Travel Tips

Some tips and guidance on getting into and around NYC, Brooklyn and beyond!

  • You need at least 6 months on your passport to travel.

    Border control can take hours! We have researched possible ways to make border control as short and smooth as possible:

    Option 1: MPC

    Option 2: Global Entry

    References:

    New Rules for Travelling to America

    How to Protect your Phone and Data

  • Everyone travelling to USA from the UK must have an ESTA in place. It is recommended to apply at least 72 hours before travelling.

    This is the official site for applying online:

    ESTA Application

  • Stations Closest to Ainslie Williamsburg

    • Lorimer Street - L Train

    • Metropolitan Av - G Train

    Stations Closest to Arlo Williamsburg

    • Bedford Av - L Train

    MTA Website

  • Closest ferry terminal to Arlo Williamsburg is North Williamsburg.

    East River Ferry from Wall Street to:

    • Dumbo

    • Williamsburg

    • Greenpoint

    South Brooklyn Ferry from Wall Street to:

    • Dumbo

    • Brooklyn Bridge Park

    NYC Ferry Routes and Schedules

  • If you fancy a day trip or overnight to the Hamptons, the famous Hampton Jitney is the way to go!

    Hampton Jitney

  • Top tip if you want to walk over the Brooklyn Bridge: travel to Brooklyn and walk back towards Manhattan (unless you’re super keen to do over and back!).

    Brooklyn Bridge Walk

    Sunset Schedule for Romance

  • From personal experience, you do not need to bring cash unless you would prefer for back up and for tipping.

    Most places will accept card for payments, including tips. Check your card provider won’t charge you abroad! We use Monzo which has no international charges for debit payments.

    Martin Lewis Money Saving Expert Travel Money Tool