Transportation & Reach
New York City’s transportation system is one of the most complex and largest of any cities in the United States. The system includes longest subway network in the world, longest suspension bridge in North America, iconic yellow cabs, world's first mechanically ventilated vehicular tunnel and landmark train stations. Both in terms of its size and variety, the city's transport infrastructure is undoubtedly transcendent.

Most of the public transportation system of the city operates under the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) whereas the Amtrak provides long-distance transport service to the city.

New York City Airports:
There are four major airports in New York City.

• John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): Located 15 miles (24km) southeast of central Manhattan, it is the main entry point for most of the international flights in the City. It also operates the largest amount of air cargo traffic in North America.
• Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): Located 16 miles (26km) southwest of New York, it handles both domestic and international flights and is generally less crowded and more modernized.
• La Guardia Airport (LGA): Located 8 miles (13km) east of central Manhattan, it focuses more on domestic flights.

New York City Railway Transportation:
City’s ‘Commuter rail’ system is the nation's most extensive having well over 250 stations and 20 rail lines.

• The MTA operates Long Island Rail Road on Long Island and Metro-North Railroad in New York State and Connecticut.
• New Jersey Transit operates the rail network on the New Jersey side of the Hudson River. These rail systems assemble at the two busiest rail stations in the United States i.e. Penn Station and Grand Central Terminal.
• PATH (Port Authority Trans-Hudson) run by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. It is a subway-like transit system that connects urban areas in New Jersey to Manhattan across the Hudson River.
• The Amtrak provides long-distance passenger rail connections from New York to other cities and countries like New England and Canada.

New York City Water Transportation:
The New York Harbor having natural advantages of deep-water channels and protection from the Atlantic Ocean, has been one of the most important ports in the United States since years.

The Port of New Jersey and New York is third busiest in the United States after Los Angeles and California and is also a major hub for passenger ships. The busiest ferry in the United States till now has been the Staten Island Ferry that carries millions of passengers annually.

Local Transportation of New York City:
Mass or Local transit by far has been the most significant mode of transportation in New York City. It is the most comprehensive and among the oldest in North America. Various government agencies and private corporations manage the system. The mass transit system of the city includes buses, subways, ferries, commuter rails, Aerial tramway, bicycles and taxis.

Hotels & Accommodation
Just as the activities to suit every interest, New York City has hotel options to suit every pocket too. One of the chief business and tourist focal of the world, this city offers comfort and style for budget and splurge travelers. So whether a hip new hotel, an old standard or a budget inn, the city has it all.

What more, most of the accommodations are located in convenient and interesting areas.

Hotels of New York City	Average Rates
5-Star	$725-450
4-Star	$425-250
2-Star	$225-150
Budget Hotels	$125-80