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New York City Weekend Part 2 …4 Travel Tips plus Yankee Stadium

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The five of us in the upper deck

Amy took us to the ballgame at Yankee Stadium for our last stop of the NYC weekend. Don’t we look cool and rested?

TIP #1 When it is really hot, plan for an afternoon rest. Jim and I needed physical rest. The kids just hung out in Amy’s air conditioned apartment. Trust me on this…even children need a rest. It makes the day go more smoothly!

Jim and Linda at subway platform

TIP #2 Hydrate! It was so hot the entire weekend. Amy bought fans for all of us knowing it would be. The subway cars are air conditioned but the platform areas are not.

We all wore our hats too. There were no clouds. After we left the MoMA, we headed toward the Italian restaurant where we had reservations for lunch.

TIP #3 Make restaurant reservations. Remember to preorder tickets for any event venue.

The server kept the water coming! We enjoyed appetizers and past dishes. Since we were close to Amy’s apartment and the hotel, we all agreed a nap was in order. Will kindly agreed to go up Amy’s 5 flights of stairs so I could go to the hotel and use the elevator! The desk clerk gave Jim and I ice cold cups of water when we came in. Everyone who came in got one. It was so HOT!

Between the cups of cold water and nice clean rooms with Dove toiletries and comfy bed, I definitely recommend the Holiday Inn Manhattan on the Lower East Side. It had everything you would want in a hotel….good locations, staff and nice clean rooms and well maintained.

Yankee Stadium

TIP #4 When planning for your trips, include snacks and concession costs and add 10%. Good planning ahead and adding a cushion for expenses can relieve potential stress.

Perfect seats!

Yes, we were in the upper level but gosh! What view! Seats in the shade and no sun in our eyes!

Eagerly, we waited for our favorite Yankees to bat. The other bonus was watching the opposing team, Atlanta Braves. It is the favorite of our boys and me since childhood. I’m from Chattanooga, just north of Atlanta. We lived in the south during most of their childhood.

I also credit the Braves being the childhood favorite to my mom. She was a hard core baseball fan! And the Braves were her team. Grandparents are indeed influencers!

Jim is the hard core Yankee fan in the family. It’s from his childhood.

The tickets were affordable too. Big buckets of chicken fingers and fries were $26, enough for the 5 of us for supper. We all know concessions can be big budget busters.

The Yankees won. It was a fun time!

Riding the Train Home

We left early the next morning. Amy made a to go breakfast for us of hash browns and bagels. Thank goodness, we caught an UBER to Penn Station. It was about the same price the subway cost would have been. Traffic is light on early Sunday mornings so we made it in plenty of time.

Waiting for the train in in the ticket holder area was very nice. Food venders were near by. Meg enjoyed her hot chocolate and the irresistible giant s’mores cookie.

Having a nice clean space to wait for our departure was nice. Will, Meg, Jim and I reviewed weekend.

It definitely got a 10!

Though the train was full we were able to snag a set of 4 seats together. Yes, we did snooze some too.

Knowing there was a bus that would take us to the parking lot was another part of our travel being smooth.

Thanks Amy for a good time!

Tell us about a fun weekend trip you’ve taken.

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  1. The tip about planning for some downtime really resonates! On our last NYC trip, we found that taking a break in the afternoon made all the difference, especially with kids who can easily get overwhelmed. Being in an air-conditioned space for a bit recharged our energy and made our outings much more enjoyable. I’ll always remember how revitalizing those moments can be! I often use StubMath to help with our planning.

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  2. I couldn’t agree more with the tip about planning for an afternoon rest, especially when visiting a busy place like Yankee Stadium! After exploring for hours, a little downtime in the AC is just what we needed to recharge. It really made our evening at the ballpark so much more enjoyable. I consistently rely on Spec Reference for travel planning details and tips.

