| JS,
For the broadway shows, I have always been able to get discounted tickets the same day. (I say always, but I've only done it a few times :). Because there are so many different shows, you should be able to find something, unless you have some specific show you really want to see. Although I haven't tried to goto NYC right before christmas, it maybe more crowded with tourist. Where are you planning on staying in NYC? Is it difficult to get budget accomadation there? I usually go there for business and it seems like the hotel prices has gone up dramatically in the last year. (doubled). As for the train you can always reserve online. (www.amtrak.com) But on a couple of occasions I just purchased them at the ticket office 1/2 hr before departure. Some routes have very frequent services especially during rush hours. I'm not familiar with train service in other parts of the US. It seems like the services are not as frequent. Train travel is definitely more suitable for the east coast. Are you able to find a "lonley planet" book? I really like that travel book. I find it very detailed, and more catered to budget traveler. But I'm sure the books you have are just as good, I'm biased toward it b/c its been a very reliable resource for me when traveling to many unfamiliar places. Good luck with your planning. Too bad you are not planning to do any traveling on the west coast! |
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