Had almost everything I needed, except... and other New York City, NY Packing List Tips

Luggage And Bags: Girls, I was very surprised how safe, I felt in NY! At first walking around to check out our immediate area, I had cash and ID in jacket pockets, but eventually, I needed more very important things, lip stick for instance, and the camera of course. Felt very comfortable carrying my purse, but it wasn't big enough. Take a smallish tote bag, preferably something with a closure (just to make you feel safe) and make sure it will hold all the important things you will need to carry if you are out all day sight seeing. You will want your hands free when shopping, or riding the subway, you may need to hold on!
Guys, don't be afraid to use a fanny pack! I had to carry everything for myself and DH in my (too small) purse!

Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: It's true, everyone does wear black!

Don't be a slave to fashion fashion! Be sure you can walk the distance in even your evening shoes! We walked everywhere! Even when we thought we were exhausted, I just wanted to soak it all in, and you can't do that from a taxi!

Toiletries & Medical Supplies: Take anti-bacterial lotion, travel sized in your tote bag! After a couple of hours of door handles and subways, I started to feel a little 'icky' . (admittedly, I have a bit of a 'germ thing')
And a note about bathrooms here...understandably businesses try to keep the facilities for their customers, but NY was the first place I've ever seen 'bathroom guards' lol. My girlfriend's hubby got in an insane line at McD's for a coke, just so we could get upstairs to use the bathroom, my DH was not allowed to come up to see what was taking us so long as he didn't have a purchase, (the line was about 15 long when we arrived). So plan your breaks carefully, or take some Depends! lol



Miscellaneous: Band-Aids for blisters, just in case.

A healthy dose of good attitude! I found New Yorkers quite friendly and helpful really, one lady even walked DH and I to the exit we needed in Grand Central, exactly the opposite way she was going! But the crowds can get to you if you aren't used to it, and lines/waits are long to see some sights.

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