New York practical travel information

Entry requirements, driving rules, tipping customs and packing guidance for New York, United States, tailored to the country you are travelling from.

• Tipping in restaurants: 18-22% at restaurants (expected, not optional)
• Tipping taxis: Round up 15-20%
• Tipping hotel staff: $2-5 per bag
• Tipping is a cultural obligation in the US. Servers rely on tips as a major income source. 20% is standard.
• Packing: month-by-month temperatures and dress codes are covered in our New York packing guide.

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