Back in the Big Apple

Garry and I have arrived safely in New York City after an uneventful nonstop flight across the Pacific. Breakfast this morning was an egg-white omelette over Chicago. Immigration at JFK was unbelievably quick and efficient. We were through the airport and into a cab in less than 45 minutes. It’s hard to believe it’s been nine years since we last visited the Big Apple for business.

We’re staying at the Langham Hotel after cashing in a chunk of Amex Rewards points we’ve been accumulating for years. At check-in, the hotel kindly upgraded us to an incredibly spacious suite. The bathroom alone runs the entire length of the room. 

After settling in, we headed out for a quick walk past the Empire State Building and through Times Square before stopping for a quick bite. At Garry’s behest, we wandered into Macy’s while on the way to dinner at Black Iron Burger. A burger, fries and beer for two cost us AUD 115.00. Garry and I miss earning GBP.

UPDATE: Follow this link for more about our time in New York.