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New York City Vacation Planner

…Plan your trip in the RIGHT order and get the most out of NYC

Having watched way too many people plan their New York City vacations out of order, I’ve tried to create the perfect NYC Vacation Planning Tools. Follow this guide to book your trip and get New York City Insider tips, free maps, where to spend and save your money, secret ways of getting discounts and most importantly, what to book NOW so you don’t miss out!

Feel free to download some of the free maps below or download the full NYC Insider Guide immediately to get a feel for the size of NYC, the layout, the neighborhoods, the subway and distances between attractions.

How to Plan a New York City Vacation

This is my personal 10 step planning process for the ultimate New York City Vacation. I hope you enjoy it!


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I hope you enjoyed the 10 step Vacation Planner.

Please make sure to come back and tell me about your NYC Vacation!!!

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Ask NYC Insider Your Vacation Question

Transportation from LaGuardia to Crown Plaza? (by Jan,
MS, USA)

What choices do I have to get 7 adults and 14 pieces of luggage from LaGuardia Airport to the Crown Plaza Times Square?

NYC Insider Guide Answer:

Hi Jan! Thanks for your question. My recommendation is two taxis from LGA to the Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan.

The taxis will be about $40 each (more airport info here), for door to door service. You might save a little money by taking a shuttle, but it will take longer and likely be a hassle.

Please let me know if I can answer any additional questions, have a wonderful trip and we’d love if you would let us all know what you think of the Crowne Plaza.