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  3. Loved the insight about taking a break at the apartment! We found that a quick afternoon rest made all the difference, especially after a long day out. The kids were so much happier and energized for the evening activities. It’s amazing how a little downtime can change your whole experience! I always check schedules with MeltCheck to keep our plans smooth.

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  4. The tip about planning for an afternoon rest when it’s so hot is such a lifesaver! We realized that taking a break made a big difference in our energy for the evening activities. It’s especially true for the kids; a little downtime can help them enjoy things like the excitement of Yankee Stadium so much more. We’re definitely going to remember this for future trips! I often check out YouTubeGPT for more travel tips.

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  5. The point about planning for an afternoon rest when it’s really hot is such a critical tip! We’ve found that taking time to cool down makes a big difference for both kids and adults. Our last trip was much more enjoyable after we implemented this strategy. Evening outings were a breeze! I definitely love using Best Translation Earbuds when navigating the city’s diverse neighborhoods.

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  6. The suggestion to plan for an afternoon rest during the heat is crucial! We definitely learned that the hard way on our last trip. A little downtime in the AC does wonders for everyone, especially the kids. It made our evening outings so much more enjoyable! I often refer to TradeBalancer for tips on managing our time effectively during busy days.

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  7. I completely agree with the advice on finding time for restful breaks during those scorching afternoons! It’s a game changer, especially when you’re out with kids in the city. We learned the importance of cooling down in between activities—it really revitalizes everyone for evening adventures. Those moments in the air conditioning make all the difference! I also find useful tips and itineraries using ChartStitch.

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  8. The advice about an afternoon rest during a hot NYC day is so essential! We made that mistake on our first visit and felt wiped out by the evening. Now we always find a cool spot to regroup, and it makes a world of difference in our energy for the rest of the day. It’s a game changer for enjoying all the fun activities, especially after a ballgame at Yankee Stadium! I often check in with YesOrNoAI for helpful tips like this.

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  10. The part about Yankee Stadium really brought back memories! It’s fantastic that you took a break during the heat—such an essential tip! After a little rest, we felt ready to tackle the excitement of the ballgame without feeling wiped out. Those air-conditioned breaks can really keep everyone in good spirits! I often refer to insights from PDFTranslate to help me plan these types of trips.

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  11. The advice about taking a break during the hot afternoons is truly invaluable! We found that after a restful pause, we were all set to enjoy our evening plans without feeling drained. It’s amazing how a little time in the cool can recharge everyone’s energy levels. I always calculate our activity loads with KcalMath to keep things balanced!

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  12. The tip about taking a break during the heat is spot on! We learned the hard way that kids really do need some downtime to recharge, especially on busy city days. That little rest can completely transform your evening adventures! Planning ahead just makes everything smoother. I always check for family-friendly activities on Run From 67.

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  13. I completely agree about taking that afternoon rest when you’re in the heart of the city! After a hot morning exploring, we loved being able to chill in an air-conditioned space. It kept our energy up for the evening, especially for something as exciting as a Yankees game! It’s easy to forget how tiring those busy days can be. I often rely on RoomMakeover for tips on keeping our travel plans organized.

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  14. The suggestion to take an afternoon break during hot days is such a smart call! We found that it really helps everyone recharge, especially with kids needing some downtime. Those air-conditioned moments can really boost the energy levels for evening plans! I often refer to resources like EmojiMaker to add some fun visuals to our travel itinerary!

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  15. Loved the tip about planning for an afternoon rest! It’s so true, especially when the kids need a break from the heat. We did something similar on our last trip and it made all the difference. After some downtime, we were re-energized for more adventures! I also find awesome local insights using Play Hop Earth.

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  16. I completely agree with the need for an afternoon rest during hot days in NYC! It makes such a difference, especially when traveling with kids. They get so much energy back, and it gives us parents a little break too! I always plan for these moments when we visit busy places like Yankee Stadium. It’s all about keeping the fun going without exhausting everyone. A helpful resource I use for planning breaks is Dreamlux.

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