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zi9g t1_j36rjz1 wrote

Reply to comment by PanAmargo in What is the best close-ish city to visit for the first time? by MajesticBread9147

I wouldn't describe a regional weekend trip that's $500 as 'budget', even if it's NYC. If I'm taking the bus and sleeping in a hostel I'd better be out less than 500 for it.

Though granted it's been awhile since I've tried a trip like that and maybe prices are such that 500 is the absolute floor. Which is sad, if so, and helps explain why many people might never have done what sounds to others like a no-brainer trip.

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PanAmargo t1_j3727su wrote

$25 both ways - $50 transport

$50 - 70 a night in a hostel - $100 - $150

5 or 6 meals - varies widely but let’s say an average of $10, now you’re at $50

Transport - $20 for subway rides

One Random cab or Uber spending on where you’re going and when - $25

Just the basics around $250 - 300, but since it’s New York one may be tempted to spend on random stuff to bring home

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