New York

[NinjaPoodle]

I'm planning a trip to the Big Apple. I wanted to get opinions from my fellow greekchatters of nice and fun places to go and things to do in addition to the tourist arena. :D

[PhiPsiRuss]

Go see the Frick Collection (http://www.frick.org/), its a great museum that won't take you 2 weeks to see in its entirety.

[PhiPsiRuss]

Also, you have to go to Katz's Deli (http://KatzDeli.com/) and get a Pastrami Sandwich with mustard (no mayo, or you will be shot on sight.)

Here (http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/wsas/Dollars_and_Sense/text/katz.html) is a great article on Katz's.

[Peaches-n-Cream]

When will you visit NYC?

[NinjaPoodle]

Originally posted by Peaches-n-Cream
When will you visit NYC?

Next Year spring break March 19th - 2?. (Depends on how much time I can get off of work):)

[moe.ron]

Do not miss Grey's PApaya's. Best hot dog ever.

[PhiPsiRuss]

Originally posted by moe.ron
Do not miss Grey's PApaya's. Best hot dog ever.
While I prefer Papaya King (http://www.papayaking.com/) at 3rd Avenue and 86th Street, Arya brings up something interesting. Besides that New York City has the best hot dogs, the phenomenon of hot dogs and papaya juice is a true New York experience.

[xok85xo]

nothing is better than grays at 4am after a night of drinking..

however, i think the papaya drink tastes like vomit.

[PhiPsiRuss]

Originally posted by xok85xo
i think the papaya drink tastes like vomit.
YOU HAVE BLASPHEMED!!!

[Peaches-n-Cream]

Oh no! You'll miss St. Patrick's Day in NYC which is also DPhiE Founders' Day, but I digress.

Late winter/early spring in NYC. The weather can be anything from freezing and snowy, to wet and rainy, to warm and beautiful.

I recommend taking a tour. The Circle Line is fun. You can go to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. The Empire State Building gives you a great view of NYC and the surrounding area. There are dozens of museums and plays that you could see.

Check out the tourism website for some other ideas.
http://www.nycvisit.com/content/index.cfm?pagePkey=11
http://www.nycvisit.com/home/

[AEPhiSierra]

i really like ellis island's museum.

if the statue of liberty is open by then don't bother. its better appreciated from afar. the schlepping out on the ferry and walking up all those steps just isn't worth it.

i personally think grand central terminal is beautiful so if you're near it just stop in for five minutes.

a tip: in my opinion if you're going to go to time square go at night. it's a lot less crowded and I think all the lights look cooler then.

there's a million funky restaurants, it just matters what you're looking for. check out ny.citysearch.com for suggestions. their ratings usually aren't too far off the mark.

[mullet81]

Originally posted by russellwarshay
Besides that New York City has the best hot dogs, the phenomenon of hot dogs and papaya juice is a true New York experience.

you have not had a hot dog until you eat a chicago dog. they're the best, in my opinion. i dream of them :) i may have to go shopping in chi-town this weekend just to have a chicago dog

[PhiPsiRuss]

Originally posted by mullet81
you have not had a hot dog until you eat a chicago dog. they're the best, in my opinion. i dream of them :) i may have to go shopping in chi-town this weekend just to have a chicago dog
Been there, done that. New York wins.

[aabby757]

if you're a child at heart, you MUST go to the Toys R Us in Times Square. It's amazing with a ferris wheel inside the store.

[Munchkin03]

I second the Grand Central and Ellis Island suggestions. I went to the latter for a class trip last week--rarely am I ever overly patriotic, but I was on the way back from Ellis Island. It's great!

If you have the time and inkling to take in a show, do so.

Hang out around Greenwich Village--my favorite part of Manhattan!

Central Park--it's a given.

[honeychile]

I always advise visitors to NYC to take in the Forbes Museum, at Fifth & Twelfth. It's [b]free[/i] and has the largest collection of Faberge Eggs available anywhere - plus lots of other toys & collections.

Strawberry Fields is a tribute to John Lennon in Central Park, near the Dakota Building where he lived & died. It's at 72nd & Central Park West.

And leave some time to shop. You'll just hate yourself if you don't bring back something from one cute little shop or another! :)

[CatStarESP4]

If you want to satisfy your sweet tooth in NYC, I recommend you go to Venieros on 11th between 1st and 2nd. It is a bakery and cafe that has delicious cakes, pastries and beverages. If you go there, have a slice of Windmill cake and/or a cup of decaf mochaccino for me. I'll you the website below:

http://www.venierospastry.com

John's Pizza on 44th and 8th has some of the best pizzas in the city. They also have pastas and sandwiches. However, it does get crowded in the early evening being that it is located near a lot Broadway theaters. It is worth the wait though.

Nonfood suggestions, check out Grand Central Terminal. It is a gorgeous site to see. They have laser light shows that are so beautiful.

I hope this helps!

[PhiPsiRuss]

Originally posted by CatStarESP4
If you want to satisfy your sweet tooth in NYC, I recommend you go to Venieros on 11th between 1st and 2nd. It is a bakery and cafe that has delicious cakes, pastries and beverages. If you go there, have a slice of Windmill cake and/or a cup of decaf mochaccino for me. I'll you the website below:

http://www.venierospastry.com
Venieros!!! Yes!!! :D

Damn Atkins diet. :(

[goldendelta]

You gotta take in a Broadway Show! You can get half-price tickets the in Times Square the day you want to go.