the construction industry council ( cic ) is the representative forum for professional bodies , research organisations and specialist business associations in the united kingdom construction industry .

construction industry council

the construction industry council is a partner in constructionskills , the sector skills council for construction , along with citb - constructionskills and citb - constructionskills northern ireland .
cic responds to building act changes with timely submissions on behalf of construction industry council members .
the construction industry council has appointed jack pringle as its new deputy chairman . jack succeeds keith clarke
the construction leadership council ( clc ) works between industry and government to identify and deliver actions supporting uk construction in building greater efficiency , skills and growth .
the construction industry council ( cic ) was formed in 2007 under the construction industry council ordinance ( cap . 587 ) . the cic consists of a chairman and 24 members representing various sectors of the industry including employers , professionals , academics , contractors , workers , independent persons and government officials .
the society now has 2814 members from all sectors of the construction industry . it is run by a council of 20 elected members .
the construction industry council ( cic ) was formed in 1991 by the six construction professional and member organisations with the aim of providing a united voice for research and policy on the irish construction sector .
the new zealand construction industry council ( cic ) is a not - for - profit industry association of associations in the building and construction , design and property sectors . it is the collaborative voice of the built environment industry in new zealand and operates at the interface between government ( central and local ) and industry .
cic represents the workers in the design and construction industry , with cic member bcito being key to the industry training review .
the four founding members of the hkgbc , namely construction industry council ( cic ) , business environment council limited ( bec ) , beam society limited ( bsl ) , and professional green building council limited ( pgbc ) , represent every stage of the building life cycle and green building value chain .
a new construction industry action plan to make buildings and public spaces more inclusive .
the construction industry council of westchester and hudson valley , inc . , is a professional trade organization representing more than 600 businesses who are the core of the region’s construction industry , including contractors , suppliers , consultants , and other professionals .
computation and publication of construction cost indices ( cci ) . also to develop other economic indicators specific to the construction industry :
exclusive research from the construction industry training board ( citb ) shows th . . .
at its council meeting on tuesday 10 june keith clarke was appointed as the new chairman of the construction industry council . the rt hon nick raynsford mp , cic’s former chairman , now becomes deputy chairman in accordance with cic’s rules & byelaws .
cic member organisations are peak bodies in their fields of expertise in the design and construction industry . for example , the nz green building council is the peak body representing the interests of sustainable design and construction .
construction products association – the uk’s manufacturers and distributors of construction products and materials .
the membership panel will report via the board to the council of cic . in the event of any disagreement the decision of the council of cic will be final .
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this website has been set up to act as a portal for the work of the council and its members , and to provide information , reports and data on the construction industry .
construction industry training board ( citb ) will now actively seek a new head of . . .
to work effectively within the design and construction industry , specifically between regulators and industry stakeholders , to continuously improve efficiency , resilience , quality and professionalism .
a new industry response group made up of government and the construction industry will help ensure the sector can meet the challenges following the grenfell tower fire .
cic recognises the importance to the property development members and wider construction industry of earthquake prone building reviews .
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the 2050 group comprises dynamic industry young professionals , who represent a wide range of disciplines across the built environment . the group was established in 2010 to feed into the innovation and growth team review led by the construction industry council and paul morrell , chief construction advisor to the government at the time .
cidc and the actuarial society of india signed a memorandum of understanding to develop as set of insurance products for the construction industry . this is expected to facilitate easy credit to the risk - prone construction industry .
the cic’s members make up the organisation’s council . membership of the cic falls into three categories ;
cic is the front - door to the construction industry for consultation and feedback for proposed building code changes .
service for its member bodies to meet the requirements of the human rights act 1998 . all members of the construction industry council have the option to subscribe to the service but only subscribing members are able to use it .
mr . chan is the chairman of the construction industry council . he is a quantity surveyor with over 40 years of experience in the construction field . previously , he was the chairman of the construction industry training authority and vice - president of hong kong construction association . mr . chan is a fellow member of the hong kong institute of surveyors . he is an honorary fellow and a court member of the city university of hong kong .
cany jersey firm , sole trader , or ( in the case of partnerships ) individuals operating in the jersey construction industry , or reliant upon the jersey construction industry for their livelihood , are eligible to become full members of the jecc .
cic understands the importance of health & safety changes during 2016 , by working closely with the construction safety council and worksafe , as well as cic member sitesafe .
speaking on his appointment jack said : “cic is the construction industry’s voice to government , as well as being the co - ordinator of important pan - industry issues like safety and skills .
the diversity & inclusion panel is a collaborative forum and platform for members of all construction disciplines and professional bodies to identify and promote diversity policy and activities within the construction industry .
the executive board acts as the main policy and strategy vehicle of the council . the executive board comprises : -
the council was instrumental in the creation of the ‘strategic review of the construction industry’ ( 1996 ) , the ‘forum for the construction industry ( 1997 - 2006 ) ’ , ‘ jobs and infrastructure : a plan for national recovery ’ ( 2009 ) , and ‘building a better ireland : investing in infrastructure and the built environment to support ireland’s smart economy’ ( 2010 ) .
together , these organisations form responses to government requests for information through combined and collaborative submissions that represent design and construction industry interests .
build uk – the leading representative organisation for the construction industry . by bringing together client , contractors and the trade associations representing over 11 , 500 specialist contractors and other organisations committed to industry collaboration , build uk represents in excess of 40 % of uk construction .
the construction industry council appointed tony burton as its new chairman at a meeting of its council members yesterday afternoon . tony succeeds jack pringle , managing director of pringle brandon perkins + will , in this role for a two year term of office , starting with immediate effect . jack pringle now becomes deputy chairman for a year , in accordance with cic’s rules and byelaws .
the peak council whose 11 member agencies are responsible for procurement , construction and asset management policy for the australian , state and territory governments . papua new guinea is an associate member .
at a meeting with government , the industry acknowledged that it needs to help coordinate the construction industry’s response to the challenges of implementing recommendations from the ieap and government . to ensure firms can meet these challenges the new group will lead the industry’s response and ensure the sector can meet any new demands .
this study task force , headed by russell nix as chairman and consisting of 28 member associations , became the construction industry council . after years of hard work the new code was adopted and became law on march 10 , 1963 . the principle features of the code were :
looking for a case ? take advantage of our many useful links , covering case law as well as the construction act , industry bodies and much more . we also have a database of construction law courses .
in april , 2002 , rbi issued guidelines for removal of cap on lending to construction industry with the provision of the above mentioned lending norms .
your organisation will be connected to the wider design and construction industry and be able to share and receive information of value to your members in turn .
non - local construction sector firms , or other jersey based organisations , can become associate members of the jecc . the first associate member was highlands college who are the principal provider of training for the jersey construction industry .
