If you’ve ever been to New York you will understand why it is frequently referred to as the city that never sleeps. And no, that is not referring to the constant sound of traffic horns and emergency service sirens that are simply part of the city’s auditory landscape. Instead it refers to the fact that there is always something going on in New York, and it’s always incredible. And while many people who visit the city for the first time spend very little time, if any, actually sleeping, they still seem to feel like they simply don’t have enough time. And that’s the paradox of New York. It is sped up, never sleeps and always short on time. What an odd conundrum.

However, one of the great things about spending time in the city is realizing the value of the New York minute. Once you have the shorthand public communication down, you are on your way to maximizing your trip. So, what does this mean exactly? Well, you can definitely cut down on social pleasantries. And this means don’t take offense when you’re standing in line at a great deli and the person behind the counter asks, “What do you want?” They’re not being rude and you should have your order out of your mouth before they finish or you are actually being out of line. Necessary points of conversation are shortened and that bares no reference to pleasantries. It is much nicer to get your pizza and find a spot in the park, than to wait in line for an extra half our while the waiter chats with the person in front of you. A New York hotel is great for cleaning up, but an afternoon nap in Central Park is spectacular.

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