GIVEAWAY – Love of The Subway

By TravelingwithTinysMom on November 2, 2009 @ 2:14 am
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GIVEAWAY: Book – “Off The Beaten (Subway) Track” by Suzanne Reisman (signed copy!) AND a Nozin Nasal Sanitizer Pack (to keep the germs away on the subway!)

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The first time I visited NYC I found the subway to be absolutely mezmerizing.  The more I learned about the transit system, the more I felt  like Alice in Wonderland.  All over the city there existed ”rabbit holes”; if you were brave enough to venture down grimey staircases to the dank underground, you found a magical world full of tunnels that could lead almost anywhere!    I loved descending beneath the lights of Times Square and unearthing in the middle of China Town; leaving behind the bustle of Wall Street and finding myself in the serenity of Strawberry Fields just minutes later.

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Since that time I’ve enjoyed exploring subways and metros all over the world – Rome, Lausanne, Boston, Paris – and remain fascinated by the unusual adventures to be had both in the journey and unique destinations it offers.  While I love popping up in new places, I also love the ride.  I’ve met some very colorful people on the subway.  I’ve participated in sing-a-longs on the subway.  On my way to the Champs Elysee I was almost thrown up on by a man in a top hat on the subway.   And on my way to the Colloseum I almost threw up on a woman playing the zither on the subway.  My theory is that if you ride long enough, you’ll see the entire world go by.  Magical!

GIVEAWAY:  Ever wondered what wonders lie at each stop on the NYC Subway?  “Off The Beaten (Subway) Track” by Suzanne Reisman takes you on a wild ride to the some of the most fascinating and whimsical subway destinations.  Organized by neighborhood, you can vicariously visit each of these unique landmarks or use this book as a guide to planning your own subway adventure!

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But before you dare to share subway air during the upcoming flu season, we want to make sure you’re prepared!  That’s why the winner of this giveaway will also receive a pack of Nozin Nasal Sanitizers.  Don’t fear the random coughs and sneezes of fellow travelers – these swabs help reduce the risk of infection on planes, trains and subways for hours.

NOZIN

TO ENTER:  Simply leave a comment telling me:  Have you ever ridden the Subway?  If so, what is your most memorable Subway experience?  Good luck!

Giveaway is open to US residents only and will end at 11:59 pm MST on Sunday 11/8/2009.  Winner will be chosen by Random.org.