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consultancy is outperforming other areas of industry in attracting women and people from bame background .
we fight like hell for the construction industry and the development community to win approval of projects . then we fight like hell so that our member companies are in a position to win the work and deliver premium - quality construction services .
to initiate activities for the development of the indian construction industry . hon ' ble deputy chairman , planning commission is the patron and dr . uddesh kohli is the chairman of cidc . the council started functioning in full swing from august 1996 and has taken up several important projects related to several vital issues of concern .
the cic is a collaborative group for information , networking , research and advocacy towards a better built environment for all new zealanders . an executive council leads the proactive strategy and a wider general council informs and connects . the cic interacts with users of the built environment through the media and through cic members .
applications for both full and associate membership should be directed to the cic’s chief executive , graham watts , who will advise on eligibility . all applications are considered by the council and membership becomes effective at the beginning of the quarter that follows the relevant council meetings in january , april , july and september .
the 2050 group has worked together to determine what they would like the construction industry of the future to be like , with particular focus on the period 2020 – 2050 .
the cic complements the work of council members by undertaking strategic reports , engaging external expertise and providing a united voice on mutual areas of concern and interest .
the main functions of the cic are to forge consensus on long - term strategic issues , convey the industry ' s needs and aspirations to the government , provide professional training and registration services , and serve as a communication channel between the government and the construction industry .
approved inspector applicants must possess an appropriate building control qualification and / or be a full chartered member of one of the professional or regulatory bodies that are full members of the construction industry council ( normally the rics , cabe or ciob ) . applicants must also be able to demonstrate at least five years direct experience in a building control environment .
the group contributed to the uk - gbc “plan for growth” report , which was published in may 2012 . the group was approached by deloitte for its answer to the question ‘ how can the green construction board better deliver a sustainable construction industry by 2050 ? ’
contact us if your organisation is a peak body and is interested to work alongside other organisations to lift the performance of the construction industry . what is the value proposition of membership ?
all new cic members , associates and honorary affiliates are approved by cic council , based on recommendations from the cic board and compliance with the relevant agreed membership criteria .
a world - class construction sector that creates value and opportunities for all new zealanders .
scl north america has launched a new website at urltoken . the society , founded in 2017 , is currently recruiting members from all sectors of the construction industry within the united states and canada .
among those who choose to disclose ethnicity , the bame population is 11 . 3 % of the industry ;
established in 1988 with just five founder members , cic now occupies a key role within the uk construction industry providing a single voice for professionals in all sectors of the built environment through its collective membership of 500 , 000 individual professionals and more than 25 , 000 firms of construction consultants .
productivity challenge– supporting employer and industry competitiveness through upskilling and improved levels of health , safety , competence and efficiency .
with total coverage of over 207 , 000 industry professionals , the report provides a significant insight into the industry’s progress since the first cic diversity panel report was published in 2009 , ahead of the introduction of the 2010 equality act .
construction products association represents the uk’s manufacturers and distributors of construction products and materials . it is committed to raising the profile of their industry and members’ businesses , helping grow the market and reducing regulatory risk . the sector directly provides jobs for 300 , 000 people across 22 , 000 companies and has an annual turnover of more than £55 billion . the cpa is the leading voice to promote and campaign for this vital uk industry .
issued by a range of organisations , including government departments and regulatory bodies , on behalf of the membership to ensure that the industry has a clear , strong voice in discussions which affect construction and the built environment .
other economic pointers , such as per capita expenditure on construction , are being computed by cidc .
thus begins a new phase in which the acceptability of construction sector as borrowers has improved substantially .
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the overarching aims of the cic are to deal with issues of common interest for the construction industry , and to act as the cohesive voice for the sector on high - level policy issues by engaging with stakeholders accordingly .
provides listing and accreditation schemes for the coating industry . apas tests and certifies paints and coatings and pccp accredits painting contractors .
cidc has constituted a financing committee , comprising of hudco , idbi , iba , state bank of india and the representatives of construction industry to work out a harmonized eligibility criteria for lending to construction entities . these criteria have been laid down and recommended for implementation . several banks have announced implementation of these criteria for enhancement of lending to construction . further detailing in terms of the following issues is being discussed as a follow up measure :
feel free to get in touch with us if you are seeking industry views , support or guidance on current or emerging issues affecting the built environment . we are here to contribute and influence built environment outcomes , and the quality and performance of industry .
the breadth and depth of its membership means that cic is the only single body able to speak with authority on the diverse issues connected with construction without being constrained by the self - interest of any particular sector of the industry .
the construction sector remains in need of financial support while sizable funds available with banks / financial institutions remain unutilised . lenders do not have a reasonably sound and reliable system for risk assessment in the construction sector .
low carbon challenge– providing clarity and support on skills needs in response to increasing demands on industry and potential new markets opening up .
the group fed into the low carbon construction igt final report , which was issued on 29th november 2010 .
the building contractors association of westchester and mid - hudson , inc . serves as the region’s authoritative source for answers to the building industry’s toughest questions , providing fast , reliable information to its members on virtually every subject related to building construction .
the wto regime is presenting new opportunities and challenges . acceptability & employability of indian technical professionals hinges upon harmonized contents – both in training & in practice . cidc’s efforts to help establish engineering council of india , under the auspices of planning commission , ministries of hrd & commerce together with industry and academic bodies , is a firm step towards accomplishing this objective .
setting up arbitration & dispute resolution centre for construction contracts ( for details see www . ciac . in ) .
assocham initiated its endeavor of value creation for indian industry in 1920 . it is also referred to as the
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having in its fold more than 400 industry chambers , trade associations and serving more than 4 , 50 , 000 corporate members from all over .
organisations within the built environment which speak for a defined group , or groups , of members , but are not eligible for admission as a full member of council , may be admitted as associate members . associate members are entitled to attend cic general meetings , seminars and conferences , and are invited to participate in and comment on the development of all aspects of the council’s work and receive all information produced by cic . cic’s associate members are as follows :
being part of a successful constructionskills partnership enables us to capitalise on our broad scope and national reach , and to seize the opportunities presented to us as a leading sector skills council . to visit the skills website urltoken : and urltoken
cidc’s concept of construction equipment bank is a reality now . cidc has prepared general guidelines for the establishment of construction equipment bank ( s ) . the first such bank has already started functioning in the name of indian infrastructure equipment trust ltd .
several construction entities have got themselves graded under this scheme . for details please see the “grading watch” section of this website .
this annual seminar is for those considering specialising in construction and for junior or recently appointed staff encountering construction issues for the first time . it provides a general introduction to many of the widely encountered principles , as well as identifying some current ‘hot topics’
since its foundation in 1983 , the society of construction law has worked to promote for the public benefit education , study and research in the field of construction law and related subjects ( including adr , arbitration and adjudication ) , both in the uk and overseas .
training and testing logistics provided by existing institutions / industry . they may become regional constituent institutions ( cis ) or their partner institutions ( pis ) under the scheme .
