Author Topic: NYC (Read 51462 times)

KCFDcat · « **on:** September 27, 2011, 05:56:08 PM »

I know there's a thread about visiting NYC on here, but I don't really care. I'm posting this anyways.

I've been to NYC lots, done all the touristy stuff (ellis island, statue of liberty, empire state building, etc..) am going back in November and want some new things to do/places to visit. any suggestions? also, need a nice hotel to stay at (stayed at the westin times square last time) anyone know of any smaller boutique type hotels that are nice/not outrageously expensive?

ps, this trip is for 2 dudes, so don't need to worry about doing things that Mrs. KCFD would like to do. (I'm not against just going out and getting smashed every night, but I don't want to just go to shitty bars, I could do that here)

steve dave · « **Reply #1 on:** September 27, 2011, 06:16:00 PM »

have you done the high line?

KCFDcat · « **Reply #2 on:** September 27, 2011, 06:40:53 PM »

Quote from: steve dave on September 27, 2011, 06:16:00 PM

have you done the high line?

no, what is this? somewhat intrigued

steve dave · « **Reply #3 on:** September 27, 2011, 06:42:15 PM »

http://www.thehighline.org/

steve dave · « **Reply #4 on:** September 27, 2011, 06:45:38 PM »

KCFDcat · « **Reply #5 on:** September 27, 2011, 07:03:56 PM »

oh yeah, I've heard of that.
Is it actually cool, or is it one of those things that would be like "oh this is neat, what do we do now? look at this grass?"

steve dave · « **Reply #6 on:** September 27, 2011, 07:04:57 PM »

I have no idea, just want to do it next time I'm in town. iirc one of our new york posters talked about it in the NYC master thread but, alas,.....

asava · « **Reply #7 on:** September 27, 2011, 07:37:04 PM »

going there on thursday.

seeing a bunch of bands, eating at a bunch of restaurants, banging lots of chicks. nbd. l33t 4 lyf3

raquetcat · « **Reply #8 on:** September 27, 2011, 09:18:39 PM »

Quote from: KCFDcat on September 27, 2011, 07:03:56 PM

oh yeah, I've heard of that.
Is it actually cool, or is it one of those things that would be like "oh this is neat, what do we do now? look at this grass?"

this, if you are an architect, landscape designer, or in general an artsy person it will probably be super super cool for you, otherwise walk through it, maybe take some pictures across the water and you're done, 30 minutes max, there is the chelsea market http://www.chelseamarket.com/ right by the highline which I've heard is pretty cool to walk through, but it was closed when I was there

ben ji · « **Reply #9 on:** September 27, 2011, 09:37:48 PM »

Quote from: asava on September 27, 2011, 07:37:04 PM

going there on thursday.

seeing a bunch of bands, eating at a bunch of restaurants, banging lots of chicks. nbd. l33t 4 lyf3

Do me a favor and find out if fake hipster glasses are still in style. If I should know this answer already please disregard question. TIA

KCFDcat · « **Reply #10 on:** September 27, 2011, 09:42:37 PM »

Quote from: raquetcat on September 27, 2011, 09:18:39 PM

Quote from: KCFDcat on September 27, 2011, 07:03:56 PM
oh yeah, I've heard of that.
Is it actually cool, or is it one of those things that would be like "oh this is neat, what do we do now? look at this grass?"

this, if you are an architect, landscape designer, or in general an artsy person it will probably be super super cool for you, otherwise walk through it, maybe take some pictures across the water and you're done, 30 minutes max, there is the chelsea market http://www.chelseamarket.com/ right by the highline which I've heard is pretty cool to walk through, but it was closed when I was there

not me. while I do enjoy the finer things in life, generally these sorts of things don't amuse me all that much. the story behind it is cool, and I will probably end up going just to see what it's like. Will report back to you.

michigancat · « **Reply #11 on:** September 27, 2011, 10:28:24 PM »

Quote from: KCFDcat on September 27, 2011, 09:42:37 PM

Quote from: raquetcat on September 27, 2011, 09:18:39 PM
Quote from: KCFDcat on September 27, 2011, 07:03:56 PM
oh yeah, I've heard of that.
Is it actually cool, or is it one of those things that would be like "oh this is neat, what do we do now? look at this grass?"

this, if you are an architect, landscape designer, or in general an artsy person it will probably be super super cool for you, otherwise walk through it, maybe take some pictures across the water and you're done, 30 minutes max, there is the chelsea market http://www.chelseamarket.com/ right by the highline which I've heard is pretty cool to walk through, but it was closed when I was there

not me. while I do enjoy the finer things in life, generally these sorts of things don't amuse me all that much. the story behind it is cool, and I will probably end up going just to see what it's like. Will report back to you.

save your money and go to branson or something. sheesh.

