Is This The End of Tourists in NYC?

[@HereBeBarr]

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[@ashofaphoenix]

I've supported your content for a long time and I really don't want to see you become cash Jordan. Please put things into context. The air bnb ban in NYC was putting in place because there were more apartments on air bnb then active apartment listings.

[@hassanalihusseini1717]

@@ashofaphoenix Cash Jordan is very good, addressing problems that others want to deny.

[@94teztalk]

My girlfriend and I just visited NY a few days ago. Things were not as bad as I thought. We had an amazing time. There was a couple of people that obviously had mental problems but as long as you mind your business you’ll be safe. IMO

[@94teztalk]

It’s also cheaper to stay in New Jersey and take the bus to Ny. It’s really no that bad

[@HereBeBarr]

yeah, i don't talk about that much. Def big savings, if you stay by Meadowlands.

[@billaball3]

It's never as bad as the media and certain politicians portray it.

[@motr1912]

​@@billaball3nowhere is. Agendas behind everything.

[@motr1912]

​@@94teztalkmy wife and I are staying in NJ next month and getting the PATH across and back.

[@TomyHawkTV]

Hey Jon! I travel to the US from Germany on a regular basis with groups. Since the pandemic, I've been to New York and Los Angeles twice, and Miami once. I think it's always important to know what to expect. When I'm in L.A., I know that there will not only be palm trees and the luxurious Hollywood lifestyle, but also tents of homeless people and individuals with mental instability on the Walk of Fame. When I go to New York, I know it's going to be expensive and crowded. Since I follow your rules about being street smart and using common sense, I have never encountered a dangerous situation in New York-and I've been there a dozen times. That's why I think channels like yours are important: they show the good and the bad without freaking people out or glorifying only the positive sides. Keep up the great work! Cheers, Tomy

[@johnhouseman3546]

My wife and I just stayed in the lower east side and loved it. Of course there were a few crazy people but if you watch videos like this, you know what to expect and you’ll also know all the great tips and tricks to have the best time. Your videos significantly helped us have a great time and can’t wait to visit again!

[@konradmaerzluft985]

Was in NYC about month ago. It was my 40th time since 2009. Had absolutely no problems at all. Walked around all hours of the night with my friend. It was his first time. Had a pretty cool experience and was on the set of Law and Order SVU. Please people do not believe the media. Or some of these other KZbinrs.

[@aaronlynch139]

Thanks for your videos John. I was in NY in May on my own. I'm a middle aged man and knew night time wandering around is to be avoided. I used an airbnb in Weehhawken which is 20 mins from mid town via NJ Transit to Port Authority. Saved a bomb of $$$. Thanks to your videos I knew to back my study of how to transfer from JFK to Weehawken safely on a Fri evening via Airtrain, subway and NJ Transit despite a customs officer trying to freak me out with danger stories from subway on a fri evening. It was 630pm and packed. All good. Thanks again....I hope to get back soon.

[@JoseFlores-kl6jm]

Jon I understand that NYC has it's issues, and so does Chicago. Thanks to your videos I know about the do's and don'ts of NYC ! I cannot wait for my next visit to NYC because it's my favorite place in the world.

[@suefitz2498]

I always love your honesty Jon, everyone who visits NYC needs to understand what’s happening. I agree that planning as far in advance as possible is best, and constantly searching for accomodation sales and promotions can work well. It’s a tiny island with thousands of people on it, the crime rate is not that high per capita. ❤❤❤

[@ginab6142]

My niece and I just returned from a week in NY. Although I was annoyed by the $40/day "resort fee" which was new to us, we will still return next year and see if we can find a hotel outside of the "resort" area. We regularly traveled by subway with no issues. We spent time in Manhattan, Queens, Williamsburg and Brooklyn - all with no issues. We felt safe on the subway and walking about the areas we visited.

[@HereBeBarr]

That's another thing I don't touch on enough the resort fees at the Midtown hotels.

[@99999myk]

I never felt threaten when I lived in NYC. Being polite goes a very long way in NYC. Please, thank you and excuse me, is the order of the day despite what Hollywood says.

[@LordGucciDraco]

A resort fee in NYC is literally insane. They are already a huge sticking point in Vegas, but at least you get way more bang for your buck in terms of room quality and there are world class restaurants and entertainment on site.

[@sct4040]

Just use your common sense, like putting your expensive IPhone away. Be aware of your environment, stand with your back to a wall, don’t go drinking too late into the night, etc.