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a full list of cic member organisations , how to become a member and organisation web - links is in the members section below : members of the public may wish to contact one of these cic member organisations directly . government , design and construction industry , and media are all welcome to contact us .
cic member organisations work collaboratively for the good of the wider industry and not for individual organisation memberships alone . this additionality is a key part of cicís unique point of difference .
we understand how concerned people are about the safety of buildings and we would like to reassure the public that the uk construction industry is working with urgency to respond to advice published by the government . this irg will demonstrate leadership and , acting as a focal point , provide a collective response to government and other stakeholders .
the risk management briefings cover aspects of liability pertinent to those in the construction professions and allied bodies . these publications are continually reviewed and updated .
vocational & job oriented training for the secondary level students : this programme has been launched to educate students about few basics of construction and to generate interest , so that they can opt for construction as a career in their future . this programme will also improve the general awareness of school students on construction activities and enable them to become self - sufficient to understand the importance and requirements in day - to - day maintenance work at home .
this website contains reports and documents produced by the cic and its members . it also provides links to other useful sources of information on the irish construction sector and built environment . taken together , these diverse reports provide useful information and policy recommendations on a wide range of issues affecting the irish construction sector .
the cic 2050 group are running a serious of speed mentoring events in conjunction with various businesses within the built environment industry . for further details on ongoing events visit the cic events page urltoken
) is a process that enables every aspect of design quality to be assessed at each stage of the construction process from inception through to post occupancy analysis .
our partners and businesses each have individual identities and accountabilities . yet we all belong to a single enterprise , and our success depends on working together effectively towards achieving our mission for the industry .
the industry response group ( irg ) will complement the work of the independent expert advisory panel ( ieap ) established in june 2017 by government to advise on immediate steps to ensure building safety .
a new book has been published by the european society of construction law . it contains accounts of the law of twelve major european jurisdictions in relation to a range of construction matters . it is available at a cost of £75 plus postage . more details in this flyer . the book can be purchased online here .
the planning & building control today website is the place to come for compelling and informative features , news and products for a diverse audience serving a wide construction sector .
incorporates all on - site building and plumbing requirements into a single code . the ncc sets the minimum requirements for the design , construction and performance of buildings throughout australia .
cic has published a new ‘users’ guide to adjudication’ , which replaces the construction umbrella bodies adjudication task group “users’ guide to adjudication” produced in april 2003 . more information here .
the membership panel will be responsible for the ongoing committees , panels and task forces set up as part of the membership service and agreed by members at the agm each year . these committees , panels , and task forces will report to the board and council via the membership panel . this will include responsibility for the nations & regions of cic .
cidc has now been appointed by director general of employment & training , ministry of labour & employment , govt . of india to certify skill of construction workers in 39 trades .
a process that enables every aspect of design quality to be assessed at each stage of the construction process , from inception to post occupancy analysis . the solution to improving design quality .
responsible for developing and managing a uniform , national approach to building codes and building standards through the national construction code ( ncc ) series , and the development of effective regulatory systems .
to address the concerns of the lenders , cidc commenced a series of initiatives , most of which have already been implemented . the cidc - icra grading system provides accurate assessment of the risk profiles of the projects and the agencies . lender’s engineer panel provides a pool of specialized agencies / personnel for monitoring funds application and ongoing assessment during the lifetime of the projects . insurance products , proposed by cidc cover risks that are specific to the construction industry .
a major chunk of construction equipment owned by companies remains unutilised for large parts of the year . the idle equipment requires maintenance . depreciation adds further to the unproductive costs of the company . wtith total equipment stock of over rs 75 , 000 crores in the country & with additional requirements of rs 9000 crores every year , efficient utilization of construction equipment will result in huge savings for a capital starved economy .
cidc has established about 19 institutes , throughout the country , for training and certification of construction workers in various trades . regular examinations are being held in these institutes and certificates are being awarded to the successful candidates .
cidc has constituted a committee for arbitration and dispute resolution in construction contracts under the chairmanship of shri o . p . goel , former director general , cpwd to look into this vital issue and to establish an enabling mechanism .
formed in july 2010 , the all party parliamentary group for excellence in the built environment has the remit to present a holistic and overarching view from all sectors involved in the planning , design , construction , management and maintenance of the built environment .
training & certification of construction workers & supervisors : requirements are enormous and obstacles many . for example , construction workers are seasonal , migrant and itinerant . their place of work , project and their employers , all keep changing . they are in an unorganized sector . employers seldom invest in their training , workers cannot sacrifice their earning time for attending courses , training centres are non - existent and so on . recognising these problems , cidc has initiated an ambitious project jointly with ignou . cidc – ignou scheme has the following features :
the new system is comprehensive and elaborate . it takes into account every major factor that has a bearing on the success of a construction venture . the system also covers all entities concerned , viz . , the contractor , the owner , the consultant and the project .
business risks in construction are somewhat greater than in most other business ventures . the insurance sector in india has not yet recognized the scope of operating in this sector . only three policies are available ( plant and machinery policy , all risk policy and workmen’s compensation act policy ) . cidc has proposed 10 new insurance products as an immediate requirement .
this protocol was prepared by the society of construction law for determining extensions of time and compensation for delay and disruption . the 2nd edition has been published , superseding both the 1st edition of the protocol and rider 1 to the 1st edition of the protocol . you can download it for free , or order hard copies ( with a discount for bulk orders ) .
