I How is the corona situation in New York?

It's constantly changing. If you are planning a trip to New York, find out about the current situation from the media, the Federal Foreign Office and your airline. This is how you can find out how the COVID pandemic is doing locally and what you should consider when traveling to the USA.

I How much does a flight to New York cost?

That depends on various factors - including your departure and destination airport, your travel time or whether you want to fly direct.

On average, you have to reckon with 500 to 700 euros for a return flight between Frankfurt / Main and New York.

I How long is the flight to New York?

It depends on where you are flying from. And if you make stops.

A regular flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to New York usually takes around eight to nine hours. You also need to allow plenty of time for check-in and check-out.

I What is the time difference between Germany and New York?

New York is on the east coast of the United States. Accordingly, there is a time difference of minus six hours. That means:

When it is 10 a.m. in Berlin, it is 4 a.m. in New York. When it is 10 a.m. in New York, it is 4 p.m. in Berlin.

I Which airports can I land at?

New York City offers three airports. These are:

JFK: Airport John F. Kennedy in QueensLGA: Airport La Guardia in QueensEWR: Airport Neward International in New Jersey

I What documents are required to enter New York?

Visa, ESTA, APIS, passport: For your flight to New York you have to fill out various documents and have them ready.

I How safe is a trip to New York?

Very sure. To keep it that way, you have to endure some security measures at the airports.

Tip: Find out from the Federal Foreign Office what the current security situation is and what you need to consider.

I What is the population of New York?

The population of New York City has been fairly constant over the past few years. About 8.5 million people live there. This makes NYC one of the most populous and largest cities in the world.

The New York metropolitan area has a total population of 19 million.

I What language is spoken in New York?

The official language is English. But since the city is a melting pot of all nations, you will hear around 800 languages in New York.

I What currency do you use to pay in New York?

With the US dollar ($). You can find the current exchange rate between the dollar and the euro here, among other things.

I How many boroughs does New York have?

New York City consists of five boroughs: Staten Island, Manhattan, Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn. They each consist of different districts. These include Chinatown, Harlem and SoHo.

I Is New York City the capital of New York State?

no The administrative seat and capital of the US state of New York is Albany.

I Where does the name New York come from?

The first known residents were Indians. They named the central peninsula Manna-Hatta. The Dutch bought Manna-Hatta from the natives and named their settlement Nieuw Amsterdam (New Amsterdam).

Later, the English took control of the city. They renamed her New York. This is based on the Duke of York, a brother of the English King Charles II.

I How much does a hotel in New York cost?

This depends, among other things, on which part of the city you are staying in, in which month you would like to be in the Big Apple and how high your standards of luxury are.

One thing is certain: it is never cheap to live in New York! You should expect at least 100 to 200 euros per night for a double room.

I How many parks are there in New York?

New York City (NYC) has over 150 parks to offer. The largest and most well-known is Central Park, with an area of over 450 football fields. Paley Park is one of the smallest.

Is it also possible to visit New York completely for free?

Sure, of course! My guide How to Explore New York Virtually shows you how to bring the Big Apple to your computer, tablet or smartphone.

I Can you drink alcohol in public in New York?

No! The United States and New York State have strict alcohol laws. The laws prohibit many things that European tourists know from their homeland.

I Is smoking cigarettes and vapes allowed?

Yes, but only under very strict conditions. Smoking is prohibited in all public places and facilities, including parks and beaches. These bans also apply to vaporizers and e-cigarettes.

I Is smoking weed legal in New York?

no New York State is relaxing its drug policy to make smoking legal to some extent.

I Is it allowed to smoke shisha?

Yes and no. Hookahs are not banned in NYC, but consumption is severely restricted due to strict non-smoking laws.