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NYYC House Rules

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https://nyyc.org/documents/10184/0/NYYC-House-Rules_2019%25281%2529.pdf The New York Yacht Club has several house rules that all members, guests and visitors observe. These policies have been developed by the House Committee to ensure our clubhouses provide a congenial atmosphere and to respect the history and tradition of New York Yacht Club. The link above leads to a brochure overviewing the Club's House Rules.

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NYYC Dress Code

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Business casual is required. Jeans are not permitted in the Clubhouse and on club grounds.

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Photography at NYYC

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There is no photography allowed in the clubhouses. For weddings and other special events, the event host will make the proper arrangements for photography in advance.

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Car services?

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Orange Cab: Orange Cab is a full service taxi company located in Newport, Rhode Island. To schedule a pickup, call 401-841-0030. There are available for Providence Airport (TFG) pickup/drop-off services to and from Newport. Uber & Lyft are available to get around Newport and surrounding areas. Wait times may vary.

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Does Newport have public transportation?

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Yes! The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) has buses and trolleys that have routes in Newport. Use the link below to access a printable guide of the bus and trolley routes in the Newport area. https://www.ripta.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/ripta_newportpocketguide_may2020_web_4_.pdf You may also use their trip planner on RIPTA.com and their mobile app, which provides schedules for each individual route. Bus fares: One hour of unlimited rides = $2.00 All Day Pass = $6.00 10-Ride Pass = $20.00

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Where should I park in downtown Newport?

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Public Pay Parking Lots in downtown Newport: 1. The Newport Visitor Gateway Center is the largest lot with surface and garage parking available. It is a convenience and inexpensive place to park the car while visiting Newport. Across America's Cup Avenue is the Visitor's Bureau, a facility staffed full-time to help answer questions and provide assistance in getting around Newport. The RIPTA Trolley leaves from this location and is a great way to avoid car traffic in downtown Newport. Paid parking is from May 1 - October 31, and is $2 for the first hour, $1.50 for each additional hour. Max per day is $24.50. 2. Mary Street Lot is located just off Thames Street. This large surface lot provides residents with 3 hours free parking (with resident sticker), has public restrooms and is located downtown 1 block from the waterfront. Paid parking is from May 1 - October 31, and is $3 per hour, or $20 per day until 9:00AM the following morning. 3. Touro Street / Clarke Street lot is nestled between the Jane Pickens and Opera House Theaters off Washington Square. It is located directly behind the Brick Alley Pub. This pay and display lot also has spaces marked in yellow for free resident sticker use. Paid parking is from May 1 - October 31, and is $1.25 per hour with a 3-hour limit. Pay by Plate Parking: Self-service pay kioks can be found throughout downtown Newport and by Easton's Beach. Rates are $2.00 an hour at the beach and $1.25 downtown, using either debit/credit cards or change. There is a 3-hour limit on parking on on-street metered spaces downtown. The park and display stations are operational from May 1 through October 31st, from 9am and 9pm in most areas. Pay and Display parking is available at Touro Lot and at Washington Square. These units take credit cards, and require that a receipt be visible inside the windshield.

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Is there easy parking near Cliff Walk & Forty Steps?

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A Pay-by-Plate multi-space parking meter is located Narragansett Ave near the Forty Steps Restroom. Choose the number of hours you wish to park (up to 4 hours), enter your license plate number and deposit your payment (credit card, coins or dollars, $1.25 per hour). There is no need to return to your vehicle to put a receipt on the dashboard.