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So im about to start my daily commute to the upper west side, and I would like to know which parts of town is considered dangerous or seedy especially at night? How about the subway, should I look out for something or stay near the front of the car? I have never been to the city frequently, especially not Broadway. I need to know some streetwise, or etiquette
So im about to start my daily commute to the upper west side, and I would like to know which parts of town is considered dangerous or seedy especially at night? How about the subway, should I look out for something or stay near the front of the car? I have never been to the city frequently, especially not Broadway. I need to know some streetwise, or etiquette
Holy Hercules, not another one of these threads again.
If anyone ever makes eye contact with you, however brief, it's an indication that they're probably going to stab you. Best to carry a small firearm and "take care of business" before they take care of yours.
So im about to start my daily commute to the upper west side, and I would like to know which parts of town is considered dangerous or seedy especially at night? How about the subway, should I look out for something or stay near the front of the car? I have never been to the city frequently, especially not Broadway. I need to know some streetwise, or etiquette
Since you're going to be traveling from 79th Street to 42nd Street, you're not going to be passing through any rough neighborhoods.
Of course, all of the subway lines are connected, and at one point or another, most lines pass through some rough neighborhoods, so just follow common sense rules (if somebody gets on and starts bothering people, move to the next car once the train reaches the next stop, don't flash money, avoid empty cars, etc). If possible, go to the first car (with the motorman), or the 5th car (with the conductor).
As far as etiquette goes, if you're walking slowly, stay to the right, as people pass on the left (sort of like driving). Also, when the train pulls up, wait for everybody to get off before you get on, so nobody's pushing and shoving.
Don't look around so much like you're a tourist. Just walk straight and confidently like a real New Yorker. Don't whip out your ipod/tablet so close to the train doors, where people tend to grab and run. If there's a Starbucks within 3 blocks, it's probably a safe neighborhood.
So im about to start my daily commute to the upper west side, and I would like to know which parts of town is considered dangerous or seedy especially at night? How about the subway, should I look out for something or stay near the front of the car? I have never been to the city frequently, especially not Broadway. I need to know some streetwise, or etiquette
Just be aware of your surroundings, but don't appear paranoid. You'll be fine!
RE: Subway - There is no "safe" car. I personally avoid them because I HATE the rude people and being an "underground rat" squashed with a "gazillion" other underground rats. lol Did that for way too long, and if I can help it I'll avoid them. Now express bus for me! and I can sleep safely knowing no one will mug me. ahaha ;-)
Avoid any car that seems much emptier than the other cars that are connected to it. It usually means there's a problem in the car (smelly person, crazy person, big mess, smelly mess, unruly kids, no air conditioning, etc.)
Cut through Duane Reade. When you emerge you will see a Duane Read across the street. Cut through it exiting Left. You will immediately see a Duane Reade on the corner...go through it on a diagonal. Three more Duane Reades in a row and you are Home Free!
Go home the same way but watch out for the Hudson River which temporarily has no floating Duane Reades.
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