Travel Tips
Some tips and guidance on getting into and around NYC, Brooklyn and beyond!
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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:
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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:
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Stations Closest to Ainslie Williamsburg
Lorimer Street - L Train
Metropolitan Av - G Train
Stations Closest to Arlo Williamsburg
Bedford Av - L Train
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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
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If you fancy a day trip or overnight to the Hamptons, the famous Hampton Jitney is the way to go!
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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!).
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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.