February 19-22, 2025
Orlando, FL

HOTEL + TRAVEL

DISCOUNTS JUST FOR YOU

DELEGATE PASS

Attendees can download this Delegate Pass right to their phones for discounts on attractions, tours, retail and other businesses around town.

FIVE IRON GOLF SIMULATOR

Receive 15% off at Five Iron Golf Simulator during the Expo (3/15-3/16)! Just let the front desk at Five Iron Golf you are with the "5i Perks program, with The Vision Expo 2024 team" and receive 15% off at checkout.

Herald Square Location: 883 6th Avenue, Floor 3 New York, NY 10001

DINING

In New York City, everything's on the menu. Start with local classics: mile-high pastrami sandwiches, bagels with lox, hot knishes and pizza pies-done better here than anywhere else. Then sample the ethnic cuisine tucked away in every corner of the five boroughs, originating from every corner of the globe. Whether you're in the mood for traditional fare or cutting-edge dining, the City has it all. Check out Savor NYC for the latest on the NYC restaurant scene.

SIGHTSEEING

There's no better place than New York City to mix work and play: the five boroughs are overflowing with iconic attractions that you can get excited about. From the breathtaking beauty of the Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park and Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden to the buzzing vibrancy of neighborhoods like Flushing and landmarks like Yankee Stadium, experience the sites that attract over 57 million tourists a year. Plus, getting around NYC is incredibly efficient and affordable via its 24-hour mass transit system. Hail a cab, rent a bike, hop on a ferry, board a bus or take the subway anywhere.

SHOPPING

Shopping in New York City offers an experience found nowhere else. Stroll glamorous avenues of couture shops, explore neighborhoods studded with hidden vintage boutiques or satiate that craving at any number of gourmet food markets. Whether you're searching for diamonds or sample sales, NYC truly has something for every budget and interest. Come prepared with an extra suitcase— you'll be glad you did. Check out our retail spotlight, featuring everything from small businesses to high-end retailers.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

WEATHER

New York City weather can vary daily-even from morning to afternoon, but a guide to the seasons can help you plan your wardrobe. Spring (March-May) in New York City brings light winds and rain, with the season's temperatures ranging from cool to warm. 

TIME ZONE

New York City is in the Eastern Time Zone. Eastern Standard Time is Greenwich Mean Time minus five hours, and Eastern Daylight Time, from March through November, is Greenwich Mean Time minus four hours. 

INTERNATIONAL VISITORS

If you're visiting New York City from outside the United States, you may need a visa to enter the country. For details, visit the US State Department's visa information website.

SPECIAL-SERVICE NEEDS

New York City is committed to ensuring accessibility for everyone with special needs and has equipped all buses with lifts for those in wheelchairs and those with difficulty climbing stairs. In addition, many subway stations include elevators, ramps, visual display signs, accessible public telephones and tactile and audio features on vending machines. Subways also have automated voices indicating stops, and all buses and select subway stations are wheelchair accessible. Many street-hail taxicabs accommodate wheelchairs. To request a wheelchair-accessible taxi, call the accessible dispatch center at +1.646.599.9999; book online; or download the free mobile app Accessible Dispatch NYC at Apple's App Store or from Google Play. Passengers with disabilities are eligible for reduced fares on most mass-transit trips. For more information about NYC accessibility, call +1.212.NEW.YORK (639.9675) from outside the City or 311 while in town or visit the accessibility page on the NYC Tourism + Conventions website.

THE LATEST FROM LOCAL EXPERTS

Something exciting happens every day (and every minute) in New York City. On NYCtourism.com, you'll find some of the best ways to experience the five boroughs' energy when you’re in town. New attractions and restaurants top sports and nightlife events, the hottest shops and seasonal guides-we've got everything you need to make the most of this moment in the world's greatest city.

TIPPING GUIDELINES

Hotel doorman: $1 for hailing a cab
Porters and bellhops: $1-2 per bag
Housekeeping: As much as $5 per day
Waitstaff and bartenders: 15-20 percent of total bill
Taxi drivers: 15-20 percent of total fare
Tips for other service personnel, such as theater ushers, tour guides and coat-check staff, are always appreciated.

GETTING AROUND NYC

The best way to get around NYC is through a combination of walking and the City's inexpensive and energy-efficient 24/7 mass transit system. NYC's subways and buses are operated by the MTA (Metropolitan Transportation Authority). They provide a fun way to extend sightseeing while getting you where you need to go. Other interborough connections include a recently expanded ferry system and even an aerial tramway.

MTA

Getting an MTA MetroCard is your first step to navigating the City by subway or bus. You can purchase a MetroCard at any subway station from multilingual machines (which accept cash and credit and debit cards) or booth attendants. You may also use exact change (no dollar bills) to ride any city bus. Riders have three options for fare payment: a single-ride ticket, a pay-per-ride MetroCard or an unlimited-ride MetroCard. 

NYC TAXIS

The City's fleet of taxicabs is regulated by the NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission (TLC). Taxicabs operate 24 hours, provide door-to-door service and accept cash or credit cards. The City's famous yellow fleet is primarily seen throughout Midtown but can be hailed for trips to other boroughs and states.