Flights, the hotel and a plan for each day, with places to eat and a few good reads. Times are New York time. Tap any place for directions.
ESTA: apply online at least 72 hours before the flight. It lasts two years.
Getting around: tap a contactless card or phone at the subway gate. Rides are free after 12 in a week.
Tipping: 18 to 20% in restaurants and taxis. It isn't added to the bill.
Weather: mid April is usually 10 to 18°C. Bring a light jacket and comfortable shoes.
A few minutes of the city to get you in the mood.
231 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10013. arlohotels.com
Check in Thursday 15 April from 3pm. Check out Monday 19 April by 11am.
Booking reference: ARL-58213. Queen room, breakfast not included. They'll hold bags on the last day. Rooftop bar on the 11th floor.
Thursday 15 April
Friday 16 April
Saturday 17 April
The TKTS booth in Times Square sells same-day tickets from the afternoon, often 30 to 50% off. Shows start at 8pm, so eat early.
Sunday 18 April
Guided tours of real apartments from the 1800s and 1900s, a short walk up Orchard Street from Russ & Daughters. Book a time at tenement.org.
Monday 19 April
Check out by 11 and leave the bags at the front desk. Time for a walk round SoHo and a coffee before the car.
The car to JFK is booked for 3:15pm from the hotel. Allow an hour in traffic.
Standing room only and worth it. The adobada is the one to order.
Restaurant reviews you can trust, sorted by neighbourhood and occasion.
Up-to-date lists by neighbourhood, for when you're hungry somewhere new. Koreatown is worth a detour.
