How are new yorkers different from californians?|171666

I_ve a couple people say that california and New york are _ polar opposites._ in what ways?

Well this question is pretty open, cause even Californians are complete opposites. The same holds true for New Yorkers. People from Southern CA and Northern CA are much different sorta like people in the NYC/ Long Island area are different from the Buffalo/Niagara region.

However comparing the two states as a whole there are the differences. I lived in NY for 26 years before moving to CA and the first thing I noticed is people from NY have a much better work ethic. Overall they are harder workers. I have noticed a lot of CA people have the mentallity of it can be done tomorrow.

Driving in CA has driven me crazy. People here love to drive slow in the fast lanes. I don_t know how many times I have been on the highway and had someone going slow in the passing lanes, and yet refuse to get out of the way of the people behind them. In NY you_ld get run off the road if you did that.

Eat habits in CA are much healthier than in NY. While its not a bad thing it can sometimes get annoying especially when people are trying to be _healthy_ yet are getting their Starbucks every morning. In NY it is accepted that the Chicken wings are deep fried, the pizza is cooked with a thicker crust automatically, and any weight gained in the winter can be lost in the summer.

Also the make-up of the population in CA is much different then in NY. CA has a much bigger mix of races who live mixed together. In NY the population in largely white and black and is segeregated. Hispanics and asians have a much smaller percentage in NY. If you go to many cities in NY there is the white areas and the black areas of the cities. I don_t want to sound mean, but it is true. With this being said I think and have noticed people in CA have a much better tolerance of people of different races and they interact with them more often. In fact when I lived in NY I could go a few days without seeing someone of another race, because of how separated they are.

Newyorkers are in East coast but Californians are in West coast.That is it! Did you forget that we are in the age of Globalization. all we are from one GOD too.

I am originally from the NY area but I live on the West Coast and I can tell you that New Yorkers have nothing on Southern Californians when it comes to being rude. They are terrible drivers and are very inconsiderit. I know I am gerneralizing but these are my observations having spent the last 10 years of my life living among Californians. I have found that they aren_t friendly and even though both places are considered liberal places but the californians want to impose their _california_ way of life on everybody. Sorry if I offended anybody but that is how I see it. Oh and the food on the East Coast absolutely destroy_s the food on the West Coast; who the hell puts goat cheese and terriyaki chicken on a pizza?

New York is a place to live and work .
people are rushing to and from work.
walking alone after sunset isnt wise.
there are museums and parks, etc but no great fun places as in Los Angeles or San Fransisco where there are tourists going to spend their vacations in fun, ie, Disney, Vence beach, Golden Gate Bridge , the pier, the crookedest street that twists like a zigzag, eyc.
the fine weather and the fun in California reflect on the people. they sing the words, smile to strangers, swing while they walk, etc.

How much does it cost to operate this heater?|194679

Hi. Please help.

I use a 1200watts heater for 16hours per day. On average, how much($) would you be charged for this per month (in your state)?

If possible, indicate the cost of 1kwh of electricity and how u derived your answer.

Thanx in advance.

My answer is $57.60.

1200 watts is 1.2 kw. 1.2 kw X 16 hrs = 19.2 kwh every day.

19.2 kwh X 30 days in a month = 576 kwh every month

576 kwh x 10 cents/kwh = $57.60

I know the cost of electricity here in Pennsylvania is higher than in other states, so you may have to adjust accordingly.

What kinds of food are there in a delicatessan in New York?|194198

A friend is going to NY for the first time (first time to the US) and wants to know in advance what she can order at a deli. She can_t speak English and so she_s hoping to remember the names of a few popular sandwiches. Also what kinds of bread are there? Bagels, baguettes, rolls? She_s terrified of being asked questions she doesn_t understand by the waitress. Any other travel advise will be helpful too.

Sandwiches at a deli are ordered one of two ways. Some have a board behind the counter where they will have several possibilities listed. Then just pick the number or name and say it. You may have to name the bread that you want and or the condiment.

To custom order a sandwich it is done in this order:

Meat
Cheese, if any
Type of bread
condiment
extras

Something like salami and provolone on a hero with mustard, red pepper and a little onion.


In the ordinary corner deli they will have a dozen or so meats, half that many cheese and four or five bread options. You can see that there are easily hundreds of possibilities to customize lunch.


Then you may find an ethnic deli with their own cultural specialties, but that is another lesson

There are many different types of delis in NYC. The type it_s famous for is the Jewish deli. If she wants a real NY deli experience, she should go to a Jewish Deli and order Pastrami on Rye.

I recommended Katz_s delicatessen on the lower east side. Though it_s a tourist destination (due to When Harry Met Sally _I_ll have what she_s having_ scene) it_s not super touristy and the food is still excellent.
http://www.katzdeli.com/
you can view their menu. The Pastrami on Rye is amazing. My mouth is watering just thinking about it.

Carnegie deli is a big tourist destination but not that great IMO. Sandwiches are ridiculously huge (meat piled 5+ inches high) and impossible to eat without removing most of the meat.