“climate change , coupled with ever increasing urbanisation , population growth and scarcity of resources , moves the roles of the professional bodies to the core of the debate . this is an incredibly challenging and exciting time for the sector . ”
( cic ) has taken on new chairman , it has emerged . professor john nolan was inaugurated during the 100
professor nolan will remain in the position for two years , with immediate effect , and replaces tony burton . burton , who is a senior partner at gardiner & theobald , will become deputy chairman for a year in accordance with the bylaws and rules of the cic .
nolan started his career as a labourer and eventually founded two engineering consultancies , one of which ( nolan associates ) he still chairs . he is the past president of the
. he has more than 40 years experience within the sector , and has been responsible for projects up to the value of £300m .
he also founded and is the chair of a property development firm , as well as a non - executive director of a power company .
for the past two years . jack pringle studied at bristol university before qualifying as an architect . he worked for sir phillip powell at powell and moya for eight years , working on social housing and other public sector projects . in the early 80s jack started his own practice which became pringle brandon . jack led ground breaking research , 20 / 20 vision , in the mid 90s , which led to the world’s first major flat screen technology dealing room for barclays capital .
i am delighted to have been appointed as deputy chair to support and then follow gordon masterson as chair . ”
, both of whom have been chosen because they are unquestionably the best people for the job . these appointments show the breadth and diversity of the built environment professions represented by
tony burton is the second qs and fellow of the rics to become chairman of cic . chris vickers cbe was the first ( 1996 - 98 ) . tony has been cic deputy chairman over the past year .
john nolan , past president of the institution of structural engineers as vice chairman for 2014 - 2016 .
sheila holden , immediate past president of the chartered institute of highways & transportation as vice chairman for 2015 - 2017 ( commencing june 2015 ) and co - opted member of the executive board for a one year term with immediate effect .
tim broyd , vice president of the institution of civil engineers as vice chairman for 2016 - 2018 ( commencing june 2016 ) .
simon rawlinson , partner at ec harris , as champion for research , innovation & knowledge for 2014 - 2017 and to serve as a co - opted member of the board in this capacity .
nick baveystock , ceo of the institution of civil engineers as co - opted member of the executive board as the representative of member ceos for a three year term .
cic maintains and operates the approved inspectors register as the body designated by the secretary of state , administered by the ministry of housing , communities and local government ( mhclg ) .
cic has updated its privacy policy in line with the general data protection regulation ( gdpr ) and it can be viewed by clicking here .
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cic’s core purpose is to be the collaborative voice , forum and agent for improvement in new zealand’s built environment .
our approach is to collaborate across member organisations to find a place where we can agree on the best way forward for new zealand’s unique built environment — keeping our key principles in mind . the cic provides a unique forum for debate , dialogue and dissemination of cross sectoral issues , challenges and opportunities in the new zealand built environment .
please contact us to work with the cic or learn more about what we do .
cic works in areas of information , networking , advocacy , research and legislation . we have recently contributed to consultation in the following areas :
cic maintains a good working relationship with mbie , the ministry of business innovation and employment that oversees the lbp programme .
cic provides submissions on joint & several liability . contact cic for more information on these .
cic provides submissions on voidable transactions . contact cic for more information on these .
several cic members have worked closely with government on canterbury royal commission processes and findings .
cic is well - placed to produce guidance on new legislation , please contact us with your consultation query . new regulations and other technical , legal and commercial developments that may affect the delivery of new zealand’s built environment .
cic member organisations gain access to other peak body organisation representatives , and in most cases the chief executives or general managers of these organisations .
cic member organisations contribute to government requests for information and proposal submissions on an as required basis .
cic member organisations adhere to ëchatham house ruleí at all meetings . respect , confidentiality and professionalism are key attributes of expected member conduct .
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the ministry of statistics & programme implementation , govt . of india , has approved the documents and has recommended that it should be used as a model guideline for preparing and awarding contracts for civil engineering works all over the country .
objective testing by a board which includes practising professionals as well as trainers / educators .
employers are persuaded to meet the testing and certification expenses and also assure increments and / or promotion to certified tradesmen . they can also use them as instructors or demonstrators for improving the skills of other tradesmen of the same category who work alongside .
scope for further education ( diploma / degree level ) for willing candidates who possess or acquire the basic education level .
cidc has also tied up with dr . b . r . ambedkar open university ( braou ) hyderabad and thapar institute of engineering and technology ( tiet ) , patiala ( punjab ) to provide academic support for its hrd project .
recognizing the need to boost the training programs in the country , specially those being conducted by cidc , national highway authority of india ( nhai ) has made it mandatory to employ 5 % trained and certified workers for its projects . similar encouragement by other government departments will give a big boost to the training programs .
diploma programmes in civil , electrical , and mechanical engineering for army jawans : consequent to the signing of the agreement between cidc & ignou on 18th july , 2003 , diploma programs in civil / electrical & mechanical engineering are being offered for indian army personal on full time basis , of two and a half year duration ( 5 semesters ) . as a start up , the programmes are offered to indian army but would subsequently be extended to the civil sector also .
in line with the recommendations of the committee cidc has entered into an agreement with singapore international arbitration centre ( siac ) , to set up the cidc - siac arbitration centre in india . the same has now been established ( for details please see : urltoken )
oriental bank of commerce and punjab national bank have adopted the lending norms and the eligibility criteria proposed by the finance committee constituted by cidc , and more banks are in a process of adopting these .
in order to develop such an instrument , cidc has joined hands with investment information and credit rating agency ( icra ) .
networking and co - operation with parallel foreign organisations has been initiated and fruitful relationships have been developed with ministries of japan , singapore , malaysia and other ministerial organizations of south east asia .
the group set out to seek the views of young professionals around their concerns about achieving a low carbon economy by 2050 . to download a copy of report please click here
the 2050 group are on linkedin , search 2050 group . twitter account : @ 2050group
mission : to identify and promote diversity policy and activities within the built environment .
leadership challenge : providing leadership for the sector on key skills issues and quality standards , and addressing employers’ leadership skills needs .
employer engagement challenge– keeping in close contact with employers so that we understand their skills needs and shape solutions accordingly .
education and training challenge– working with schools , colleges , universities and other providers to ensure we strengthen the skills infrastructure and deliver ‘right skills , right place , right time’ .
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after the initial step of offering a service to building owners to identify the type of aluminium composite material ( acm ) cladding on high rise buildings , the government has commissioned the building research establishment to undertake further tests . these will help establsh how different types of acm panels in combination with different types of insulation behave in a fire .
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communities secretary sajid javid announced a new independent expert advisory panel to advise on measures to be put in place following the grenfell tower fire .
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open loop new york is a hop on hop off , open top double-decker bus , sightseeing tour company based in new york city .

it is a subsidiary of the ratp group .

