The cost debate:
- Amtrak: $450 round trip for two people. Acela on the way to NYC, Northeast Regional back to Boston.
- Flying: Prices vary by day/time/weekend, but generally it's not much cheaper than Amtrak. To fly on a weekend mid-April it's $336 per person on JetBlue. Plus the cost to get into the city.
- Bus: Amenities are nice (bathroom, wifi, etc), and cost is relatively cheap (approx $80 for two people round trip). Time is the issue. Last time we took the bus on a Friday night it took nearly 6 hours!
- Driving: If you've already got the car, it's simply the cost of a tank of gas and tolls (about $75 total).
Generally speaking, the rail systems are going to be your most eco-friendly transportation. They're transporting a large number of people at once, and operate on a fairly energy efficient system.
A similar debate can be made for flying - transporting a large number of people, fairly efficient. Short haul flights (Boston to NYC) are mostly on par with rail for emissions and efficiency.
Driving is probably the next best alternative, especially if you can carpool or drive a hybrid. Kudos if you can do both!
Finally, the bus. We really don't like the bus. Depending on your time of travel, the bus can be either one of the most efficient or least efficient methods of transport. Couple that with the bus being loud and the longest of the travel methods, and we think you're best to just avoid it.
In conclusion, if you're a big spender, go with Amtrak. You'll love it. If you're like the remaining 99.99% of the population, we suggest driving from Boston to NYC.
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ReplyDeleteA local friend recommended and took my Cali group to this amazing bar. He said that mostly locals came here so I didn't really know what to expect ambiance wise... but screw it, the view at this bar was absolutely breathtaking! No joke. I felt like a celebrity w/ superstar treatment as the staff are friendly and amazing to say the very least.
I don't know who the house DJ was but he definitely was playing music right up my alley. It would've been my dream for people to start dancing, but it's all good.
It's a bit sceney for my taste, but it really didn't bother me much. the bartenders knew their stuff, although their 1st cocktail was a little weak, when he saw i understood cocktails the next 2 were stronger. I also liked that even though the place was really hopping the bartender remembered what i was drinking when i came to order another. (he also understood how good a gin hendricks is, and not to overpower it with the mixer). It was amazing to see their “das boot” which is shaped like a boot filled with beer. Don’t get me wrong, I am not drunk…it’s an actual boot shaped beer container ready to be emptied..try it ..you will love it!! Oh..how can I forget, they even have a wheel o' shots where you just have to spin it and have to drink whatever shot it lands on!! Now call that bar creativity at its best!!!
We ordered the Veal and Fish Tacos. They were delicious. Mm! We ended up asking for spoons to polish off whatever remained in the platter. (Faux pas? Who cares as long as it gets in my tummy.) The fries were crispy, but not overcooked, just the way that I like them.
So take in this scene: You walk in to what seems like an overly crowded place, but soon fine an empty table. Time seems to stop and the only indicator of the night moving on is the moon and your brain cells slowly going to bed forever. The music is not to loud and the people around look good, the only thing left for you to do is to enjoy that drink you paid ridiculously low for and laugh at the joke your co-worker just told.
The vibe of the place just never seems to die out and if you happen to spot some NYC socialite, sports player, or star, don't let it get to you... because for that moment, this night they are no long more important than then you. In fact go up to them and introduce yourself!
All in all just a great place to meet new people, or just have drinks with people you already know. I've been to numerous bars in the city but i would say this place is just great. Very welcoming staff, very laid back ambiance. I’ve been here twice after my first visit with my Cali group . I would say its worth the every penny you spend!!
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