Your friend shouldn_t be too concerned about her English. Chances are very good that there will be someone nearby that speaks her native language.

Easiest thing that will apply to pretty much any bodega is to stick with a sandwich. There are bodegas that offer falafel, gyros, all kinds of foods. Some have grills and might offer things like hamburgers, but some don_t. But you_ll always be able to get some kind of sandwich, and the basic choices for bread are either a roll or a hero. A roll is smaller and will cost usually about a dollar less for the same thing. Usually you could also order it on a bagel, but some places don_t have enough of those to last all day long.

So you can order basically any kind of meat, cheese or condiment that you want. _Roast beef with swiss cheese and mustard, lettuce and onion on a roll_. _Turkey breast with cheddar and mayo, on a hero._ _Chicken cutlet with bacon, lettuce and tomato on a roll._ _Egg salad plain on a roll._ Whatever you like. Just say whatever meat and/or cheese, and whether you want a roll or hero. Most of the time if you just give them a meat choice they_ll just suggest something to go on it, so if you don_t really care or know what it is, just say _yes, that_s fine._

But your friend shouldn_t worry too much about a language barrier. NYC is home as well as a tourist destination to people from all over the world. New Yorkers, especially those in service jobs, are used to communicating with people who don_t speak English, and in almost every case won_t be offended or irritated by it. It_s pretty much a routine part of New York life.

How much on average is the taxi/cab charge from laguardia airport in Queens NY to say, cental park?|104018

gday ppl, im going to NY in march and i was jsut wondering how much the taxis would be, so I can decide on my hotel.. i was planning on staying at the clarion laguardia hotel..so also if anybody had anything to say about the hotel it would also be appreciated..

I stayed at that exact hotel this past November. You can litterally see the airport from the hotel. they have a free shuttle so no worries. It needs some TLC. they are currently doing some renovating. The rooms were ok, the beds fine, but the halls and carpet need some updating and paint.

If you have the hotel call a cab for you, $40-$50. They call the black limo taxis. But, if you get a Yellow Taxi, $25. We did both.

There is a bus station less than a block down the street.
Take the Q33 bus to the last stop on the route. It takes you to a subway station and there are various trains that leave from there. The commute depends on where you are going. The bus ride was about 20-30 min. Train was another 20-30 min.
If you going the be there a few days, buy an Unlimited Metro Card. They are either 1 day for $7 or 1 week for $24. Unlimited bus and subway rides for the life of the card. You can buy them at LaGuardia @ the Hudson Newsstand downstairs buy luggage claim.

If possible, I would stay in Manhattan just to save time on the commute. You can find some reasonable hotels. Try Skyline hotel, Days Hotel, Super 8, or Milford. These hotels are in Manhattan _ will probably be on the same level of the Clarion.

Not sure about that specific hotel but, Clarion hotels can vary from really nice to not so great. They are part of Choice hotels so there 100% guarantee should apply. As for the taxi, consider using the MTA subway, it is way faster and only costs $2 each way. If an entrance isn_t close enough to walk to just hop on any MTA bus, get a transfer and ride to the nearest subway station. It really is quite safe and will save you a lot of money. Good Luck!

O.K. Take it from a Native Newyorker, who still lives here. Public transportation is the best way to get around in NYC. There is a flat fee that is applied to every yellow cab from any area airport to the city is $45. Check the internet for youth hostels or even cheaper places to stay. They are here but you have to book early. You are going to spend very little time in your romm while you are here, so why would you want to spend an exorbitant amount of money just to sleep and showers. Good Luck and embrace tghis great city when you come.

The Clarion is OK, I stayed there for a few days a few years back. The problem with this location is transportation into Manhattan.

Yellow cabs (metered) normally do not service this area, with the exception of the airport. The car service companies are good and the cars (all Lincoln Town Cars) are nice, but the cost of trips into Manhattan will get pricey. My _guesstimate_ would be about $40 into Manhattan.

You could walk about three long blocks to Astoria Blvd and get the Q19 to the N and W train at Astoria Blvd and 30th St into Manhattan (total cost of $2). If you decide to stay in this Hotel, I would mass transit it into Manhattan and take a yellow cab back at night. Not that it is a bad neighborhood situation (neighborhoods are safe), but waiting for the bus at night may be lengthy. Another alternative is to take cabs to/from the Hotel to the train. My guesstimate for this trip (again non yellow cabs) is about $12,

March in NYC is not that busy. Why not try to get a Hotel in Manhattan. I met someone who stayed at the Herald Square Hotel on 31st between B_way and 5th ave. She said it was OK and the prices there are reasonable.

If you are visiting NYC to explore Manhattan, then the last place you want to stay is within the La Guardia airport. Stay at a Manhattan hotel. If you want something within walking distance to everything and don_t care for luxury and pampering, then maybe The Milford Plaza will do. Visit tripadvisor.com to read review about this hotel before making any decisions. You will see mix review but I think it_s ok to me.