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As far as tipping goes, I'll give you a piece of advice that's always worked well for me. For places you will be more than once or twice--the hotel, for instance, or maybe the bartender at the hotel bar--it's always better to tip a little bit more. It's always good to have friends in those situations. Also, I tend to tip closer to 20%, particularly in restaurants, as I have waited tables and made my money on tips. Obviously, don't go broke tipping, but if you can afford it, a generous tip is always much appreciated.
I'll let more knowledgeable individuals handle the neighborhood questions--I haven't been to Vegas or Canada, and it's been a long time since I've been to NYC. Have a great trip, and let us know what you think.
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