NYC Myth Busters
This quick guide helps counter the most common misconceptions about holding meetings and events in New York City.
Myth #1: NYC Is Too Expensive
Not true.
Low peak months (Jan–Feb; Jul–Aug) are a great time to get low rates from venues and accommodations, especially if you consider Sunday stays. Q1, specifically January and February, offers some of the best values of the year, with occupancy rates at around 75%, ADR dropping to $60–$80 below the annual average, and restaurants, hotels, theaters and iconic attractions all offering special packages and pricing. Furthermore, hotel inventory is growing rapidly, allowing you to find a wide array of hotels at varying price points. A few other cost-saving benefits of coming to NYC include our inexpensive and robust transportation system, diverse range of entertainment options and multitude of free attractions.
Facts:
• Jan–Feb bookings show a 25% decrease on average daily hotel rates.
• There are more low-cost flights to NYC from more destinations than to any other city in the US.
Myth #2: NYC Doesn’t Care About Getting Meetings Business
Actually…
Meetings—large and small, repeat or brand new—mean big business for New York City. No matter your meeting size or type, you can be certain that we will do everything we can to make it a success for you and your delegates. The City has made significant investments to make the planner and delegate experience a positive one. In fact, we’ve continued to experience an increase in MICE travel to New York City year over year.
Myth #3: NYC Is Too Difficult for Delegates and Planners to Navigate
The truth is…
Getting to New York City couldn’t be easier. The City has seven area airports and a comprehensive 24-hour public transit system. And once you’re here, nearly every major attraction in the City is easily accessible on foot or by public transit. No matter where your group stays or where they’re going, navigating the five boroughs is simple, affordable and convenient. Most importantly, New York City Tourism + Conventions is your best resource for navigating the many options the City offers for your meeting. Our team can help ensure your meeting or event’s success.
Facts:
• New York City Tourism + Conventions is your free, unbiased resource to nearly 2,000 of the City’s best venues, service providers and more.
• MTA features 24/7 access to the City’s bus and subway systems.
• Travel time from all three major international airports to Midtown Manhattan is under one hour.
• There are approximately 105 hotels with 28,000 rooms within a 1-mile radius of the Javits Center.
Tips to Help Sell the City
• NYC offers a dynamic culture with cutting-edge arts, incredible food, incomparable shopping and star-studded entertainment.
• The City is home to a population representing 138 countries and more Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders than any other US city.
• Meetings booked in New York City often result in record-breaking attendance.
• NYC is the safest major city in the United States.
NYC by the Numbers
• 2 million square feet of meeting/event space
• 121,000+ hotel rooms
• 33,000+ retailers
• 26,000+ restaurants
• 11,000+ Broadway performances per year (100+ Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters)
• 1,500+ daily nonstop flights to NYC (3 international airports, 4 domestic area airports, plus major rail, road and port access)
• 1,000+ arts and cultural institutions
• 200 languages spoken
• 24-hour mass transit
• 5 boroughs composed of hundreds of exciting neighborhoods
• 1 New York City Tourism + Conventions
Get In Touch
Contact a team member using the link below, or submit an RFP and we’ll connect you with the right partners to help make your next meeting or event—big or small—unforgettable.