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open loop new york just hit the streets with new management , and people are raving about their incredible sightseeing bus tours ! now , open loop new york is offering even more bus tou . . . read more
“open loop” new york is aiming for some 200 , 000 passengers in the first year , according to company officials .
launched sightseeing buses in new york under the name
open loop new york ,
strengthening its presence in the u . s . , while also diversifying its activities .
open loop new york is now better than ever , with new management , upgraded tour narration and twice as many of their hop on / hop off buses than ever before . open loop ' s happy cu . . . read more
new york certainly is a magnificent place ; from the city’s glittering bridges to its iconic buildings , the opportunity to discover is never out of reach . with open loop new york . . . read more
if you’re looking to get a beautifully intimate glimpse of new york city , open loop new york has just the ticket for you . this sightseeing company offers a number of bus to . . . read more
from times square and the empire state building to the bustling neighborhoods of brooklyn , new york city has so much for a tourist to see . open loop new york will help you exper . . . read more
hi , marcy ! that is , indeed , a beautiful view ! we appreciate your great feedback and feel like you had the full open loop new york experience we offer our guests ! we ' re glad you had a wonderful time with us and in nyc . best , the open loop new york team
with open loop new york ' s new and improved
hop on , hop off
bus tours , visitors can see the city that never sleeps with more energy and excitement than ever before . open l . . . read more
if you’re looking for the best sightseeing tour in new york city , look no further than open loop new york . providing tourists with “hop - on , hop - off” bus tours complete with tour g . . . read more
there ' s so much more new york city to discover ! open loop new york is proud to introduce their newest bus tour route along the upper west side of manhattan . so , the next time yo . . . read more
locating the bus on a mobile device is just as easy as hopping on and off . open loop new york’s 40 stops throughout the city provide tourists with easy travel planning .
open loop new york is the big apple ' s newest and most exciting sightseeing tour offering . our new fleet of double - decker buses shows you the best of new york city , and gives you the flexibility to
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at 40 different stops on both our . . .
joseph , it is unfortunate to hear you did not enjoy your experience with open loop . many of our tour…
open loop new york is manhattan’s leading “hop on , hop off” bus tour company . with tour packages that take nyc by storm , their buses hit all the major sightseeing destinations quic . . . read more
open loop new york is the city ' s premier tour bus company . featuring an impressive fleet of comfortable double - decker buses , this tour guide service offers plenty of tour packages to . . . read more
this month , open loop new york teamed up with urltoken to host a group of talented instagrammers on a double - decker tour of nyc . throughout the instameet series , even lifelong n . . . read more
* this article appears in the september 18 , 2017 , issue of new york magazine .
a city as energetic as new york city deserves to be toured with the best guides . open loop new york’s flexible sightseeing packages put tourists in the front row of the city of lights . call ( 212 ) 371 - 6736 today to reserve tickets or visit their website for their daily schedule and specials .
open loop new york is manhattan ' s newest and most exciting hop - on hop - off sightseeing bus tour offering . covering uptown , downtown , midtown , brooklyn , bronx , and night tours , all of …
if you’re visiting nyc during an upcoming holiday , open loop new york has some of the best tour guides available . whether you’re just visiting for a day or the whole weekend , they of . . . read more
enter here for you chance to win 4 free nyc bus tour tickets ! open loop new york is manhattan ' s premier “hop on , hop off” sightseeing bus tour company . our double decker tours of . . . read more
for a limited time only , the best tour bus company in the big apple , open loop new york , is offering a sweetheart of a deal ! in honor of valentine’s day , they’re doing an across . . . read more
with open loop new york , you have the guidance of a trusted tour guide with the freedom to get off and explore the city as you desire . their fleet of double - decker buses will give yo . . . read more
now open ! the marketplace , an all - new eco - friendly dining experience , features an open concept kitchen with a sleek and modern design accompanied by warm , rustic touches .
open loop new york offers the best hop on , hop off bus tours in the city , allowing you to explore the big apple and everything it has to offer . in addition to one of the largest flee . . . read more
want to discover all there is to do in new york ? click here for a full list .
looking to experience all that the big apple has to offer ? when you book a sightseeing tour with open loop new york , you can take advantage of the company ' s hop - on , hop - off bus . . . read more
in new york . this seems to be a common sentiment , as several visitors left similarly positive comments .
thank you for your review , regina ! we ' re happy you enjoyed our tours and customer service ! however , open loop ny and top view are two different companies and we can speak only for open loop ny . we ' re glad you appreciated our audio - system . it ' s very useful for . . .
i read a lot of different bus reviews before heading to new york , and most all of them were so negative , i almost didn ' t do any ! took a chance on open loop ( top view ) and i was not disappointed . i ' m not sure what these other . . .
just letting you know we were very excited to get around manhattan on the open loop tour bus . we did the downtown loop . hop off and hop on is not as quick n easy as it sounds . we wasted so much time waiting for the . . .
new for 2018 , enjoy the marketplace , an all - new eco - friendly dining experience , featuring an innovative and unique menu and open concept kitchen with a sleek , modern design accompanied by warm , rustic touches .
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open loop new york caters to the array of international tourists by including audio guide narrations in nine languages : english , french , german , korean , chinese , japanese , portuguese , spanish , and italian . their knowledgeable tour guides are well - versed on the city’s attractions to provide a memorable experience for tourists from all over the world .
double - decker , open top bus tours that offer a huge range of loop tours that can be combined with other attractions . the guide does not accompany guests off the bus . they also offer
open loop new york also provides unlimited rides for tourists to explore at their own pace with tickets beginning at $ 27 . 1 , 2 , 3 , and 5 ticket packages are available , including museums , cruises , and more . 2 , 3 , and 5 day tickets include admission to the new york water taxi to see the statue of liberty . the 3 day ticket includes admission to ripley’s believe it or not ! museum in times square . reserve tickets online and receive a 10 % discount .
visiting new york can be an exciting and bewildering experience . if you’re looking for a nice overview of the entire city , you might want to consider the
on a tour of new york city . this tour has received particularly positive reviews from families and couples , so you can feel safe bringing larger groups .
