Smartphones have revolutionized the way in which we do many things, and traveling is no exception. The smartphone has become our favorite travel companion; no longer do we need to spend hours at a travel agency or call around to various hotels and hope that their standards live up to their promise upon arrival. Today,… Continue reading Swipe, Click, Book! – Top NYC Hotel Booking Apps
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Finding the Right Price for Short-Term Housing in NYC
Have you landed a coveted position in NYC and need a place to stay ASAP? Is your new company reluctant to pay for your moving expenses? Are you lacking the thousands of dollars often required to setup in a new city? If this is you, you’re not alone: Thousands of people move to New York… Continue reading Finding the Right Price for Short-Term Housing in NYC
An International’s Guide to Renting in NYC
Finding and securing a rental apartment in New York City can be a challenging process. Being prepared and familiarizing yourself with New York City’s unique rental process will give you the best chance of getting an apartment. Preparing The first step is to make sure you know what documents will be required. You should begin… Continue reading An International’s Guide to Renting in NYC
Finding a House Before you Have a Home
For those lucky enough to be moving to New York City from abroad, congratulations! Living and working in NYC is a constantly exciting and challenging experience, and having one of the world’s greatest cities as your playground is a great privilege.Still, moving is hard, and moving internationally is even harder. With everything to sort out… Continue reading Finding a House Before you Have a Home
CouchSurfing: Where Travel and Social Network Collide
The Internet and new technologies have revolutionized the way we travel around the planet. Plane tickets and hotels are now easily booked online. Package deals can remove the hassle of sorting through a dizzying number of details while organizing a trip abroad. And online itineraries and interactive maps have made navigating a foreign land much… Continue reading CouchSurfing: Where Travel and Social Network Collide
The New Bed and Breakfasts: Low-Cost Lodging for the Price-Conscious Traveler
Say you’re a tourist from outside the United States planning to visit New York City. You may be aware that the city is made up of five counties (in New York they’re called “boroughs”), but you feel Manhattan is the place to be — the home of Broadway, Central Park, the hottest restaurants and clubs, etc. But… Continue reading The New Bed and Breakfasts: Low-Cost Lodging for the Price-Conscious Traveler