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#1
I grew up in NYC so I rode the subway daily and every day I loved it. I miss it. Most memorable: the music in the halls, the smells of humans moving in and out of synchrony (even the “bad” smells remind me of home). The stranger with words of wisdom. The fact that people of all ages, races and socio-economic status ride the train. The fact that you can ride the train at all hours with all kinds of people. I agree with your theory- subways are a slice of the world at large.
Surfing Mom SC wrote on November 2, 2009 - 3:46 am
#2
When I saw your first paragraph about being “mesmerized” by your NY subway experience, I was confused. You must not have taken it during rush hour in the summer pre-1992. Am I right? Because during those times, the subway was indeed mesmerizing, just not in a good way. The smells, the crowds, the dripping water down the pillars, the “wah-wah” from the loudspeaker that was completely unintelligible, even as a native English speaker. Ah, I miss those times. The only time I was ever flashed during my 10 years in NY was on the subway platform at 116th Street. The guy was on the north-bound platform and I was on the southbound, so I didn’t feel like I was in any danger. And truthfully, the lights down there were so dim during the 1980s, I barely saw anything. I miss New York.
TravelingTekTipsMom wrote on November 2, 2009 - 11:20 pm
#3
I can relate 100% to the feeling of being “mesmerized” by all things NYC, especially the subway. Growing up in a small southern town I would dream about one day living in this wonderful city and being a part of it endless energy. Needless to say, once I graduated college, I got a job in the city and got an apartment that was way too small and way too expensive but loved regardless. I met my future husband the same year and never looked back. I now live in Brooklyn with my family, but still ride the subway everyday to work. There is no other place where you can experience and see almost anything at any given moment. Over the years I have met people from all over the world and seen some incredible things,and experienced things I can’t really explain(nor would want to), knowing this could only happen in NYC. Not only are the people fascinating but so are the destinations.I’m glad that someone has written a book highlighting all the small, hidden treasures this wonderful city has to offer. There is so much history here that every place has a story. Everyday I fall in love with it all over again. Can’t wait to read your book.
mrschrismac wrote on November 3, 2009 - 12:16 pm
#4
When I was living in NY I was getting on the subway at Grand Central Station. My friend and I were headed to see a show when all of a sudden someone was yelling my name. It was a very good friend from my childhood in Arizona. I hadn’t seen him in 10 years. He had moved to NYC that week. I’ve had lots of “small world” experiences on the subway.
Laura Strand wrote on November 4, 2009 - 3:38 pm
#5
Before I moved to NYC 16 years ago, I used come to visit my late grandmother here with my family. We’d take the train from Montreal, then take the subway to Queens. I was little, but I distinctly remember the boom click boom click of the 70’s-era trains… red, strong and not very smooth. I remember the scary graffiti sprawled over them – and the stations – which ultimately spelled out: Welcome to New York City.
Melanie Notkin wrote on November 4, 2009 - 5:46 pm
#6
Have been on the subway lots – most often to get into NYC from NJ – beats driving in the traffic any day! The kids seem to think a subway trip automatically means they are traveling to another county, so it’s always so exciting with them along for the ride. Riding the train is very commonplace in Australia, so it’s very odd to me that more people don’t do it over here,
SydneyHeart wrote on November 4, 2009 - 6:42 pm
#7
I learned the art of the NYC Subway system when I worked on the Upper West Side and commuted from New Jersey every day first on the bus to Port Authority and then on the 1 and 2 to Broadway and 86th. I worked with one of my closest friends and we spent a lot of time riding those trains as we discussed dating challenges,work annoyances and our future aspirations. We took that subway everywhere together from Manhattan to Queens, Brooklyn to Washington Heights, and from the Upper West Side down to Bleeker Street, those were really great subway rides.
Esti Kosher Traveling Mom wrote on November 4, 2009 - 7:53 pm
#8
yup quite often born and raised in the outer boroughs, growing up there was no air on them so it smelled from urine, people sleeping on the seats, crammed in like sardines, doors closing on you, nothing like it and i loved every minute
mindy wrote on November 4, 2009 - 8:45 pm
#9
I’ve never ridden a subway.
Kayce Crews wrote on November 4, 2009 - 11:08 pm
#10
My family and I may be the only ones who have not ridden in NYC, yet. We have ridden subways from Korea to Washington, D.C. and all over central Europe. I have two memorable experiences. First, traveling by the Metro in Paris with our 3 young boys ten years ago, we missed our transfer or exit and the subway cars parked in the “caves”. All the light went out and we had to pull the emergency cable which a French conductor showed up with a flashlight and led us out. He brought us out along a narrow path over the Seine River with a 4, 2 and baby at the time. The other time was traveling the D.C. Metro with my oldest son from Germany. We had all our baggage and it was a Saturday night lively passengers and a women asked if I had the kitchen sink in joking matter…I told her we had been traveling from Germany over 16 hours and this was all our stuff this opened up a whole new discussion around us.
David Crouch wrote on November 5, 2009 - 3:38 am
#11
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Bob Hilton wrote on November 5, 2009 - 1:49 pm
#12
I am such a subway girl! I don;t know why, it always just seems like somthing new and exciting will happen when I emerge up the steps no matter what stop I get of at! Of course the best one is 161st Street in the Bronx, cuz that’s Yankee Stadium!
Nycole wrote on November 5, 2009 - 2:42 pm
#13
I’ve never ridden the subway – but have always wanted to!!!
Kim wrote on November 5, 2009 - 4:37 pm
#14
I found the subway in paris quite memorable
adendyut wrote on November 5, 2009 - 7:38 pm
#15
I haven’t ridden the subway but I have been on the Metro in Paris and BART in San Francisco and they are wonderful ways to get around.
Mia J. wrote on November 5, 2009 - 8:17 pm
#16
Just rode the subway this past summer in NYC with my 10 year old son (his first time) right under the Natural Museum of History. We even saw some break dancers entertaining the crowd below. Very cool. This book also looks like tons of fun. Thanks.
Richard wrote on November 6, 2009 - 11:57 am
#17
I have not ridden the subway in NY but I have ridden underground transit systems in Mexico City and in the SF Bay Area in Calfornia.
Sharon A wrote on November 6, 2009 - 6:12 pm
#18
I have never ridden on one but I would love to experience it sometime during my life!
Trisha wrote on November 6, 2009 - 8:29 pm
#19
I’ve never ridden the New York subway, but I lived in London for 4 year in the 80’s and I loved the tube!! I still don’t drive so I miss it –when I was tired of my room mates I would ride the circle line and read as it went round & round. kakihararocks@gmail.com
Darcy B wrote on November 6, 2009 - 11:17 pm
#20
I have only ridden the subway one time and it was in Paris, France. We missed the last train, well the ability to pay for it, and our tour guide told us to jump the gates to get in . The cops came running. I was in high school and we were let go but that was something I will never forget.
angie wrote on November 7, 2009 - 8:36 pm
#21
I remember riding the subway in Pittsburgh. It was pretty scary because it was me and a bunch of homeless people that seemed a bit off. Lots of them were rocking and talking to themselves. It was late at night. Longest ride of my life.
scott wrote on November 7, 2009 - 8:37 pm
#22
My most memorable subway moments were when I worked in Japan. The subways were clean and ran smoothly. I remember just having missed the sarin-gas attack by about an hour as it happened at one of my end-point stops. In NYC, I rode the subway to work as well and was at the World Trade Path station the night before 9.11.01 to go out to celebrate my wedding anniversary. What a very strange feeling looking back! Thanks for the chance to win!
Laureen wrote on November 8, 2009 - 1:25 am
#23
I’ve never rode in the Subway. The closest is the people mover in Detroit, lol. I’d love to one day though!
Ginny wrote on November 8, 2009 - 2:53 pm
#24
I’ve been on the NY subway once when I went in for an interview. I truly had no idea where to go and the people there blew every nasty conception people had of New Yorkers. The minute I pulled out the map, I had a few people asking if they could help and one spent a few minutes helping me get my bearings and giving me some pointers.
jengd wrote on November 8, 2009 - 5:04 pm
#25
London Underground: Check! Paris Metro: Check! NYC Subway: Never, but now I feel like I should…
helen wrote on November 24, 2009 - 7:53 pm
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