Sunday, 24 January 2010

Trip Tips: New York Pass Review


By Patty Lauwers

For those planning a trip to the main metropolitan destination in all the world, a New York Pass review might be helpful. A New York Pass allows the holder to access up to fifty different New York City attractions and tours. The pass is simply a smart card with a microchip. This can be a very helpful tool for visitors and tourists looking to take in the sights and sounds of the city.

As previously stated, the pass grants entry to a vast number of tourists locales. Some of the more notable New York City tourist attractions include the Statue of Liberty, MOMA, Empire State Building, Guggenheim, Lincoln Center, Queens Zoo, and the Circle Line. The card also entitles the holder to fast track entry. This can help save valuable time without having to stand in long lines. In addition, all pass holders also receive a New York Guidebook. This one hundred and forty page book contains valuable information regarding location, timings, and travel. The book is available in English, German, and Spanish.

The main selling point of the Pass are the cost savings. The one price removes the need for additional for each separate location and attraction. The pass comes with an expiration period of up to a year. This means that it can be used at any point for the number of days designated in consecutive order. The Pass can be purchased in one day, three days, and seven day increments. There are also hop on and hop off plans that transport travelers from attraction to attraction.

The pass can also be purchased with insurance. Therefore, any unused passes that expire within the year of purchase can be returned for a full refund. This can be an ideal option especially if one does not know the exact timing of their visit. In addition, it can be an added protection if given as a gift.

Aside from the free access to the selected fifty attractions, the pass also give up to seventy percent discount on other city attractions. There also up to thirty other types of benefits. The pass also give shopping discounts at local stores such as Macy's and at some eateries. Additionally, pass holders can get up to a twenty five percent discount on Broadway show tickets.

Other discounts are available for some of the popular eateries. For instance, Planet Hollywood, Cold Stone Creamery, and Dylan's Candy Bar. For the romantic lot, the World Yacht Dining Cruise offers a complimentary bottle of champagne to adult card holding couples. For international travelers, the Pass grants a 1% improvement on all exchange rates through Change New York.

The New York pass is ideal not just for foreign travelers, but also local residents who might not have had the opportunity to explore the famous New York locales. Furthermore, if nothing else, the guide would be a valuable item to have, in case one desires to check out the sights at a later time. As the cardholders receive some special treatments, priority entry, and common tours it can also help build a level of camaraderie among fellow tourists. This can further enhance one's travel experience.

Logistically, the Pass can be purchased online or through the phone. Delivery costs are extra depending on fast one requires the card. The best solution is to simply pick up the card upon arrival. This has no extra surcharge. New York is not the only city with such a pass and travelers to other destinations should check to see if those cities offer similar options. In short, the Pass in a cost effective and valuable tool for all types of tourists.

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