[@ginab6142]

@@HereBeBarr We've come once a year since aprox 2008 (except for 2 years during covid) and I believe this is the first year that we were charged a "resort fee". When I inquired about the "resort" amenities prior to our arrival, I believe it was just internet access. 🙄

[@EricMobley1]

Your channel was SO helpful leading up to my anniversary NYC trip last October! I’ve worked in a downtown city & visited large cities like Chicago and Philly, so I was very prepared for the good, the bad, and the ugly. My husband said it was arguably our most expensive vacation as a couple. But like you said, we were prepared for that going in. Overall, we had a wonderful time in NYC and I would definitely visit again! Thank you for your content. Much appreciated 😁🫶

[@LoridaMan]

Just spent 2 weeks in Crown Heights, Brooklyn apartment sitting. 3rd time visiting the city, last time was in 2014. Rode the subway exclusively in and out of the city and bus to LaGuardia and only once did a man seem unsafe, near the Bronx Zoo, but it wasn't directed at anyone, just a mental health episode. There is something to be said about the fact that when living in a dense city you can't ignore those aspects of society, you have to confront them. Compared to Los Angeles the homeless issue is minimal. Your videos were super invaluable to me, the absolute super hero of the trip was the Stavros Niarchos Library. Got a million photos of locations recommended in your various videos. Being from Florida, I found the Orlando comment ironic because I find parts of Orlando pretty unsafe, especially for lost tourists in rental cars with loads of cash.

[@ontheroad5555]

@LoridaMan Wasn't Orlando the place where several people got murdered at a gay nightclub? So many guns in Florida yet not the police or other citizens were able to stop the gunman before he took many lives. NYC usually doesn't have those types of mass murders of complete strangers except for the Happy Land fire in the Bronx when the jealous man torched the dance club where people were trapped and killed. Most of the other mass shootings occur in other parts of New York state like the murders at the supermarket in Buffalo where a man went on a shooting rampage killing only black customers.

[@bonniepwtf]

Congrats on the 503K🎉

[@NewYorkWalker]

Thank you for addressing some of the real challenges facing tourism in New York City today. It's important to have these discussions, especially when planning a visit. While NYC has always been an iconic destination, it's crucial to stay informed about the current issues like rising costs, crime, and quality of life concerns. Your insights offer a balanced perspective, helping viewers make more informed decisions about their travels. Looking forward to hearing more of your thoughts on this!

[@louc299]

Was just there, Aug 19-24 with wife & 2 kids. Had an amazing time and zero issues. Was in Times Square at 11pm, no issues. Stayed in Jersey for $161 a night (LA Quinta Inn Clifton) and just did park and ride into Manhattan, super simple. Felt incredibly safe.

[@EPPOTTER-k6i]

Family of 4 here, 12 and 15 year old kids, we stayed in Hells kitchen, never felt unsafe. We loved it so much! The most expensive cost was for sure the hotel. We used the subway even after 9 pm, and we used the NYC Ferry we absolutely cannot wait to go back, hopefully during the holidays in a future year 😊

[@psulionz87]

AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[@potrelviewer9536]

I will not regret visiting Manhattan for my first US trip back in February of this year. The overall situation in NYC was less worse than today, but I already felt that some things were beginning to change... I stayed at Pod 51 for 9 nights (roughly $880 in total), and that was a really good find not far from Central Park and Times Square.

[@luciemedici]

I stay at Pod51 as a New Yorker when I have late meetings. Still affordable

[@LunaNova1122]

Is it clean and in a safe area? I’ve been looking at pod

[@potrelviewer9536]

@@LunaNova1122 Calm street, little park in front of it (Greenacre Square), a few restaurants around it. As for the hotel itself, it has a luggage keep room, and if you want to clean your clothes, you can ask the reception about it, and they'll give you a card for a laundry on E 49th. Rooms in general are small but comfortable, bathrooms are shared, and you have breakfast in the building just west to the hotel.

[@chrislopez816]

Thank you so much for doing this video. Headlines are one thing as you have shown. I personality have stopped watching a very popular KZbinr who is nothing but doom and gloom about New York. I visit about four times a year and LOVE the city so much. Keep up the good work! PS, I'll be back in two weeks!!

[@TrainsFerriesFeet]

I stopped watching him, also.

[@fdisknet]

same here. I was super disapointed the other day finding out what hs become of Jordans Channel.

[@duane_313]

@@fdisknetwow! Looks like a lot of us have stopped watching Jordan.

[@greenmachine5600]

​@duane_313 yep, fell off

[@dexterspeights3484]

The infamous Cash Jordan 100%

[@am1187]

Hotels are incredibly expensive - especially to book outside of a package (flights and hotels) as well as the “resort fee” to pay when you arrive. It’s mighty off putting.

[@vikcedr]

Visited NYC at the very beginning of May this year. We booked our hotels more than half a year in advance and that was not too expensive. It costed us less than 2000 dollars for 4 adults (4 nights in Soho and 4 nights in Williamsburg). There were not that many tourists, we took the Staten Island Ferry, we used the Roosvelt Island tramway. Overall we did all the touristy things and it was fine. The weather in May was also perfect. The weirdest thing was that you could actually save money on food, there are so many cheap options, you just have to investigate it before you go. I am from Lithuania and it was not much of a difference (obviously if you are not eating at high class restaurants.) It didn't feel unsafe even when we went out to bars late at night. We didn't use the metro late at night and it was ok. There were some trash outside but that's the case of every big city. It wasn't unbearable. About the weed - yes, you can smell it everywhere all the time. There are no people around you - you can still smell it. But it did not bother us. Overall it was a great trip, I would recommend it and would go again.

[@andymcclain]

Another great video, thanks Jon. My son is really hoping we bump into you when we visit for the 4th time this October!

[@tajgibson8776]

My family and I was in NYC on August 10th and 11th. The hotel was expensive, but we didn't have to deal with any crime. We had a wonderful time and walked to Brooklyn from lower Manhattan. Just be aware of your surrounding and stay alert no matter what city you visit.

[@ramencurry6672]

In my opinion you don’t have to be aware of your surroundings unless if you’re out past 11 PM. The biggest danger is crossing the streets since cars can be aggressive

[@anaestrada6628]

We visited NYC for the first time this past June. I did my own research and watched your videos for some great advice. We booked our hotel room about 8 months prior, right across One World Trade Center, and only paid $215 a night. As far as safety concerns goes.... we didn't let the fear mongering media EXAGGERATION bother us one bit, and we TRULY felt safer there than we do here in Washington State! 😉

[@mikeprytherch8875]

I’m here now and what gets me about the hotels are the penny pinching, extra for fast internet, so called resort fees, room serviced every 2 days, paying $400 a night and having to pay for these extras will stop me from coming again

[@Neville60001]

Don't stay in hotels in Manhattan, stay in hotels in the Bronx, Brooklyn or Queens.

[@TripleAM19]

I'll be there next weekend! I was there last summer, but I noticed this time around, the rooms were crazy expensive. I wondered why so this all makes sense. As far as all the news on increased crime, robberies, and homeless, well, I figure I'll see it for myself. I live in LA so NYC could actually be in better condition. Can't wait for the trip.. love visiting NYC!

[@ryancosby6605]

How was your trip?😊

[@tulipstomper5800]

I will be arriving in NYC for the first time in late September. I am from Toronto originally and then moved to Edmonton which is much smaller. People need to remember that the issues mentioned in this video are happening in every large city on several continents. Just simply being aware of surroundings and making sure you don't make yourself a target will help a lot. I've got an RFID wallet and will be using a crossbody purse. I pre booked a Central Park pedi cab tour and have the location and name of the tour guide. I am staying right across the Hudson river in New Jersey, it's amazing how much you can save just by taking a 6 minute ferry across the river. I have been planning this trip for almost a year and video's like this have helped me plan so many things.

[@michelenew3004]

As a lifelong native New Yorker, Thank you, great advice and enjoy your trip. Be alert and you will be fine

[@kimjeschko6824]

We are going next year, family of five for 5 days..sounds like a great idea. Which hotel? Thanks

[@tulipstomper5800]

@@kimjeschko6824 We stayed at the Sheraton Lincoln Harbor Hotel. The best part of this was that there is literally a ferry that goes to Manhattan right outside of the hotel and it ran every 10 minutes going both ways. The down side was that only one ferry stopped there so you would need to jump on the ferry bus in Manhattan to go further but it is free, and the cost is $10.00 per crossing. We bought the 10 pack of tickets to save some money. The hotel was very nice. Had a pool, a restaurant that provided free breakfast, and 24 hour front desk clerk. I had zero issues or even concerns...Loved NY!

[@bradpolak6793]

I was there last March and it was excellent No crime, a little garbage but very expensive. Except Rudy's in heels kitchen. 5$ for a pint and a shot, can't be beat! Best US trip so far.

[@simonsays6965]

I went in July 2023 for a week and it was one of the most expensive holidays I have been on, I have been fortunate to have been to many places. This hasn’t put me off tho and plan to go again soon

[@andysgaming8278]

i was in New York in 2019 from the uk, even then. New York was expensive, I saved for over a year to travel to New York. I would love to travel to New York again one day

[@northbankgooner6126]

I came to NYC in 97, and stayed in an apartment things where much cheaper back then and the airbnb ban is a nail in the coffin for myself and many others I suspect to return. Charging tourists extortionate resort fees without disclosing this when a booking is made is also not acceptable. London is expensive but NYC is off the charts.

[@deneicefujii6083]

I am 40 days from my next trip. I do start saving early and cannot wait for a week of shows & museums!

[@jrpanciotti8863]

hotel rates in NYC have always been outrageous. I had been waiting for three years to find an affordable room until I found one. Often a good rate was advertised but when you added in the mandatory resort fee it was no longer affordable. I had no problems on my visit and I roamed all over mid town and lower Manhattan.

[@Zezam_]

Did you see migrants or tents and stuff?

[@hassanalihusseini1717]

But it is OK, If I steel items of 1000USD from a shop I won't be punished, and I can easily afford my staying in New York. This is why I love the town.

[@jrpanciotti8863]

@@Zezam_ I did not see any tents. Manhattan has over 1 million people at any one time from all over the world. You don't go up to people and ask if they are migrants.

[@Zezam_]

@@jrpanciotti8863 yes you can ask them.

[@Rat_King_Reviews]

New York is always worth the trip! We will be back later this month and we come from Scotland and every 2yrs we come to new york for a week so we deffo won't stop coming ❤. But I do agree the hotels are quite annoying with adding on extra resort fee per night making an extra 300 or so dollars on top of the original price paid for the hotel room for the week. But there's still a few good hotels that just have a city tax and isnt as expensive as other hotels with the "resort fees". In 2022 we stayed at the kixby and it was very clean & cheap & lovely rooms but now they have added around a 25 dollars per night resort fee onto the room price for the week so sadly we aren't staying there again this year and chose the Arlo Midtown instead as is cheaper. Great video as always thanks Barr 👍🏻

[@red21dragon]

No way!!! Tourism will never end in NY, with that being said... touching down labour day Monday

[@annegibson6072]

Going in October

[@l8dysyskeykisuke60]

As a suggestion, book your tickets ahead of time if you plan on going to Ellis Island or the Empire State Building. Times Sq, avoid the thugs in costumes trying to nab a $20.00 from you for a photo on your own phone and your lucky no one comes up from behind and snatches it outta your hands. Cash Jordan is someone you should watch @HereBeBarr. But every time you go into NYC, Times Square is still dangerous. It's filled with constant construction, 8th ave traffic and Hells Kitchen. (Which was great in the 1990's when I lived on 8th and 28th) But the mental illness is all around and it's out of control with these traveling roaming gangs of people.

[@kaiser234]

@@annegibson6072 march babbbyyy

[@mariatolentino4516]

Lucky. I can visit my son, but I refuse to around this time of year. Last year I visited around Labor Day and we both ended up with COVID (took him two weeks to recover while it took me a month due to the COVID turning into a sinus infection that needed antibiotics). It was also a heat wave when I visited, so yuck! Once it was Thanksgiving and Christmas, however, I was happy. And I just loved taking Connor's classes at Barry's on East 86th (since I was in his Sunday Run Club on Barry's x when they still had the live classes, I always tend to take his Lift class).

[@Frankieefootballmundial]

Tourism may never end but is not the same

[@stepheneson4107]

My kudos to you for a well-balanced commentary. I'm a regional resident who visits the city frequently, so these issues are front and center for me. Quick thoughts: 1) The very existence of "hordes of tourists" demonstrates the appeal of NYC, high costs notwithstanding 2) Statistically it is still one of the safest cities in North America 3) Many of NYC's problems are nationwide if not worldwide. 4) The old newspaper adage "If it bleeds, it leads" is reflected in some of these headlines, particularly from the sensationalist New York Post. Thank you for your excellent video.

[@neonomad1939]

Not worldwide problems.

[@MoyzonRecords]

Just got back this weekend from 2 weeks trip in NY. I used to take metro at 4-5AM, walk alone at the night time where my hotel was "Pod 51" (recommend for cheap price and nice location). Actually it was not that bad. It was my second trip to USA (prev: LA & San Diego) and this time was really seeing NYC, just look around and do not get closer to a crazy people which I actually met on the streets just a couple of them. NYC mostly is a tourist location and you will be surrounded by people from India, China, Korea, other Europe locations people. Prices was not that expensive and metro was always clean and with chill people, I used to walk daily like a 20k steps and taking metro back to my hotel and never had a problem. All of those news reports mostly are 1 in a million chances. Actually, I followed one of your video and been in that hotel with a view on a Times Square :D Thank you buddy, love your reviews and videos!!

[@A180892]

Pod 51 was literally the only hotel I can afford now that Airbnb is banned.

[@knikkisunshine]

My trip last November was amazing! I stayed in Brooklyn and rode the subway everywhere and walked a lot of places and felt completely safe. I’m already planning to come back in march for my birthday 🙏🏾

[@BradMarcus]

Great point about 8th Avenue. I try to void is as much as possible, using 9th or even Broadway. Like everything else in the city, negatives are blown out of proportion and if you are aware and keep to yourself, and avoid high danger areas at off hours, you and your family will have a great time!

[@loveandgamingxx1744]

Says situation is 'blown out proportion' Continues to talk about 'high danger areas' 😂😂😂

[@scoutandscooter]

My wife's office (pre-COVID) was at 36th and 8th. Everyday was an adventure, but she's a city women, so don't mess with her.

[@devil-danna5274]

I live in Belgium and going to New York has always been my childhood dream. I visited NY alone last year in september, spent 17 days there and it was the best trip I ever made in my life. I prepared it 6 months in advance, booked an airbnb and plane, bought tickets for every museum or attraction I wanted to visit. I even took a train to spend a day in DC and a bus for 1 day in Philadelphia. I had a budget for all that and I only spent half of it. When you're well prepared and organised you can visit this city at a cheap cost, you just have to do your research. Even the food is very affordable if you know where to look. I visited every famous landmark in NY, been in all 5 boroughs, every observatory, all islands around Manhattan... everything you can think of I did it. I used the subway, bike, cabs, boats, buses, the RI tramway, and of course on foot. Not a single second I felt unsafe, even late at night. Police is everywhere, most of the areas are crowded so you never feel alone. And as for the erratic behaviour or homeless people I was expecting to see that so I didn't really pay attention. For me it was part of the NY experience. Everyone who want to visit NY, do it, believe me you won't regret it, it's an amazing city. There are other cities in the world that I'd love to visit. If it wasn't for that I'd go to NY every year.

[@kaskar]

Was in NY this spring. It feels like NY is balancing on a knifes edge. Walking around even in the middle of the day it feels like if you look at the wrong person the wrong way, they’ll start harassing you. New yorkers felt like they had no issue with it. It’s like it’s a silent agreement between residents and hobos that they don’t argue. It’s like it’s two separate worlds without the same space.

[@jaxsonhugh9334]

I just stayed in NYC and the hotel fees are absolutely ridiculous…

[@brently1398]

Thanks a lot for this. Your videos in this sort of theme have always been very balanced and informative. If visitors go in with eyes open and listen to your advice they will be fine. We are heading back yet again. This is a reminder to even us that will help us for sure.

[@davidness2983]

Great to see you back doing what you do best ❤

[@Helux1957]

Visiting New York is expensive? Shocking. < eye roll > Try living here while every aspect of being here is going up so that it may be undoable for some of us to remain here. Sad for me since I was born here, and have lived here for 67 years.

[@theantagonizer958]

Terrible our money is going to people who don't belong here and don't deserve to be here in the first place. , when someone like yourself is getting the short end of the stick

[@f.d.6667]

Used to live in London, when we were laughing about Americans cutting the holidays short because they ran out of money. Yes, London was "expensive" but it was not made impossible to take shortcuts or being creative when saving money. Same in NYC - just think of the 1980s "Loft Law" that was pro-artist and pro-creativity ... nowadays, political activism is systematically destroying all opportunities to make ends meet in creative ways, which is especially hard for those on a fixed income. In a way, we "voted ourselves into a corner" - a pattern you can see everywhere in the Western world, where the political "delusions du jour" and simplistic black/white thinking made people forget reality.

[@motr1912]

Sadly, rising costs, especially since COVID, have had an impact everywhere. It's as if it was a perfect excuse.

[@Frankieefootballmundial]

If you think rent is expensive in nyc then visting NYC is also expensive I can imagine when is the holiday season it will be expensive af

[@Frankieefootballmundial]

@@motr1912also the migrant crisis

[@cliffblakely4008]

Just got back yesterday from a 4 day visit in East Village/Lower Manhattan. The hotels are a bit more expensive, but travel is not cheap anywhere. The city was as clean as I've ever seen it. The pot smell is there, but doesn't bother this 70's teenager. The food is what makes NY special.

[@felipeoliveira2219]

60 million visitors/year. It doesnt matter how expensive it gets

[@thomasackerly5367]

Bullshit not true.

[@R3DH1PP0]

​@thomasackerly5367 People will always travel to New York maybe not People not living their best life.

[@subvertsoundsystem]

8th Ave is an absolute hole. I literally had to step over people out of their mind on drugs with my kids every other block. Outside the Row hotel at night is just chaos at times.

[@user-ux8hg8bk3e]

Why would I pay $300 a night to get harassed by drug addicted and mentally ill homeless and criminal migrant gangs!

[@perfectpca]

Yeah we stayed near there and it was not a nice place to walk. But overall we enjoyed our experience at NYC and would like to go back

[@subvertsoundsystem]

Yeah I like the city on the whole, but if they don't get a grip of that migrant situation it's going to spiral fast.

[@nicopekkala5372]

Visited NYC in june and i had no problems anywhere. Even took the subway to airport after midnight with no problems. Relax everybody and enjoy the greatest city in the world!

[@louiem2]

From London, so used to typical city high prices, but i found NYC was on another ridiculous level. The AirBnb ban was a huge nail in the coffin for cheaper accomodation too. I've visited NYC three times, but in absolutely no rush to return for a fourth visit.

[@Gloria00082]

I live 2 hours away as a child we use to do weekend trips to NYC. They were the best! As an adult Iv gone yet still found a nostalgic love for it. It’s been years since Iv gone and wanted to go but not anymore. I don’t think it’s safe or worth it. Besides the rising prices I’d rather spend my money on something else that brings better value and a good time.❤ Ps.Id love to checkout London one day❤love from NJ

[@claytona57]

I’ve been following your channel for quite awhile now and I really want to visit the Big Apple in the near future. The only roadblock is the high costs of the hotel rooms for a week stay. I can’t justify spending over a 100 bucks a night let alone 300 a night for a bed and 4 walls before taxes and resort fees. But I understand that the cost of living isn’t like it was 2 decades ago. I’ll eventually make it to Time Square & Coney Island someday. Until then Jon, keep up with the great content. 👍🏻

[@Josco31]

Thanks for your videos and your perspective. I'm looking to stay in NYC for a few months, and I love your realistic perspective.

[@18564864]

The weird thing is as big as city newyork is it's not that's bad like LA sanfran and most big cities.

[@johnsev3046]

Hey Man im coming with my partner on the 19th till 23rd from the UK. We paid £1650 for 4 nights at M social. Its now over $4000 for the same period booked now. First time here for me so thank you so much for all your videos. Alot less anxious now watching them all. Thank you again. John 7

[@BXL4all]

We were in vacation the last week of february 2024, We were with our twin child 17 year old , we stayed in Riu plaza hotel Times SQ. ,we never felt unsafe. We loved it so much! The most expensive cost was for sure the water , food and the hotel. We used the subway even after 9 pm, and we used the NYC Ferry,the states island ferry too, we absolutely cannot wait to go back, hopefully during the next holidays❤

[@michaeluae]

Very insightful as a NYer who worked in tourism before the pandemic.

[@josephcallahan4168]

Outstanding video! Thanks! 👍

[@LagunaRider1961]

Prices are not only high in NYC. I’m planning a trip to Virginia and hotels are going for $300 a night there too. I’ve just decided to stay a little farther out and drive 20 minutes everyday to the city which cut my hotel expenses in half

[@Hemant.s]

I went to NYC and saw the Rockefeller tree lighting with my young kids. When walking back to my hotel a man yelled “it’s too late for them kids to be out, get em to bed” to which I replied “we saw the tree lighting”. He replied with “oh yeah?!” and I said “yep”. And then another man yelled at the guy that yelled at me and said “you really showed him!!” And then turned to me and said “enjoy your stay, your kids are fine” 😂

[@mickeyfreaktv]

I will be coming to NYC for the 1st time in 3 weeks to celebrate my 30th birthday. Travelling from California and have spent all year preparing for this trip. Your videos has help me a lot!

[@jerrytang3146]

I was in NYC in July. Too many tourists. Prices hurt.

[@Jsfrog]

Try what they call the "shoulder months" like May or September/October instead of July. Way fewer tourists.

[@LoCoAde87]

No offence, mate, but I am not sure what you're expecting exactly? This is the case for every major city with a strong tourist culture. July and August typically are the hell to travel months.

[@vkdrk]

you were one of those ''too many tourists''

[@ramencurry6672]

I’ve tried other American cities like St. Louis, Memphis, etc….. They are the opposite with ghost towns and empty downtowns. It’s kind of shocking how other famous American cities have severely declined. As a result it does make NYC more valuable

[@thefaydou91]

I went to NYC in May. It was worth it. My best vacation ever.

[@rafaelperilla4751]

I love New York, we go there every year, we walk everywhere, just don't let your guard down, don't act silly, and you'll be fine there and anywhere else.

[@justhearmeout]

It's NYC... people will always visit. They did it in the 70s and 80s when it was a hell hole. (Best times ever) Now that it just hell, it's a warm place to visit.😂

[@iamalanabroad]

Prices are nuts! For October even in brookliyn its easily $300+ for a descent hotel chain.

[@mrmartywaring]

I don't think NYC will ever lose tourists. There is still a magic & energy there that isn't matched too many other plafws

[@GauthierA83]

Took a 4 day trip with my BF last year, we booked through a company that does organized group trips, chose an option that allowed us to do our own things rather then follow the group all weekend, but 525$. CAD got us transportation via coach, 3 nights stay at the Doubletree in Newark, 3 breakfasts, a guided tour of Central Park and a boat tour to see the Statue of Liberty up close! As for the sketchy part, actually encountered less homeless ppl and druggies than I do back home in the Ottawa region and well the smell of weed, I’m from Canada, everything smells like weed here! I would definitely do it again!

[@star-k]

Honestly love the response you essentially give to everyone claiming that NY is on the downturn. Just returned from our visit! Got an incredible deal near battery park for under 200 a night in a major chain! The rooms were nice, walking distance to the ferry and subway. The city was clean, the food was incredible and super affordable. I can't begin to explain how much fun we had exploring the Lower East Side, Midtown, and Canal st. Can't wait to return! 🍻 Felt completely safe the entire trip.

[@Christmess3]

Sonder?

[@maril1379]

Where did you stay? Thanks

[@star-k]

@@maril1379 Hilton garden inn 🤌

[@star-k]

@@Christmess3 Hilton financial district

[@fffss1314]

I was there about 2 months ago visting from Thailand i was in New York one hour was walking down wall street somebody come up behind me and hit me on the back of the neck head ended up on the floor lucky a guy stopped him hitting me again. Have not had any news from the police so far.

[@dennismiranda4088]

Hi John, I'll be visiting nyc this December to see my family. Will be returning to nyc after 30 years. Thank you for videos.

[@jonathansmith283]

one of my fav hotels on my NYC stays - the ROOSEVELT HOTEL such a classic building with a great history , close to grand central / Times Square . we stayed right before it closed. then re-opened - 1000 rooms X $ 325 a night - every month . that is insane. the border czar says NOW is the right time to build a border wall -? really ? - nyc is nyc , I am not visiting as I did in the past. be safe. ~ JDS/CT

[@majix123]

been there last year and in 2019 and a almost every years since 2011 . the city was not the same in negative way. I hope it can stand up again and go back to its 2000s-2010s vibes

[@markg1231]

Im irish and visting for 4 nights in april,in the new yorker im not worried just excited to finaly visit nyc

[@PB-te4pm]

Best Video yet, Thank you.

[@TX55MetalGear]

I think it’s totally worth it! I spent four days in May near Penn Station on 8th Ave, and as John says, you have to do your homework and be prepared. Remember, it’s a city with millions of people, not a giant amusement park, so there are things you should expect. I’m heading back in December to see the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree! John’s videos have been a great help!

[@Smart_Think]

I live in nyc and i have noticed a significant decrease in quality of life this year. Recently i have seen more human poop in public, migrants living in parks, and excessive litter. Nothing is being done about it and unfortunately the city spending all their money on the hotels, instead of making resident life better

[@TheAbxgirl]

@@Smart_Think In my opinion I think Mayor Adams will face a big reckoning in Nov 2025. Also residents must vote for their City Council who also determines what happens in NYC .In the Town hall meetings esp in Brooklyn residents are NOT pleased at all!!!

[@s.macintosh-jc9rf]

Hi Jon, I think that NYC will always be a beacon for tourists and immigrants. And I say welcome to all. Without tourism NYC would suffer greatly. Best Wishes, Peter

[@oluwawamirionakoya3287]

So last year, my dad's friend came all the way from London. I took him on the train ride to explore NYC. My family and I took him around Times Square, and there were many things to experience their so I took him to Central Park, and he really liked it, and he wants to explore so there were zero problems with it so he really had an amazing experience visiting the city.

[@IWCpilot]

I stayed in a Hell's Kitchen hotel for two weeks in July. Everyone I talked to was super-friendly. Feel much safer in this area than in my home town, Stockholm, Sweden.

[@99999myk]

NYC'ers are a talkative, friendly lot. Never ran into any serious trouble in NYC. Even rode the subway in the middle of the night.

[@goldcanyon340.]

Everything single thing you are describing about NYC in 2024 completely matches NYC in 1977. Except for the elephant in the room: At least it was affordable in 1977. If it were possible, I would time travel back to NYC in 1977 to take a vacation over 2024 in a heartbeat. Seriously.

[@varunaX]

youd seriously time travel?

[@Jujulovesmath]

I just shortened my trip to NYC because of the cost of the hotels. A room I paid $350 a night for a few months ago, was trying to charge $800 a night during the week. CRAZY!!!

[@f.d.6667]

Used to come to the city since the late 90s, sometimes on business, sometimes for cultural input and visiting friends. NYC used to be clean, safe & affordable ... not any more. Having said that - you will never find me anywhere near the classic tourist routes (but rather at a Brooklyn thrift store or somewhere in Queens) and even my way of traveling light and cheap has become almost impossible these days: I was usually renting a room from people who were also living in their properties and I made great friends that way - but all of this has disappeared. I just returned to the EU after a 3-week trip to the US (which was great BTW) but I have NO plans to return to NYC anytime soon. *NYC has become obsessed with political activism and the hare-brained laws that come with being stuck in delusional echo chambers... well, this might not affect the nouveau-riche jet-set from shopping at Tiffany's, but it certainly prevents a younger demographic from accessing the many cultural offerings unique to NYC.*

[@ramencurry6672]

NYC is better now compared to the 90s because the bars and restaurants are much better now.

[@genreartwithjb5095]

Native New Yorker here - crime is way down from the late 80s. As far as”political activism” I mean the cops have been out of control in the past. Guiliani didn’t clean up the city when you were here as much as he just shipped all of the “ undesirables” aka poor people of color up to Albany and washed his hands of the situation. You live in the EU - think about why causes crime and homelessness, lack of shelter. In the Us it’s pretty easy to become homeless and if you’re homeless you will turn to crime. If you can’t afford a trip to the doctor and they put a lien on your house to pay a medical bill you could end up on the street and now you are either scavenging or stealing to get by. Things that you take for granted - universal healthcare, and strong benefits if you lose your job, and depending on the country paid leave would help ameliorate crime more the. Increasing the size of the police force.

[@dis-2536]

NYC is awesome!! Visited twice this spring. Never felt unsafe.

[@Marvel_Polaris]

Pricing 💳💵 still gonna be high on Hotels 🏬 but ya be able catch some small deals on other things so it's not ALL bad . #HereBeBarr 👏🏻🚴🗽

[@jameshicks6435]

For the person saying they opted for a trip to Orlando over New York because of safety concerns, latest stats show that Orlando's crime rate is higher than New York's. Do your research -- don't just listen to the media.

[@randomaccount9212]

They probably just meant the Disney parks

[@ontheroad5555]

@@randomaccount9212 the high prices at Disney World are similar to highway robbery with a gun. Also it's fantasy. NYC is real with real experiences bad or good.

[@SandraMartinez-gv1yf]

Actually, the stats don't say everything. Some stats don't socer certain crimes. There might be less shootings in some places but more looting or mugging. The migrants have added to the problem

[@SandraMartinez-gv1yf]

​@@ontheroad5555NYC is also pricier than before

[@user-ux8hg8bk3e]

Those statistics are wrong, and NYC is not reporting a lot of violent crimes. If it is true, then Orlando is a no-go either, but I doubt that!

[@MJ-1973]

I visited NYC earlier this year in March, and had a great trip. I had also seen reports about crime both in town and on the Subway, but as you say, as long as you are aware of your surroundings and take care, it doesn't have to be a problem. I also see a lot about costs, and like anywhere, NYC can cost a lot if you want it to or aren't careful (hitting all the overpriced 'touristy spots'), but you can eat, drink and see a lot of attractions without breaking the bank. I am currently pricing up, and about to hit the button on another trip to NYC for March 2025. Love NYC.

[@andykj75]

Was there two days ago,for 5 days.Had a hotell in midtown. The only complaint I have is that everything was very expensive.

[@GCLU]

The area around PABT/"Poor" Authority has always been terrible. The only thing good by there is transportation and one of the better Latin restaurants in the city of all things; Buena Vista (would highly recommend if you haven't been.)

[@HereBeBarr]

Yeah it’s always been bad

[@Frankieefootballmundial]

They are barely cops around that area

[@waynetunks9942]

I will be there in a month's time. Booked my hotel months ago in Chelsea and got a good deal - you are right, always book as early as you can. And definitely shop around.

[@pamelaingram6265]

We were there last Jan 1 through Jan 6, stayed in midtown, and we are already booked for the same time in 2025!

[@hungvu1676]

I agree hotel cost in NYC increased tremendously. We visited NYC last christmas and luckily booked airbnb in Brooklyn for less than $250 night, but it costed us time to travel between Manhattan and Brooklyn. Our goal is to visit NYC in Dec every year to see light show, but decided not to go this year due to the cost.

[@zdub8395]

I’ve always wanted to visit NYC. Due to the costs, migrant issues and crime issues I’m gonna wait and see how it goes in a few years. I will visit in time

[@JDVVV378]

We visit NYC in June and had a great taxi bycicle guy who shown us all Central Park. We had an amazing 4 days in NYC.

[@matthiashaverland1730]

Been to NY in June with a couple of friends. Had a great time, also thanks to your videos, and had a great time. Yes, it’s expensive, dirty and smelly at times, homelessness, drugs, weed…. But that’s not exclusive to NY. I will return because I fell in love with the city and life is short.

[@tomboat3535]

I just got back from New York with my family. We loved it and found the subways much more safe and clean than our west coast city. My favorite activity was renting an electric bike at the South Seaport and riding along the Hudson river all the way to Harlem and back. There were wonderful parks, piers, and stopping points the whole way. It cost about $50 but was totally worth it. I am looking forward to returning as soon as I can.

[@gijoey5912]

I also usually book the hotel before anything else when I travel, and those prices in the NY area have kept me from going any further in the planning process.

[@mikesmith9440]

I just wanna say I’ve been watching your videos for a few years now to learn more of what to expect when visiting NYC and also for tips when visiting. I went in 2023 and in May of this year and New York City has become my favorite city in the US. There is so much to do and ya gotta take the bad with the good. Every popular city in the US has its issues and even with all of New York’s issues the good out weighs the bad.

[@mikesmith9440]

Oh also we’re very frugal and my wife and I traveled with a buddy from Cleveland. Flight plus hotel cost each of us $375. Not a bad price to visit New York AND we stayed in time square. The deals are out there.

[@eddieg6436]

……..My trip to NYC always includes 3 nights at the Carlyle, and 3 nights at a funky, cool boutique hotel in the west village……..followed by a week in the Hamptons!! 🤷🏼‍♂️😎🥂

[@youtube.experiment]

A few hotels that became homeless shelters were converted back… I would suggest reading reviews before booking.

[@cwafflestx]

We are booked in a Platinum Suite at the Hard Rock in midtown in October. We are staying 5 nights and the room is $5000 and that was the price during their summer sale.

[@clyde19788]

i went to detroit last spring for vacation and loved it. a quarter of the price of new york and lots of cool places to go.

[@GregStinson]

I was due to come at the start of October, but my friend had to cancel as his work changed... I just couldn't making it work cost-wise to come on my own, hotels were so expensive... hopefully come back next Spring with a few more friends...