MUUV: Day trip to NYC - May 18, 2024

CANCELLED

GUIDE TO SPRING IN NEW YORK CITY
https://www.nyctourism.com/things-to-do/spring-guide/

Driving directions to Lot 9 - https://www.waze.com/live-map/directions/lot-9-dhmc-hanover?to=place.w.188547509.1885671697.1653282

DH Lot 9 is located on Blue Sky Drive, Lebanon, NH (just go up the hill a little bit and it's a large parking lot on the left)

 If for some reason, we need to cancel, we will give you a FULL refund. If you need to cancel for any reason, you can do so until April 18, 2024. 

Let us drive you to New York City for a day with Premier Coach: no parking, no hotel stays, no worries!
 https://premiercoach.com/

The Essentials
Departure from the Upper Valley: The bus will pick up and drop off at two locations! Buses will leave promptly at their scheduled times, please be on time. You will be asked to choose your boarding location while signing up for the event.

• Leave from Lebanon: The bus will pick up at DH-Parking Lot 9, (behind Jesse's Steakhouse). You can leave your car at Lot 9 all day. The bus will leave Lebanon promptly at 5:00 AM Check in and boarding begin at 4:45 AM 

• Leave from the Windsor Park & Ride: The bus will pick up at the Windsor Park and Ride (located just off of Exit 9 on I-91). The bus will arrive in Windsor promptly at 5:30 AM. You must be present at that time to board.
• Arrival in New York City: The bus will drop-off at Bryant Park (42nd Street between 5th & 6th Ave., near Times Square) at approximately 10:10 AM. Upon arrival, you are free to have your own New York City adventure!
• Departure from New York City: In the evening, the bus will pick-up at Bryant Park (42nd Street between 5th and 6th Ave., near Times Square), the same location where you were dropped off.
• You must arrive by 6:45 PM to be checked in as the bus will depart from NYC promptly at 7:00 PM. The bus cannot wait past 7:00 PM for passengers, please plan accordingly. Sometimes, there is traffic, accidents, etc. that may delay the bus in the evening. Please wait at the designated spot. You will be provided with the trip leaders cell phone in case something arises.
• Return to the Upper Valley: The bus will arrive at the Windsor park and ride at approximately 11:30 pm, and back at Lot 9 at 12:00 AM (Dependent on traffic and road conditions)

The Little Details
Were here to help! The trip leader will also have a New York City map and guide to help you plan your day. If you would like to print off your map ahead of time, please copy and paste this link: https://nycmap360.com/nyc-tourist-map#.VWjgEk29KnN

 This event is open to all ages, anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. There is a restroom on the bus, and the bus generally stops once on each trip for a snack and restroom break. The bus ride is 5 hours long, so be prepared by bringing some entertainment. The bus will not be parked at Bryant Park all day, so you will need to take your valuables with you. However, you can leave coolers, games, and other non-valuables on the bus as the same bus will pick us up in the evening. You are welcome to bring snacks and drinks on the bus, we simply ask that you not bring glass or alcohol. Please consider weather changes and prepare with appropriate clothing. In the event of an unplanned change of pick up location, you will be advised by text or email about the alternate pick-up location. Payment is due when signing up for the event. Cancellations received after April 18th will not be eligible for a refund. Cancellations will be accepted via phone or e-mail, and must be received by the stated cancellation deadline. If you have any questions, please call the Upper Valley Business Alliance @ 603-448-1203 and ask for Tammi or email tammi@uppervalleybusinessalliance.com. 

About the bus:

• 56 Passenger
• Theatre-style tiered seating with reclining seats
• Comfort headrest 3-point seat belts
• Climate control air conditioner and heat
• Comfortable Restroom

Amenities:

• Enclosed parcel racks for storage
• 110v power outlets & USB outlets throughout
• Flat screens throughout
• iPod & MP3 connection integrated in head unit
• DVD/CD/Radio WiFi
• LED overhead, aisle & floor lighting
• Fully green certified & clean-engine technology 

Some great options for sightseeing & food!
 Bryant Park - there is a  Whole Foods right there which would be a great place to get snacks to take with you on the bus home. Bryant Park also has a Le Pain Quotidien which has coffee, sandwiches, and pastries. Bryant Park is also famous for one of the fanciest and cleanest bathrooms in NYC.

Urbanspace Vanderbilt is right near there - food from Little Biggs and City Chik. In the morning, the taco place has breakfast tacos, which sounds like a great way to start the day. 
https://www.urbanspacenyc.com/

https://www.urbanspacenyc.com/urbanspace-vanderbilt 
Near both places is Summit One Vanderbuilt. It is a viewing platform that also has Instagram friendly spaces. It has great views of the Empire State Building. I believe it is 100% indoors which is great for bad weather.

https://summitov.com/ 
The NYC Ferries are pretty cheap and are a fantastic way to see the city. They leave from downtown and go up the east river and under the big bridges like Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan bridge. This is different than the Staten Island Ferry which is also fun. The Staten Island Ferry is free and there is now a mediocre outlet mall next to the landing.
 
https://www.ferry.nyc/routes-and-schedules/
 
Take it from downtown to Roosevelt island and then take the Roosevelt island tram back to Manhattan. The four freedoms part has amazing views of the city. In April and May Roosevelt island has tons of blooming cherry blossoms.
 
This is Time Out Market DUMBO which is a favorite food hall in NYC.
 
https://www.timeoutmarket.com/newyork/eat-and-drink/
 
This is Market 57, which is next to The Island. It is by the James Beard foundation and has a great rooftop park.
 
https://pier57nyc.com/market-57/
 
This is the rooftop park
https://pier57nyc.com/rooftop/

More importantly -  download the Flush Public Toliets/Restrooms app! You will never be wondering where there are available bathrooms again - this is app is a fantastic resource for any travel destination! Including right here in the Upper Valley!