. anyone looking to experience new york during both the day and night will no doubt get a lot of value out of both of these bus tours .
chef chikara yamada brings a new wave of japanese cuisine to new yorkers , featuring kushiage , fried skewers of fish , meat and vegetables , and other inventive japanese dishes with chef yamada ' s signature european flair , served in an omakase style . born in japan , chef chikara yamada started cooking when he was a teenager . after training at acclaimed three - star restaurant , el bulli in spain , he returned to tokyo to open his namesake restaurant yamada chikara , a small restaurant in azabu serving inventive japanese cuisine . in 2018 , chef yamada opened yamada chikara new york , bringing kushiage omakase to new york . more
experience a new way of fine - dining , centered around artful cuisine . more
this post reviews and compares the various different bus tour options available to you in nyc , including hop - on - hop - off , fully guided , themed and night tours . so , which new york bus tour is best ? tip : many of the bus tours mentioned below are included in one form or another with the new york tourist passes .
really enjoyed full downtown tour . tour guide allen was so good & interesting we stayed on for whole loop ! good job !
vip is definitely recommended . warm welcome by all the staff . no queues , straight to the top . beautiful building & an amazing view of new york . loved the whole experience .
there’s something truly magical about new york city at holiday time . from the famous thanksgiving day parade to the majestic rockefeller center christmas tree , there is so much to . . . read more
in addition to their highly rated daily tour , this company also provides one of the longest and most detailed night tours in new york . clocking in at 4 ½ hours in length , the
new york city is filled with delicious restaurants and cafés ready to serve you incredible meals . if you’re in town visiting for just a few days , it’s difficult to decide on which . . . read more
come hop on an open loop bus ! watch how it blows through reds forcing pedestrians in the crosswalk to hop out of the way and nearly hit other drivers . watch as it blocks intersections without a care in the world ! be sure to take lots of photos of the cyclists it ' s nearly run over as it goes through red lights that have been red for at least 30 seconds ! if you ' d rather not die on an open loop tour get your self a map and a metro card . they seem to only employ drivers who are extremely dangerous .
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summer is the ideal season to visit new york city . central park is in full bloom , the city streets are bustling with life and energy , and there is plenty to do and see both indoors a . . . read more
be sure to also read our post comparing the various tourist discount passes , such as the new york pass , citypass and the explorer pass , which may be even a better fit for you . all passes include some form of bus tour .
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you finally did it ! you planned an epic , once - in - a - lifetime vacation to new york city…in the middle of winter . lots of savvy travelers choose to visit the big apple in the off - season . . . read more
two sightseeing routes are now available , one north of manhattan , the other in the south . featuring some 40 stops in total , the routes take in new york ' s iconic sites and areas , such as times square , broadway and the empire state building .
being a tourist in new york city is a job all its own . with so many sights to see , places to visit , and things to do , there’s almost no question — why wouldn ' t you hire a tour guide ? . . . read more
note : if you are considering a tourist attraction pass , the new york pass includes big bus tickets on all of their passes , whether it be 1 day or 10 days . be sure to read our post comparing all the different tourist pass options in nyc .
big bus is the best - reviewed hop - on , hop - off bus tour in nyc and the company regards itself as the premium hop - on - hop - off bus service in new york city . this company sports an overall 4 out of 5 stars rating on
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you know it from your favorite woody allen film or sex and the city episode . whether you dream of combing east village bookshops or sipping martinis in the meatpacking district , there ' s something here for you . skim our highlights and you will fall in love in a new york minute .
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thank you for your review , cee . we ' re disappointed you were not satisfied with your experience . we ' re working hard to improve our services . we hope you give us another chance and try our night tour . it ' s spectacular especially on new york ' s beautiful summer nights .
similar to gray line bus and big bus tours , city sights ny provides loop tours of the city with a guide who remains on the bus for the duration of the trip . they also offer combo packages .
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thank you for the feedback . we appreciate your honest opinion . that ' s disappointing to hear our audio - recording didn ' t work for you . we ' re constantly working on improving our services and will put an effort to fix that . we still hope you enjoyed seeing new york from the . . .
the cornell tech campus spans 12 acres on roosevelt island , including two acres of public open space with spectacular views of manhattan and queens , designed by world - renowned landscape design firm james corner field operations . the entire campus design is focused on fostering collaboration and innovation , which is reflected in the landscape . the open space is designed with many areas for students , faculty , staff and visitors to sit , talk and collaborate .
. an overwhelming majority of customers have reported that their trip around new york was not only memorable , but historically accurate as well . some have even said that this tour is great for all audiences , suggesting that you need not be a fan of hip hop to learn a lot about the city while on your trip .
just like the paris
open tour ,
which is also operated by ratp dev , an audio guide is available in eight languages relating to the city’s history and monuments by means of a dialogue between two actors .
photos of the opening and closing bells are available via associated press / new york , reuters america , getty images , bloomberg photo and european press agency . b - roll of the nyse trading floor is available five minutes prior to the opening and closing bell feeds . the opening bell feed ( begins at 9 : 28 a . m . et ) and closing bell feed ( begins at 3 : 58 p . m . et ) are available via encompass loop # 4090 . media seeking footage via the switch should contact nyse broadcast at the number below .
this fun and educational trip actually comes from the company that brought you the ride . the tour is less about the performance ( there are no singers or dancers along the route ) than it is about the city itself . if you’re not interested in a more theatrical journey around new york , you may want to consider this trip instead .
if you interested taking both a boat and bus tour while visiting new york , it’s often cheapest to purchase those two tickets as part of a combo deal . many companies offer a variety of combinations , including helicopter tours and museums tickets as well . child prices are even less , but they vary . click the company links for more details .
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there ' s truly no best or worst time to visit new york , because this city is alive 24 / 7 / 365 . that being said , those on a budget should look to plan a trip between january and april , when prices will be ( at least a little ) cheaper . also , summer travelers should plan 6 months ahead .
reviews for the manhattan experience are almost entirely positive . guests indicate that their tour guides are very helpful and friendly , providing a lot of useful information about new york during the trip . several customers were very happy with all of the different attractions included on this outing . some visitors even went so far as to suggest that this tour was worth every penny .
no one takes you to manhattan — the center of the universe , with the biggest and the best of everything — faster , more comfortably , and less expensively than metro - north railroad . theres plenty of frequent service ( so you can come and go as you please ) ; lots of seats for you , your family , and friends ; and overhead racks for your new - found treasures . best of all , our
new york city getaways
packages save you big money on some of manhattan ' s biggest attractions .
are mixed . gray line has earned an overall rating of 3 ½ out of 5 stars , but they’ve only received roughly 100 more positive reviews than negative . as with most bus services in new york , the negative comments focused mostly on long wait times . sadly , this isn’t necessarily the fault of the company , but they still get blamed for the queue .