KCFDcat · « **Reply #12 on:** September 27, 2011, 10:33:23 PM »

Quote from: michigancat on September 27, 2011, 10:28:24 PM

Quote from: KCFDcat on September 27, 2011, 09:42:37 PM
Quote from: raquetcat on September 27, 2011, 09:18:39 PM
Quote from: KCFDcat on September 27, 2011, 07:03:56 PM
oh yeah, I've heard of that.
Is it actually cool, or is it one of those things that would be like "oh this is neat, what do we do now? look at this grass?"

this, if you are an architect, landscape designer, or in general an artsy person it will probably be super super cool for you, otherwise walk through it, maybe take some pictures across the water and you're done, 30 minutes max, there is the chelsea market http://www.chelseamarket.com/ right by the highline which I've heard is pretty cool to walk through, but it was closed when I was there

not me. while I do enjoy the finer things in life, generally these sorts of things don't amuse me all that much. the story behind it is cool, and I will probably end up going just to see what it's like. Will report back to you.

save your money and go to branson or something. sheesh.

oh yeah, I just love branson. love it. I mean, who doesn't?

I'm betting you're jealous that you can't visit branson on the weekends up there in michigan. bummer man. bummer

Stupid Fitz · « **Reply #13 on:** September 27, 2011, 10:53:44 PM »

Go to McSorleys, order the dark, enjoy.

j-von · « **Reply #14 on:** September 28, 2011, 12:40:17 AM »

Where are you wanting to stay? I know quite a few good hotels, eateries, and clubs around Times Square

KCFDcat · « **Reply #15 on:** September 28, 2011, 09:52:12 AM »

Quote from: j-vonfeldt on September 28, 2011, 12:40:17 AM

Where are you wanting to stay? I know quite a few good hotels, eateries, and clubs around Times Square

have stayed in times square before, was hoping to stay near soho or the village or something like that...

jmlynch1 · « **Reply #16 on:** September 28, 2011, 03:47:08 PM »

Quote from: asava on September 27, 2011, 07:37:04 PM

going there on thursday.

seeing a bunch of bands, eating at a bunch of restaurants, banging lots of chicks. nbd. l33t 4 lyf3

OSU game?

asava · « **Reply #17 on:** October 04, 2011, 04:21:17 PM »

Quote from: jmlynch1 on September 28, 2011, 03:47:08 PM

Quote from: asava on September 27, 2011, 07:37:04 PM
going there on thursday.

seeing a bunch of bands, eating at a bunch of restaurants, banging lots of chicks. nbd. l33t 4 lyf3
OSU game?

don't know if i'll be able to. unless you've got inside info on cheap tix.

jtksu · « **Reply #18 on:** October 04, 2011, 05:08:39 PM »

Would def. get some cocaine. Take a bunch of it before going out.

PorkChop Express · « **Reply #19 on:** October 05, 2011, 12:58:14 PM »

Quote from: Stupid Fitz on September 27, 2011, 10:53:44 PM

Go to McSorleys, order the dark, enjoy.

yes

wELLsculptedbrows · « **Reply #20 on:** January 04, 2012, 10:55:13 AM »

I'm taking the lady for her first trip next month.

I'm reasonably familiar with the city, but not at all familiar with Broadway shows and she wants to see "The Book of Mormon."

Anyone have any suggestions on the best/cheapest way to purchase tickets? I know there are all sorts of services besides Stub Hub and the like, but nothing beyond that.

michigancat · « **Reply #21 on:** January 04, 2012, 10:58:59 AM »

Quote from: wELLsculptedbrows on January 04, 2012, 10:55:13 AM

I'm taking the lady for her first trip next month.

I'm reasonably familiar with the city, but not at all familiar with Broadway shows and she wants to see "The Book of Mormon."

Anyone have any suggestions on the best/cheapest way to purchase tickets? I know there are all sorts of services besides Stub Hub and the like, but nothing beyond that.

buy them from the box office 2 or 3 months ago.

http://www.bookofmormonbroadway.com/tickets.php

steve dave · « **Reply #22 on:** January 04, 2012, 10:59:30 AM »

you can roll the dice and line up at tkts for a lot of shows. TBOM is really popular right now so that won't be an option for you.

http://gonyc.about.com/cs/discountbroadway/a/tktsbooth.htm

wELLsculptedbrows · « **Reply #23 on:** January 04, 2012, 11:03:52 AM »

Quote from: steve dave on January 04, 2012, 10:59:30 AM

you can roll the dice and line up at tkts for a lot of shows.

HELPFUL.

Quote from: michigancat on January 04, 2012, 10:58:59 AM

buy them from the box office 2 or 3 months ago.

less than helpful

pissclams · « **Reply #24 on:** January 04, 2012, 11:35:34 AM »

boy oh boy. is there anything better than going to see a broadway show?