Renting a bus for group trips is an economical, comfortable, and efficient way to organize group travel, contributing to creating a positive and memorable experience for all participants. It also offers many advantages that make this option more attractive compared to other means of transportation.
Here are some key benefits:
Cost savings per person: When traveling as a group, bus rental allows for the distribution of shared expenses among participants, providing savings for each passenger. Compared to individual tickets for other modes of transportation, this is often a more cost-effective option.
Comfort and convenience
Buses provide spacious and comfortable seating for passengers. There is room for free movement, comfortable seats, and entertainment equipment, creating pleasant conditions for long journeys.
Route flexibility
Bus rental gives the group the freedom to choose the route, stops, and schedule. This allows adapting the trip to the specific needs of the group, which is not possible when using public transportation.
Stress reduction and simplified organization
Bus rental simplifies the process of planning and organizing a bus trip in NY. The group can fully rely on a professional driver who takes care of the route, transportation, and safety, relieving participants of unnecessary concerns.
Environmental benefits
Traveling on one bus instead of several individual vehicles reduces carbon dioxide emissions and is a more environmentally friendly option, which becomes an important aspect in the modern world.
Places worth visiting by bus:
Storm King
A 200-acre open-air museum nestled in the Hudson River Valley is home to one of the largest collections of contemporary outdoor sculptures in America. The Storm King Art Center aims to establish a connection between nature, art, and humanity. Over the course of six decades, the art center has amassed works from over a hundred sculptors. The grounds feature picnic areas, cafes, and bike rental stations.
How to get there
From New York, you can reach the art center by taking a Coach USA bus. Alternatively, you can opt for the Metro-North Railroad train departing from Grand Central Station. Alight at the Beacon station, where shuttles to the Storm King Art Center operate on weekends.
Greenport
A charming village on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean on the northern side of Long Island, Greenport is a former whaling port and oyster center with numerous preserved colonial buildings. It is a resort with serene beaches and crystal-clear waters. Among its main attractions are the East End Seaport Museum and the antique carousel in Mitchell Park. Greenport is also renowned for its wineries, breweries, lavender fields, and farms cultivating organic produce.
How to get there
Take Long Island Rail Road trains from Penn Station with a transfer at Ronkonkoma station (Ronkonkoma line).
Cold Spring
A village on the Hudson River frozen in the Victorian era, Cold Spring boasts Main Street at its center, adorned with antique shops offering clothing, dishes, accessories, artworks, and furniture. Cafes and restaurants serving homemade American cuisine also line the street. During the warmer months, a vintage trolley runs along Cold Spring.
How to get there
Trains from Grand Central Station to Cold Spring are operated by Metro-North Railroad (Hudson Line).
Westchester County
A tranquil countryside escape from the bustling city of New York, Westchester County offers a retreat with its numerous picturesque parks, reserves, and gardens. Children will particularly enjoy the LEGOLAND Discovery Center, featuring a variety of amusements such as mazes, slides, tunnels, a carousel, a 4D cinema, a workshop, and miniature replicas of New York landmarks crafted from LEGO bricks. For gourmands, Michelin Guide-recognized restaurants await, including Blue Hill at Stone Barns (2 stars), Dubrovnik, Maria Restaurant, RaaSa Fine Indian Cuisine, Shiraz Kitchen, Scarsdale, The Cookery, Eugene’s Diner & Bar, and Southern Table.
How to get there
The most convenient way to reach Westchester from New York is by taking Amtrak and Metro-North Railroad trains.
Hudson
A charming town offering breathtaking views of the eponymous river, Hudson seamlessly blends history, culture, art, and agriculture, creating a unique mix. In Hudson, you can witness buildings representing all significant American periods from the 18th to the 20th century. The town is notably free of national chain stores, instead gaining recognition for its local producers of cheese, perfumes, furniture, and textiles. Antique shops hold a special place, hailed by The New York Times as the best in the United States. Hudson is home to dozens of art galleries, and its restaurants serve dishes prepared from locally sourced farm products.
How to get there
Trains from Penn Station to Hudson are operated by Amtrak (Maple Leaf line).
Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery
An excellent destination for a day in nature, indulging in tastings of beverages crafted on-site. Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery is renowned for its cider, wine, liqueurs, bourbon, grappa, and gin. Live music fills the air every weekend, creating a vibrant atmosphere. The local cafe prepares dishes using ingredients sourced from the region. In the fall, visitors can participate in the apple harvest, with more than 65 varieties available.
How to get there
Public transportation to the winery is not available. The only way to reach this destination is by car.
Fire Island
An island beloved by celebrities, Fire Island is located south of Long Island and has an elongated shape, stretching for about 50 km with a width ranging from 160 to 400 m. After Hurricane Sandy in 2012, the island was divided into two parts. Along the entire Atlantic coast, there are beautiful sandy beaches with cinematic approaches and numerous wooden boardwalks. The symbol of Fire Island is the lighthouse built in the early 19th century. Near it is Robert Moses State Park, one of the island’s most popular spots.
How to get there
From New York, you can drive to Fire Island. Alternatively, you can travel from the city to the south of Long Island, where numerous ferries operate to the island.
Bear Mountain State Park
Located on the western slopes of the Hudson River, just an hour’s drive from New York City, Bear Mountain State Park is a picturesque destination. The park offers children’s playgrounds, a unique hand-carved wooden carousel, picnic areas, fishing opportunities in the lake or river, a swimming pool, nature, geology, and history museums, a zoo, as well as hiking and biking trails. From October to March, Bear Mountain State Park features an ice skating rink, and during winter, visitors can enjoy cross-country skiing on designated trails.
How to get there
The park is accessible only by car.
The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts
Situated on the campus of Bard College, just a two-hour drive from New York City, The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts is an incredibly futuristic building. The center hosts theatrical performances, jazz, chamber and orchestral concerts, as well as dance productions. The mission of the center is to attract talented creative individuals to the Hudson River Valley, where they can bring even the most daring projects to life.
How to get there
To reach the center from New York City, you can drive. Alternatively, you can take an Amtrak train from Penn Station, get off at Rhinecliff station (Adirondack line), and cover the remaining 14 km by taxi. Another option is to take a Metro-North Railroad train from Grand Central Station to Poughkeepsie station (the last stop on the Hudson line) and then call a taxi.
