional prices and still offer meals for just $1.
Kam Hing Bakery's $1 cake!
Of course,
It is located in the food town of Chinatown.
address
118 Baxter Street
A local Chinese American restaurant is crowded with customers from the moment it opens for business for its "Dollar Cakes."
Please try it once.
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