Travel to New York: The Ultimate Destination in the Land of Liberty

With its bustling and busy pace of life, the vast New York is the city that never sleeps in the land of the stars and stripes. But that’s not all. Ignoring the hustle and bustle, New York also captivates people with its brilliant natural scenery, diverse cultures, cuisines and bustling, bustling shopping areas. Traveling to New York will definitely give you an unforgettable experience.

1. New York tourist visa

Modern Vietnamese passports are accepted in a number of countries, allowing Vietnamese people to visit without a visa. However, if you want to travel to New York , you are required to apply for a visa.

If you buy a tour from a travel agency, you will only need to prepare the necessary documents. However, if you want to travel independently, you will have to prepare everything yourself, from documents to interviews,…

For the purpose of applying for a tourist visa, you will receive a B2 visa. And normally, the customs officer will grant you a maximum visa duration of 1-3 months (instead of the maximum 1 year as prescribed).

2. Getting around New York City

As a modern city, New York’s infrastructure and transportation are very well developed. Therefore, the means of transportation are also very diverse and rich. That is very convenient for your journey, especially when you travel independently.

Below are some popular means of transportation in New York City that you can refer to:

Walking: Of course, New Yorkers mostly walk, and not only that, they walk very fast. Because this city is the world’s leading financial and commercial center, every citizen has to make an extremely great effort to survive here. Walking quickly and hurriedly has almost become a characteristic of New York culture.

Bus: is an ideal choice if you want to save on travel costs for your New York trip. Bus tickets here are quite cheap, moreover, most of the stops are commercial centers, shopping malls,… extremely convenient for visitors.

Subway: Subway is not yet used in Vietnam, however it is a very familiar means of transport in developed countries. Subway fare is about 2.25 USD/trip. However, you should be careful when taking the train, as well as limit going in and out of less crowded places to avoid trouble.

Biking: Biking in New York is a fun experience that you will definitely want to try. However, even if you ride a bike, if you do not follow the rules, you are likely to get pulled over by the police.

3. All the important New York travel experiences you need to know

What is the best time of year to go to New York?

With a humid subtropical climate, the weather and temperature in New York are not much different from Northern Vietnam. Traveloka’s experience of traveling to New York says that you should choose to go to New York from April to June every year. At this time, the climate will be much cooler and more pleasant.

In particular, the festival season often falls during the peak tourist season, so if you want to save money, you should not book tickets during these times. Because not only the airfare, but also the hotel price will increase to a dizzying level.

Places not to be missed when traveling to New York

As one of the largest cities in the world, New York has many great tourist attractions for you to visit and experience. New York consists of 5 large areas: Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, The Bronx and Staten Island.

Each area has its own great places to visit. In this article of Traveloka, we will only give you the “New York-style” destinations for your reference.

Statue of Liberty : As a symbol of the land of the stars and stripes, the Statue of Liberty is one of the places that everyone wants to visit once when traveling to New York.

Empire State Building: The tallest building in New York, the Empire State has 102 floors and a whopping height of 373.1 meters. Just like Bitexco in Saigon or Lotte in Hanoi, if you have the opportunity to stand on top of this tower and admire the city below, you will definitely be amazed.

World Fashion Center – 5th Avenue: Located in the middle of the richest district of Manhattan in the United States, 5th Avenue is almost considered the fashion capital of NYC. Here, you can find hundreds of stores of the most luxurious shopping brands in the world: from Tommy Hilfiger to Channel, Tiffany,…

Brooklyn Bridge: If you choose to travel to New York , you must put the Brooklyn Bridge on your destination list. This is one of the long-standing symbols associated with the development of New York City.

New York Public Library: Located on the third floor of the Beaux-Arts building, the New York Public Library has an extremely spacious and beautiful reading room. The tables and chairs are made of old oak, the library design provides adequate lighting and thousands of reference books are what attract hundreds of people to come here to read every day.

Times Square: This is the center of New York City, a destination for shopping enthusiasts, art and culture lovers. At the same time, Times Square is also a familiar check-in place for all travel enthusiasts. So, don’t miss it!

What to eat in New York?

Donuts: Donuts are very familiar to almost all of us. With its unique color, eye-catching shape and sweet taste, this dish has won the hearts of many people. If you have come here, why not try an “authentic” donut?

Pizza: Everyone knows that pizza is an Italian specialty. However, this type of pie is also one of the traditional dishes in New York. The pizza here has a thinner crust and the combination of ingredients is quite different from the “original”. Waiting in line and waiting for pizza at Grimaldi restaurant is definitely an experience you should try.

Egg Cream: When traveling to New York , you can’t just focus on delicious food and fancy restaurants. Try a delicious traditional drink that is loved by many people here: egg cream. Not only does it have a characteristic fatty flavor, this drink also acts as a refreshing drink in the hot summer!

Pastrami on rye: a traditional sandwich of the Jewish community in New York. Pastrami is prepared quite simply but brings an extremely delicious feeling. You can enjoy this type of sandwich at restaurants or food trucks in New York.

Hopefully, the above article from Traveloka has helped you gain certain knowledge and travel to New York and help you more or less for your upcoming trip. Remember to book flight tickets, hotel rooms, and Xperience entertainment tickets through the Traveloka application to enjoy promotions and save costs for your trip!