The Top 10 Reasons to Attend the New York City Regional!
1. FRC at the Javits Center
Come join us for our second year in the Javits center. We’re making the NYC FRC event bigger and better than ever by moving to the city’s premier event location. Last year was a huge success and we aim to make this year even better! Join over 60 teams competing in the NYC FRC competition!
2. New York City FIRST Science and Technology Career Fair
Be part of the second annual New York City FIRST Science and Technology Career Fair. Prepare for the opportunity to meet representatives from twenty of the New York City metro-regions major employers. Learn more about the ways in which science and technology are used in their enterprises. Bring your resumé!
3. New York City is #1
New York City is the World’s Best City (Travel + Leisure), the World’s Hottest City (Condé Nast Traveler), the Safest Large City in America (F.B.I. crime statistics), the Greenest Large City in the U.S. (Trust for Public Land), and the Best Sports City in North America (The Sporting News).
4. World Capital
New York City is the global leader in commerce and culture, the world's most intriguing and diverse city. A visit to New York is, quite simply, an unforgettable experience.
5. It’s Easy to Get Here & Great Value too
With three major airports serving the New York City area, there are flights available to New York from every city in the USA and from anywhere in the World. With more than one million flights a year at competitive prices, plus a wide range of hotel choices, New York is excellent value and an outstanding experience. Costs fall well below those of other major cities and world capitals.
6. Choice of Hotels
New York City has more than 71,000 hotel rooms, so you’ll have your pick of location, price, and ambiance. Every destination says they've got something for everyone - New York really does!
7. One-of-a-kind Venues
From historic Broadway theaters to an aircraft carrier-turned-museum, from an Egyptian temple to a space-age model of the universe, New York City has very special places to visit and enjoy. And there’s a restaurant in the city to cater for every conceivable culinary requirement.
8. Outstanding Transportation Options
Getting to and around New York City is convenient, thanks to our three major airports, 13,000 taxis and limousines, 4,500 buses, 500 subway stations, and countless feeder roads. New York is a great place for walking as well!
9. 24-hour Service
The city that never sleeps - need a laptop fixed at 1am or munchies for 50 hungry kids? No problem!
10. Come Stay Awhile
Unparalleled opportunities for vacation and educational add-ons make a trip to New York City even more attractive. The FIRST teams from New York City would love to be your guide to this great city.
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