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Travel Tips

The term "Big Apple" was originally used in the 1920's and 30's
by jazz musicians as a way of saying: 'There are many apples on the tree,
but when you pick New York City, you pick the Big Apple...'
Emergency Tourist Information Centers Currency and Exchange Places Some More Tips Food

Emergency

Police, Fire & Medical Emergencies:
Lost or stolen Credit Cards:
For Information on travel delays and NYC-specific information,
call 311 inside the NYC limits, or text 311-692.

Tourist Information

The Official New York City Visitor Information Center
Online Performance Tickets:
Same Day Performance Tickets: (Half Price)
Jazz Clubs:

Currency and Exchange

There are plenty of Currency Exchange places around 42^nd St. and all over the city. One is located at 122 E. 42^nd St. They operate between 8:30 am and 9 pm.

Some More Tips

This is a huge city, so never leave your stuff unattended!
Temporary 'locker service' can be located at 357 West 37^th St. between 8^th and 9^th Ave. For $2.50/hour you can safely leave your purchases while you go sightseeing.
Only carry what you really need - leave your valuables in the hotel safe or at home.
The standard tipping is 15 to 20% in restaurants and taxi cab rides. Restaurant meals are taxed at 8.875%, so the locals just leave double the tax as a tip.
If you think that the Prada you bought for $20 is real... think again!

Food

NYC is a place where great food of any kind can be found on nearly any corner. Here are a few favorites of ours if you're looking for a nice meal on the town.

In Midtown: