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Climate |
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The East - Ave Temp in °C
Temperatures vary from extremely hot & humid in summer to below zero figures in winter. |
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January |
July |
| New York |
3 |
29 |
| Boston |
2 |
28 |
| Chicago |
-2 |
24 |
| Washington DC |
3 |
28 |
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Travel Tips |
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Tipping
Unlike in most other countries, tips & gratuities are
generally not included in the prices you will see
listed. It is customary to
tip approximately 15% for all services.
Tipping should accurately reflect
the quality of the service rendered and therefore is
at your discretion.
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Currency |
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Coins: 1 cent is called a penny,
5 cents is called a nickel,
10 cents is called a dime,
25 cents is called a quarter.
All bank note denominations are of the same green colour, so check your money carefully before handing it over! Be sure to keep a large supply of small change and bank notes for taxis, buses and tipping.
Banks: Open 9.00am-3.00pm Monday to Friday (some until 9.00pm Friday). Foreign currency can be exchanged at international airports and major banks.
Travellers’ cheques drawn on American banks are easy to deal with and are accepted in stores, restaurants and hotels.
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Explore the East Coast of America with us….
Be dazzled by the East Coast, starting with a city like no other, the Big Apple – New York, New York, but don’t forget the other famous cities of Boston, Chicago and the nation’s capital Washington DC.
Explore the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, take in the beautiful Cape Cod, follow the freedom trail, tour the White House, learn about America’s history in battle with a tour of Arlington National Cemetery or take a romantic visit to Niagara Falls.
Whatever you choose to do, you’re sure to leave with memorable holiday experiences.
Traveller's Secrets
Where to Eat
Morans Pub – New York
103 Washington St. Ph: (212) 7322020
This fun pub is in a good location serving traditional American & Irish food. The only thing more charming than the atmosphere is the wonderful Irish staff.
Fizz – New York
137 East 55th Street. Ph: (212) 7557055
A bit Paris, a bit St Tropez, this restaurant/club is where moneyed Euro types seem to spend every night.
Li-Lac Chocolate – New York
120 Christopher St. Ph: (212) 2427374
This chocolatier has been a Greenwich Village tradition since 1923, known for freshness, quality and service.
Where to Shop
NBA Store – New York
645 Fifth Ave. Ph: (212) 5156221
The world’s only NBA store unleashing an authentic basketball experience featuring player appearances, the NBA store concert Series, hoop skills contests and plenty of NBA merchandise.
Filene’s Basement – Boston
426 Washington St. Ph: (617) 5422011
A bargain hunters paradise, with an endless choice of goods to choose from, electric, clothes, shoes, CD’s and more.
Where to Go Out
BED New York
530 West 27th Street. Ph: (212) 594 4109
Eating and partying in BED whilst enjoying rooftop views of Manhattan. This A list spot features groovy black leather ceilings and plush couches.
Hudson Bar – New York
356 W 58th St. Ph: (212) 5546343
The hotel hot spot with a squeeze of limelight, one of the trendiest bars in town. Their signature cocktail is ‘Bright Cosmo’ made with Absolute mandarin.
Rack Billiard Club – Boston
20 Clinton St. Ph: (617) 7251051
Near Faneuli Hall Marketplace, this club is an upmarket pool hall and bar.
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