Articles tagged: #Beginner

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How to Read the NYC Subway Map: Letters, Numbers, and Colors Explained

Understanding how to read the NYC subway map comes down to four things: line color, letter/number, direction, and transfer points. First, find your start and...

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Uptown vs Downtown NYC Subway: Don't Pick the Wrong Entrance

Finding the right entrance in the uptown vs downtown subway NYC maze is easier than it looks—once you know what to check. The fast answer: look at the...

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Express vs Local NYC Subway: The Beginner's Guide to Every Line

Understanding the express vs local NYC subway is the single biggest upgrade to how fast you get around the city. In one sentence: express trains skip many...