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will take you past some of the most popular destinations in the entire city , including locations such as times square , chelsea market , chinatown and greenwich village . this excursion also includes at least one short walking tour and a boat tour which departs from the base of the brooklyn bridge . discover how new york city changes when the sun goes down ! available daily from 5 : 30 pm – 10 pm .
scott’s pizza tours are the premier pizza tours of new york city . scott’s offerings are primarily walking tours . however , on sundays , scott offers a pizza bus tour that reaches the outer boroughs of nyc . free tours by foot guests are given $ 2 off on all of scott’s tours . to get the discount , be sure to plug in freebyfoot at checkout . click here to to learn about scott’s pizza tours .
spend at least five days in order to see new york like a local . manhattan is the ultimate walking city , densely packed and not very long or wide . you won ' t have to go very far and you ' ll find broadway plays to see , districts and restaurants to explore , drinks to be had , bookstores and botanical gardens to browse . and don’t miss a walk on the highline or the brooklyn bridge !
interested in finding the best eats in new york ? here are our favorites . pizza : check out roberta’s , a legendary brooklyn institution . classic bagels and lox : head to russ & daughters on the lower east side . authentic diner experience : empire diner and tom’s restaurant are two of the best . fun brunch spot : try prune in the east village , or marlow & sons or cafe colette ( both in williamsburg ) .
joseph , it is unfortunate to hear you did not enjoy your experience with open loop . many of our tour routes do overlap on similar streets with different stops so that may be why the bus had passed you . are you familiar with our
where ' s my bus ?
mobile feature where you can see where your nearest bus is ? our night tours run every 30 minutes which means you probably arrived at the stop right after the previous bus left . in any case , we ' re glad you enjoyed our night tour and hopefully nyc overall ! thank you for the review !
slated for completion in 2019 , the verizon executive education center will ensure that cornell tech is a magnet in new york city for innovation by providing a venue for academic conferences , executive programs and academic workshops . designed by international architecture firm snøhetta , the 40 , 000 - square - foot center will be a place for the entire tech community to gather for conferences and meetups , expanding the impact the campus has on technology beyond academia .
big bus tours consist of 35 stops around new york city on 4 routes , including downtown , uptown and midtown manhattan routes and one route in brooklyn ( see map detail ) . you can also download their app , which has the maps to help you plan your route . guests listen to either an english - speaking guide or an audio recording in one of 10 languages while on the bus and they are free to wander around on their own at each stop .
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the subway and the cab are your two best options for getting around new york . there ' s also an extensive bus network but navigating it isn’t quite as intuitive as reading a subway map . plus there’s a certain gritty pleasure in mastering subway lingo directions like : “take the uptown 1 , 2 or 3 trains to the cross - town q . ” figure out a few routes and you’ll feel like a real new yoikah . a single ride on either subway or bus costs $ 3 - or if you plan on riding the subway a lot buy an unlimited week - long pass for $ 31 . 50 . the famous yellow cab needs no prep : just master a two - finger whistle , or yell
taxi !
fans of seinfeld will definitely want to consider taking this tour . according to larry david , kenny kramer was the actual person who inspired the hilarious character of cosmo kramer . believe it or not , kenny still lives in new york and he provides a fabulous tour of the city to give fans a better idea of what life was like for the people that inspired the characters in everyone’s favorite show about nothing . visit a lot of the locations you’ve seen in the series and hear about the creation of this concept from kramer himself !
thank you so much for your review , amanda . we ' re happy you chose us to show you around our favorite city . we ' re known for the best price / quality balance and attention to details . we understand you wanted to know more about ny . did you know there ' s an audio narration available in 9 different languages that gives you a great overview of main attractions in new york ? it ' s available on board our buses together with complimentary headsets . we hope to see you again as our customer !
if all of the above sounds out of your price range , then you could always take advantage of the public bus system and tour around the city on your own ! the new york times published a great article a few years back about the best bus lines and routes to see all the major sites in the city . for under $ 10 , the public bus system offers visitors a great way to explore the city on their own for a minimal cost . don’t forget that you can also take our free walking tours in combination with this option .
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the couple are divorcing . they are , amazingly enough , also continuing to film a new season , but viewers who love the show have plenty of other married flippers to fall in love with : there are now flip or flop s set in atlanta , fort worth , and chicago .
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we bargained our way down to $ 23 for the tour in times square . it ' s a no frills way to see some of the city ' s landmarks . if you are using it as a means of transportation to get around dont ! ! ! can take upto 2 hours to do a loop not enough buses or accurate scheduling for that . self guided with headphones . i enjoyed it for the price . some tours charging upwards of $ 60 .
bristol is no chip gaines — but he gets the job done . he’s not resistant to producers portraying him as a fool . he has found a place for himself in the new economies of marriage and the housing market . in his silent , obedient way , he knows how to make a woman happy .
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what we wanted in a bus tour : - reasonably priced - no frills - no human tour guide - automated tour information so we could listen at our convenience - not crowded - laid back - convenient thanks to a good groupon , we got exactly what we wanted for our bus tour . we were able to purchase the groupon online , walk over to the open loop location to pick up the tickets , then immediately get on a tour . luckily the weather was gorgeous . we enjoyed driving through the city on the top of the bus . the sound worked better on some buses than others . sometimes the track would say the information for the wrong location . but for the price we paid , we were happy . our buses were never crowded . we were able to choose our seats , and spread out if we wanted to . the tickets were good for 24 hours . we were able to take two tours , which took a total of seven hours . we definitely felt like we got our money ' s worth .
“this space had 22 - foot ceilings and has beautiful frontage on eighth avenue , ” mr . murphy said in a prepared statement . “located on the western side of the times square / theater district , the heavy tourist foot traffic makes this the ideal space for a tour bus company . at 25 - foot wide and 42 stories high , the icon is one of the few sliver buildings to be constructed in the last decade . the design of both the building and the storefront lends a sense of 21st century relevance to the open tour brand . ”
the night before the reveal , joanna is in a swivet of type - a concentration . she has brought beautiful flowers wrapped in brown paper and tied with raffia , and she arranges them in a loose bouquet ; she sets the table with pretty napkins and plates ; she rolls hand towels and puts them in a basket in the guest bath . and then the new owners arrive .
cornell tech’s focus on innovation is seen in its design , a new type of urban campus that allows room to think , but is also integrated with the city . with expansive views , a series of green , public spaces , and a seamless integration of indoor and outdoor areas , the 12 - acre campus is one of the most environmentally friendly and energy - efficient campuses in the world .
infor is the third largest provider of enterprise applications and services , helping 90 , 000 customers in 170 countries improve operations , drive growth , achieve speed as competitive differentiator , and quickly adapt to changes in business demands . more importantly , we have increasing momentum , earning the business of more than 2 , 000 new customers in the past year , with double - digit sales growth over the last three quarters .
thank you so much for taking your time for the review , robin ! that ' s always a pleasure to know that our customers are satisfied with their experience . we ' re known for the best price / quality value and so happy that our tours met most of your expectations . we ' re looking forward to seeing you again in summer . we highly recommend you to try our new bronx tour to yankee stadium and our spectacular night tour .
