US help.

[Shiny Things]

Any recommendations for pocket wifi for a San Francisco trip? Did a search in this thread but did not find anything. I was planning to go with the Changi recommends provider.

Edit: just saw the post on the 30usd t-mobile plan, I guess getting that and broadcasting hotspot would be cheaper! Also for those flying SQ to SFO or LAX, there's a free 7 day wifi rental promotion on SQ Facebook if you're interested

Yeah, definitely just go for T-Mobile. That way you get cellular data as well.

 

[patryn33]

New attraction comes to Niagara Falls
http://www.twcnews.com/nys/buffalo/news/2016/07/20/niagara-falls-ziplines.html

 

[convictionn]

Hi guys,
Going to NY in Oct for 8 days. May I ask what is the places/things are recommended to go? Shopping would be the priority there.
Any hotel recommendations?
Thanks

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Accommodation in NY costs an arm and a leg... I stayed at this Air BNB that I can't stop raving about, the host is Marcela and her apartment is near Columbus Circle, my best Air BNB experience thus far. Good location, spotless and friendly host, with an affordable price.

https://www.airbnb.com.sg/users/show/936114

 

[paul02]

New attraction comes to Niagara Falls
http://www.twcnews.com/nys/buffalo/news/2016/07/20/niagara-falls-ziplines.html

Heard from a friend that the falls is closing for repairs.

 

[patryn33]

Heard from a friend that the falls is closing for repairs.

U meant this?

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2016/feb/01/silencing-niagara-falls-new-york-plans-to-temporarily-dry-up-the-roaring-cascade

 

[Roan_89]

Has anyone taken SQ26 before? Its Sin->FRA->JFK. Any idea how long do i have to deplane for??

I wanted to know this as well. I dont know whether 1 hour 50 minutes is enough..

 

[fone]

Has anyone taken SQ26 before? Its Sin->FRA->JFK. Any idea how long do i have to deplane for??

I wanted to know this as well. I dont know whether 1 hour 50 minutes is enough..

1hr 50 mins in FRA? This is enough. Considering this is a direct flight and SQ26 uses the same plane for both flights, so if your SIN - FRA is delayed, so will your FRA - JFK (no plane to fly out until you arrive). I haven't flown this particular route, but usually, you just need to clear security, no passport control.

P.S. Direct flight simply means the same flight number to your destination. You can have multiple stops and even change planes / plane types.

 

[convictionn]

cheap factory outlet shopping:
http://www.tangeroutlet.com/
http://www.premiumoutlets.com/

tripadvisor is also a good place to do some research on what are the best attractions and places to visit for each city. good luck!

btw it would be best to rent a car cos taxis would be inconvenient and expensive to get around.

Outlet shopping in New York
- Woodbury Premium Outlets (can do a day trip, either catch a bus or drive)
- Century 21 (near WTC memorial)
- Nordstrom Rack

 

[Alfie77]

Outlet shopping in New York
- Woodbury Premium Outlets (can do a day trip, either catch a bus or drive)
- Century 21 (near WTC memorial)
- Nordstrom Rack

Good info. Thanks

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[Arcanell]

For those outlet shopping, register as a VIP shoppers at http://www.premiumoutlets.com/ .

Download and print the coupon 1 day before you visit. You usually get more discount than the coupon booklet at CS.

 

[cdrom85]

NY gurus - is it better to take the subway and Air Train from Manhattan/Queens to JFK or pre-book a car service before hand? I am expecting to fly out of JFK near midnight in end December..

I'm guessing both my wife and me would be hauling maybe 2 pieces of luggages with one big backpack in all.

Thanks

 

[convictionn]

NY gurus - is it better to take the subway and Air Train from Manhattan/Queens to JFK or pre-book a car service before hand? I am expecting to fly out of JFK near midnight in end December..

I'm guessing both my wife and me would be hauling maybe 2 pieces of luggages with one big backpack in all.

Thanks

We used a contact from our air bnb host, alternatively uber or a private car (eg Carmel). I've used Carmel a few times before and it's pretty decent. From their website they've got an online coupon which you can download and use as well.

 

[Arcanell]

Took nycairporter, from Penn station, just $17 per pax. Do allow at least 90 minutes travelling time.

 

[cdrom85]

Thanks guys. I'd be sure to check out the car services in this case.

 

[Shiny Things]

NY gurus - is it better to take the subway and Air Train from Manhattan/Queens to JFK or pre-book a car service before hand? I am expecting to fly out of JFK near midnight in end December..

I'm guessing both my wife and me would be hauling maybe 2 pieces of luggages with one big backpack in all.

Thanks

Don't forget Uber - an UberX is going to run you less than $50 for that trip.

 

[NoLogicLah]

Try lyft too, im in vegas and had a 5x $10 promo code. From vegas to north premium outlet only cost me us$1 after $10 credit discount

 

[convictionn]

Try lyft too, im in vegas and had a 5x $10 promo code. From vegas to north premium outlet only cost me us$1 after $10 credit discount

Wow extreme couponing in true American style

 

[darknezx]

Travelling to California in Nov/Dec

For honeymoon. Tentatively thinking of itinerary:

22 Nov Day 1 – LAX / LA
23 Nov Day 2 – LA
24 Nov Day 3 – LA to san Francisco
25 Nov Day 4 – San Francisco / Alcatrez
26 Nov Day 6 – San Francisco
27 Nov Day 7 – San Francisco to yosemite
28 Nov Day 8 – Yosemite to death valley
29 Nov Day 9 – death valley to vegas
30 Nov Day 10 – vegas
1 Dec Day 11 – Vegas
2 Dec Day 12 - Vegas to grand canyon (280 Miles/5 Hours)
3 Dec Day 13 – Grand Canyon
4 Dec Day 14 – Grand Canyon to Los Angeles
5 Dec Day 15 – LA
6 Dec Day 16 - LA
7 Dec Day 17 – LA
8 Dec Day 18 - LAX

Appreciate any comments pls! Actually I'm only due to depart on 9 Dec, so still got 1 day to play around..

 

[Hisashiburi]

Are u able to fly into SF and back from LA?

I feel day 15 to 17 in LA is a bit long as there really isn't much to see and do there other than theme parks and beaches.

If u like nature, maybe can spend a longer time in Yosemite.

SF is also a nicer city and more things to see than in the LA area.
If u drink wine, can go to Napa Valley.

 

[darknezx]

Are u able to fly into SF and back from LA?

I feel day 15 to 17 in LA is a bit long as there really isn't much to see and do there other than theme parks and beaches.

If u like nature, maybe can spend a longer time in Yosemite.

SF is also a nicer city and more things to see than in the LA area.
If u drink wine, can go to Napa Valley.

Cannot haha, got the tickets to/fro LAX. I'm thinking since I have such a long time, might as well drive from LA to SF? Ya I'm a nature fan, probably can spend more time in Yosemite and Vegas then.