Getting there

It has never been cheaper to get to New York: competition is again working in favour of Joe Public, and so with Aer Lingus and…

It has never been cheaper to get to New York: competition is again working in favour of Joe Public, and so with Aer Lingus and Continental Airlines slugging it out take advantage and see this great city, all you need is a partner for these two-for-one specials. Continental price is £349 and Aer Lingus £379, but if you have Tesco Travel Certificate it is £349, midweek.

Weekend travel is slightly dearer. The only stipulation is you stay a Saturday night. Biggest problem is finding accommodation, particularly from now to Christmas, but from January to March accommodation is easier to find.

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