our top models have become a bit more consistent on harvey’s short - term future . the storm’s center is now expected to move slightly offshore by monday , still as a tropical storm , then return onshore by wednesday on a northward track expected to be near or perhaps just west of houston . as a result , a new tropical storm warning has been issued from port o’connor to sargent , tx , with a tropical storm watch extending north of sargent to san luis pass , at the southwest end of galveston island .
while chip knocks down the walls , joanna paints the new rooms in a pleasing light color , usually in a sophisticated palette that is based on a combination of gray and beige sometimes called “greige . ” her style owes much to the muted good taste that martha stewart made available to the masses . martha is generous about the long reach of her shadow , although this summer she sent out a credit - taking tweet : “i cannot believe that ‘greige’ is trending as a paint color ! all my homes are based on grey / beige . ”
thank you for taking the time to write your review . we ' re sorry you didn ' t enjoy your sightseeing tour and apologize for any inconvenience caused . we are sorry about the issue with the headphones . our buses and equipment are brand new but unfortunately , technical problems do happen . could you please reach out to us at marketing @ urltoken with any extra information you have about the tour , for example the bus driver ' s name ? thank you again , your input is vitally important to us and helps us improve our services .
on fixer upper , chip and joanna help home buyers on limited budgets get the most out of their investments by choosing “the worst house in the best neighborhood . ” that’s an old real - estate canard that has long been dismissed , but no matter — when joanna starts describing all the wonderful things she can do to it , thoughts about resale value melt away into dreams of sliding barn doors , over - tufted sofas , and newly built “mud rooms” where the kids can stash their backpacks and soccer gear . once the buyers have chosen their new house , they’re whisked away and the work begins .
but it was in 1999 that the network found its audience with a new show called house hunters , of which there are now an astounding 1 , 772 episodes . this wasn’t about people dicking around with their bathrooms or dithering over a few feet of floor tile . this was about going all the way . this was about buying a house . the first few seasons were heavily influenced by hit shows on another network , tlc , where a wedding story and a baby story had found a large audience , composed mostly of young women , who were eager to watch 30 - minute documentaries about couples making huge steps in their lives . hgtv beat them to the punch with a show about the next step in a dream couple’s life .
although i am a born and raised new yorker , i wanted to feel like a tourist for a day . this was not originally on the agenda for the birthday girl . as a group we voted to do this and we had a blast . we had lamont as our tourist / driver and he was just hilarious . this is like a bus tour meets a comedy show . my friends and i sat at the top and it was awesome . we did a 6 : 30 pm tour which was good because there ' s something glamorous about nyc at night . i was scared though when we went on the bridge since we were sitting up top . other than that it was a great experience . i ' m really glad we did this spontaneously .
mr . weinstabel added , “we were looking for something where the tourists come . ”
the two sightseeing routes are using 15 double - decker buses sporting the colors of the american flag and operate every 10 to 15 minutes .
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what can i say out of a 3 day pass we only got on twice as it was so unreliable never appeared . . .
i wouldn ' t use this tour operator again if it was fee . . . no scratch that . . . i wouldn ' t use them if . . .
what can i say out of a 3 day pass we only got on twice as it was so unreliable never appeared , drivers not friendly , no tour guide on the night tour and the bus driver drove like a mad man as we were only . . .
i wouldn ' t use this tour operator again if it was fee . . . no scratch that . . . i wouldn ' t use them if you paid me too . erractic non reliable service . all other hop on hop off tour buses went by about 50 times while we were waiting for this one . . . .
buses not dependable . drivers not friendly . do not recommend this service . i waited for over an hour at central park and 68th street for a bus . finally walked back to hotel on 41st st .
its an ok way to get around the city , i didn ' t really like it that the drivers were big tip beggars , one them even got mad at us for not leaving a tip on the brooklyn tour , and said right in our faces ,
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but do not expect a lot of guiding . during the day , we could not hear anything on the earplugs . just noise . and we waited a very long time for this buses to arrive . that being said , - we experienced that these buses were not so full as . . .
we purchased tickets for a boat tour to go past ellis island and the statue of liberty . we were told : 1 . the boat tour included commentary that would provide information about where we were and what we were seeing . 2 . there was a free shuttle . . .
if you are looking for a bus to take u around . this does the job . we took a 3 day pass . we only got on it 3 times . the first 2 journeys the audio was not working . when we asked the driver he asked us . . .
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the driver was not experienced in getting around in traffic . took way too long to get around . avoid at all costs .
the app is barely functional and the stops are not clearly identified . we spent the majority of our time simply trying to find a stop service was simplistic and the drivers were hit or miss . one driver was very nice another was very rude . compared to other tours this is the least informative . the only employee on the tour is the driver . the audio recording is slightly old and fairly sexist . i found myself offended a few times . . otherwise for the money it ' s not bad . we took the 24hr all route hop . the night tours are a must see .
very late buses to start , not starting at all , not stopping at marked stops , rude drivers , rude sales people , i could go on . but not stopping at marked stops passing people waiting ? really . happened to me then , stranded me in brooklyn , yeah . thankful i know my way around the subway . if your a tourist from out of town . don ' t waste your money , go with another service . and best part is , no refunds . and map . it ' s bs . only good tour if it leaves in time is nighttime tour . was 25 minutes late starting though .
drivers : they are the best and most helpful and most honest . and the only reason for the stars . sellers and customers service : worst i have ever seen . sellers lied to us . the supervisor ' s name was muhammad and he said we get a ferry ride around the statues of liberty and back but we found out he lied . so i tried calling the customer service . for 3 hours every 20 minutes and each time it went to the voice mail . i called before their closing time as well . look at the competitors ' reviews before wasting your money . wish i read the reviews before buying our tickets .
terrible . it is in the middle of summer and the bus was blowing hot air . unbelievable ! there were children inside miserable because of the heat
would give 0 stars if possible ! was lied to about the tour and was pressured into buying a ticket as soon as we got out of our cab . we only wanted to see the statue of liberty and was told they could bring us there after being sold a ticket for 35 dollars and shoved in line we were told to pay another 2 dollars to get on a bus to get to the ferry . then on the back of the ticket we found out we were not going to actually go to the island . just a tour around the island are you kidding me ? ! absolutely rediculouse ! avoid this tour at all costs !
complete scam . don ' t believe the timeline they quote if you ' re in a hurry . put us further away from battery park . . . should have just waited in the line there .