Category Archives: Transportation
New York City Skyline Cruise
One of the most exciting ways to take in New York City is on the water. NY Waterway has one of the largest fleets on the NY Harbor and all summer long, they will be offering 90-minute tours of NYC iconic landmarks that include, the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the original Ground Zero site (where One World Trade Center and the September 11 Memorial now stand), Battery Park, Wall Street, the Chrysler Building and more.
New York International Auto Show
The New York International Auto Show is one of the oldest and best attended auto show’s in North America. From April 6 – 15, the Jacob Javits Center will be packed with some of the top cars and trucks from automakers that hail from across the globe. If you are a fan of hot cars and trucks, this is the event for you. The latest concept cars, new green technology and a sneak peak of whats to come in 2012/2013 in the world of automobiles will be unveiled.
Mobile App NY: NY Waterway App for iPhone, Android & iPad
This app allows NY Waterway Hudson and East River Ferry riders to purchase tickets paper-free from their phone and use their phone as a ticket. The app can be used to Check ferry schedules for all Hudson and East River routes and it even provides real-time advisories and alerts. All personal information and payments are encrypted over SSL, and are PCI-compliant to ensure high security. The app is free and is compatible with Android, iPhone, iPod touch and iPad.
NYC Subway platforms are wiring for cell phone reception
Waiting for the the train in the subway is about to become a lot more louder when a handful of stations next week in Manhattan gain cell phone signals from the platform.
The program that is a pilot for At&T and T- Mobile customers will begin along the 14th Street corridor — at the A, C, E, F, L, M and No. 1, 2 and 3 platforms — and the C and E train station at 23rd Street.
Car Share Services in New York City
New York City is one of the greatest city’s to live in because you do not have to drive to get around. There are those times though, when having a car is convenient for running errands, trips to Ikea or loading up on bulk groceries. The options of car sharing has increased and we now have a couple more options other than the pioneer of car sharing Zipcar. Hertz Connect and Mint are out on the road and are waiting to be shared.
New York City Bike Share 2 Week Test Run
New York City is going to join other big cities across the world like Montreal, London, Frankfurt and Stockholm by expanding transportation and creating a bike share program.
The program will consist of 600 stations with 10,000 bikes located in Manhattan, Brooklyn and potentially Queens, Staten Island and the Bronx. Users of the service will be able to sign up for a membership or sign out a bike using their credit card. When you are finished riding the bike, you simply return it to a bike share station.
MTA Metrocard how to break even
Are you one of those people that by a pay-as-you-go Metrocard for the subway and never break even? If so, we’ve figured out the right amount that you need to spend so that when you purchase a ride for $2.25, you can break even.
Andre Balázs StndAIR
If you are ready for adventure and have an open wallet, StndAIR is the way to get to the Hamptons. New York City hotelier and residential developer Andre Balázs is adding to his empire of luxury with StndAIR. Presented by The Standard Hotel, StndAIR has a fleet of 8 passenger Cessna Amphibian aircraft’s that offer flights between New York City and the Hamptons.
East River Ferry Route and Schedule
The East River Ferry stops at:
- E. 34th St/Midtown
- Hunters Point South/Long Island City
- India St./ Greenpoint
- N.6 St./ North Williamsburg
- Schaefer Landing/South Williamsburg
- Brooklyn Bridge/DUMBO
- Wall St.-Pier11/Financial District
- Atlantic Ave./ Brooklyn Bridge Park
- Governors Island
(Friday’s onlyLower Harbor Loop)
East River Ferry sets sail today
The East River Ferry is making its debut today and is ready to offer a great alternative to overcrowded trains connecting Manhattan, Queens and Brooklyn.
