July 4th Fireworks 2012: Why West Side again?
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July 4th Fireworks 2012: Why West Side again?
Anyone know why the fireworks are on the West side for the 3rd yr in a row? is this something that's going to continue? very frustrating.
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Because there can be differing locations and logistics for the July 4th fireworks display each year, we maintain a separate thread for each year.
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http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/new-y...ks-2010-a.html
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/new-y...rks-hotel.html
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As the show increases they need more and bigger barges - they don't fit on the East Side apparently.
Didn't the east side get them for like 11 years in a row or something?
Didn't the east side get them for like 11 years in a row or something?
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The west side certainly is easier for pedestrian access to the waterfront.
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I think a legitimate argument could be made that the east side is better because of viewing from other boroughs. The west side allows manhattan and... jersey?
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4th of July Fireworks from Hotel
Hello - will be in NYC over the 4th and was wondering if there were any hotels with spectacular views of the firework show... this way, won't have to bother getting anywhere/reserving seats etc since I need a hotel to stay at anyway. Budget not an issue - recommend away!
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If you want a spectacular view of fireworks exploding over New York City, you will have to be in New Jersey.
There was at least one thread about this last year so please search the forum for it. If I recall correctly, the W Hoboken was one of the recommended places, although, of course, you need to confirm you will be facing the water.
There was at least one thread about this last year so please search the forum for it. If I recall correctly, the W Hoboken was one of the recommended places, although, of course, you need to confirm you will be facing the water.
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Hmm.. let me clarify. Hotel must be in Manhattan... so I guess not the BEST place to watch but anything still with a view would be awesome.
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Not sure why the requirement has to be Manhattan, but since I see you have Hyatt in your profile, the Hyatt in Jersey City is on the Hudson and should have great views of the fireworks. It's also next to the Exchange Place PATH Station and quick ride across the river. Similar comments for the W Hoboken.
In Manhattan, the Standard Hotel on the High Line comes to mind as a hotel that's near the Hudson. The Conrad in Battery Park City might also work (I'd also say the Ritz but it could be too far around the bend depending on where exactly they launch from).
In Manhattan, the Standard Hotel on the High Line comes to mind as a hotel that's near the Hudson. The Conrad in Battery Park City might also work (I'd also say the Ritz but it could be too far around the bend depending on where exactly they launch from).
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We've had high rooms with western exposure twice at the Westin in Times Square, and you have a pretty good view of the fireworks from there.
There's one tall apartment building that blocks some of the view, but as you have ability to see 3 or 4 of the simultaneous shows that go up and down the Hudson, you really don't miss anything.
AND, the windows open so you can hear the blasts!
There's one tall apartment building that blocks some of the view, but as you have ability to see 3 or 4 of the simultaneous shows that go up and down the Hudson, you really don't miss anything.
AND, the windows open so you can hear the blasts!