I have to admit that while New York holds a lot of attractions for someone living there, the cost of living there isn't its most attractive attribute. I am curious, though, as to the price of staying in New York as part of a summer vacation? I already have plans to stay in a Key West bed and breakfast while in Florida, but I'm still deciding whether or not to go up the coast and hit up NY as well.

New York is a world city and it's a representation of our civilization up to this point.  It's a pretty good example and people need to visit it.  An american hero Charles Lindbergh cut his life short just to get out of there an back to Maui.  So for some it's a great place to be and other's would rather die then live there.

Obviously, there will always be people that love NYC for its adventure and nightlife, but there are definitely people that like a quieter sort of life. I've never lived in the city, but I can sure say that I would love to visit sometime. But just for a visit, because I know you don't have anything nearly as beautiful there as I see on the road to Hana. Just saying. 

I love New York when it's not winter time. It has a tendency to get pretty cold there, but I will admit that there are some great sites to see. When I'm not in New York, though, you'll find me in some Orlando hotel soaking up the sun on a beach.

Anyone who says they love Los Angeles only staid in the hotels, NYC is a real town for real people. This ain't no tourist destination, it's it's own country.

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I think that this is a good move for many NYC residents and is reflected by those that are fleeing California on the West coast, too, for less expensive neighbors, like Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah. However, for those that did not find themselves upside-down in a home they can no longer afford, I've heard that many are planning vacations to places like the Halkidiki Hotel in Greece, and certain locations in France. Vacation costs are lower than previous years because of the American housing crisis, making it a great time to get away. http://www.thegreekhotel.com

this is so funny. the typical American tourist. I just want to add one thing. Think very hard about what you want to do in life. There is nothing worse than regret. I was born & grew up in Bk,NYC all my life. I spent some time in Florida. I don't think I've ever been more down. I can not wait to return to my Beloved City no matter how bad these fucken people say it is. Native people know whats important to them. especially Artists. plan on doing a Foto essay- "No Counties For Young Men - Florida". So If you want to sell you private parts to men in Vegas- Sleep day & night in Utah GO- Waste life.

Some US travelers tell me that Kansas City is a very beautiful city. Sure it ain't New York, but it's not like she moved into an amish town. That's life.

I, for one, I'm psychologically ready to leave this city if it ever comes down to it. To be honest, unless I score a job that makes a lot more $$$ in the next 5 years or so, I'll probably start looking elsewhere. I don't want to live with a roommate all my life!!!

which was infested with bedbugs and giant cockroaches,

The cockroaches in the south would make the cockroaches in the city feel inadequate. Seriously, those things are the size of mice.

And, yes, please give me a city where I have to swim through the air in the morning. That sounds just fantastic.

All you "native new yorkers" are a bunch of cocksuckers. This entire comment thread is a bunch of idiots talking shit to justify the cost of living in a city that's moment has passed.

i moved to las vegas. the weather is better, the women are better, the bars are cheaper..haven't looked back for second. see ya, fuckers!

Haven't looked back for a second? Then what are you still doing on Gothamist? Shouldn't you be starting Vegasist or something?

I live three blocks from the house my parents live in. That house has been in my family for about 80 years. We've been through pretty much everything the city can throw at you and we're not going anywhere.

I'm a native New Yorker. I spent three days in Kansas City while on a cross-country trip. I cried the whole time. Literally. Weeping. All people do there is go to estate sales or the mall, or drink and play with guns. Oh, yeah... and I got my bag stolen... for the first time ever. I'd rather live in East New York.

@Amanda Harlech

best comment in my opinion!

I have lived in various cities around the globe and NYC is one of those that only mean a check in my list to get more mobility, not a goal on it self. After all we are in a mobile society.

From my experience i say this urban center has a very weak life quality compared to other big cities such as green as hell, and totally cool Berlin,or for example uber-cultural and way smaller Paris...And this is not even talking about South American cities with gorgeous climate, nature, and flare for everyday life.

NYC is the place were the bankers come to procreate... and those in bottom feeders circle around. The lifestyle is only for those making more than 100.000 and then, THAT is comparable to barely to a middle class life standard somewhere else.

NYC is just weak if you have traveled, get some factual info or lived in ANY other city.

I have lived in various cities around the globe and NYC is one of those that only mean a check in my list to get more mobility, not a goal on it self. After all we are in a mobile society.

From my experience i say this urban center has a very weak life quality compared to other big cities such as green as hell, and totally cool Berlin,or for example uber-cultural and way smaller Paris...And this is not even talking about South American cities with gorgeous climate, nature, and flare for everyday life.

NYC is the place were the bankers come to procreate... and those in bottom feeders circle around. The lifestyle is only for those making more than 100.000 and then, THAT is comparable to barely to a middle class life standard somewhere else.

NYC is just weak if you have traveled, get some factual info or lived in ANY other city.

I don't see why anyone would WANT to stay in the same place, same city for more than a few years! There's a world out there that like others have mentioned, can sustain the same lifestyle one leads here, only on a smaller scale perhaps, or a better quality of life ;)

Economic times such as present only help to clarify the true desires of some, waking them up from the monotony of everyday life, be it in Manhattan, Greenpoint, or beyond.

I think the real tragedy here is people who hold on to a beloved city/neighborhood/career only because a deep fear of change in themselves...

best comment in my opinion!

I dont get why people want to live in Greenpoint. Even the folks who lived there for 2-3 generations want to get the hell out of there.

If you've got your head on straight, friends around you, and money coming in, it's possible to be happy anywhere.

And I'm a native New Yorker saying that.

Haters to the left.