NYC is famous for a lot of things and expensive hotel rooms is one of them. Hostels have long been a popular lodging option for au pairs. This article reviews several of the hostels in NYC. Check it out here.

If you are planning a trip to NYC or anywhere else, you may want to sign up for Groupon and Living Social. You can receive daily deals for the cities of your choice. They also have Groupon & Living Social apps for your mobile phone and iPod.

In addition, Click Here for a GREAT map of NYC  that shows popular tourist destinations as well as Starbucks and SHOPPING.

Have a great trip!