Good to know about New York

Using Wi-Fi in New York (wireless internet) is very handy if you want to quickly check emails, visit NewYork.com.au or to share something on Facebook! Luckily, there are many places in…

In New York every day is a holiday, but there are of course also a number of official public holidays. New York actually has no standard closing days for shops…

Mobile internet and calling on mobile phone in New York (using your iPhone or iPad for instance) can be very expensive. Mobile providers in Australia charge high costs for calling…

Eric’s New York App is THE offline app for New York. In this app for your smartphone or tablet you will find maps, information about attractions, tips, tricks and tickets…

There are many (partially) public and free toilets in New York that you can make use of. Everyone has experienced being on holiday and finding that you or your travel…

What do you need to keep in mind bringing back goods from New York? That you don’t bring back too much! You are allowed to bring back goods worth up…

Luggage storage in New York can be found at various locations in Manhattan. Are you passing through and want to do some sightseeing without having to bring your bags? Or…

New York is one of the the most disability-friendly cities in the world and it has made a big effort in the past few years to become accessible. New Yorkers…

Working and living in New York is not easy. I am often asked how I managed to move to the US. I always give the same answer: it is difficult….

The weather in New York is well defined by the seasons. I often receive the question “what will the weather be like”. The best thing to do, is of course…

What are the average temperatures in New York during a specific month? Below you can see a list of the average temperatures for during the day. The coldest time is not in…

The time difference between Australia and New York is 12 to 16 hours. New York uses the Eastern Standard Time (EST), and the Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) during the summer….

In New York smoking is not as commonplace as it is in parts of Australia, not in public areas at least. You won’t be surprised to hear that you can’t…

Tipping in New York is a regular part of daily life. It seems as if New Yorkers are constantly tipping. You tip in a restaurant, in a bar or club,…

You can bring money to New York but it is just as easy to take out cash in New York. $1 is approximately A$1.45 (updated in January 2020). Banknotes of…

Opening hours in New York tend to vary depending on the type of shop or business. Almost all the delis (the shops on the street corners selling food, drinks and…

According to FBI data New York is considered the safest large city in the United States. On the ranking of cities with the highest crime rates, the city does not…

Finding your way around New York can be difficult, at first, but once you understand the ‘grid system’ it’s a lot easier. Manhattan is, in fact, famous for it’s grid…

Minimum Age in New York is taken very seriously. Everywhere has stringent identity and age checks. Even for tourists over 50, it’s advisable to always have your identification to hand…

With a few exceptions, little value is attached to super chic clothes and accessories when sightseeing in New York. If you are not dining at a top restaurant, it is…

In the “Single’s Capital” of the world, solitary travellers are hardly noticed. Indeed, being single in New York is great. It is perfectly normal to do things by yourself here….

Please note that New Yorkers tend to behave differently towards you as a tourist. They jump the queue at traffic lights, grab your taxis, and when queuing at the checkout…

Taking Photos in New York can be so easy; the city is just one photo opportunity after another. Who would not want to commemorate their trip to the wonderful city…