Planning to be in New York for the New Year’s Eve countdown this year?
If you’re travelling from Canada to enjoy the celebrations, fireworks, and late-night parties, staying connected is going to be important, including maps, ride apps, meeting friends, posting stories, and checking last-minute plans.
For a holiday trip as exciting as this, we’ve prepared a special promotion you can use on our US plans. Check the bottom of this article for your coupon code!
How to Get Ready for Your New York Trip
New Year’s Eve in New York is exciting, crowded, and a little bit intense—so a bit of preparation goes a long way.
Here are a few simple tips to get ready for your countdown trip:
Decide where you want to spend the countdown
Times Square, Brooklyn, Central Park fireworks, a rooftop bar, or a quieter neighbourhood spot—each area has a different vibe and crowd level.
Check transport and safety information in advance
Look up subway routes, possible street closures, and how you’ll get back to your hotel after midnight. Save your hotel address and key locations on your phone.
Dress for the weather and long waiting times
New York can be very cold on New Year’s Eve. Wear warm layers, comfortable shoes, and consider gloves or hand warmers—especially if you’ll be outside for several hours.
Download the apps you’ll need
Map apps, transit apps, ride-hailing services, and any event or ticket apps you plan to use. It’s also helpful to save important information offline, just in case.
Set up your connection with NewSIM before you go
Choose the US plan, apply the New York Countdown coupon code at checkout, and install your eSIM by scanning the QR code. That way, your data is ready as soon as you arrive in New York.
A Quick Introduction to NewSIM
If you’re new to NewSIM:
NewSIMis our global travel eSIM service for trips outside Canada.
It’s designed for people who want a simple, affordable way to stay online when they travel, whether that’s a short visit to the US or a longer journey through multiple countries.
With NewSIM, you can:
- Choose country or regional plans for destinations like the US, Europe, Asia and more
- Use high-speed data for maps, social media, video calls and everyday apps while you’re abroad
- Install your eSIM by scanning a QR code—no shipping or physical SIM card needed
If you’d like to learn more about NewSIM, please check out “Meet NewSIM: Simple eSIM for Travelling from Canada”.
Check Your Coupon Code Below
To make the most of NewSIM’s New York Countdown promotion, don’t forget to use your coupon:
New York Countdown Promotion Coupon Code: NYCD26
Enter this code at checkout on NewSIM during the promotion period (December 15 – December 31) when you buy a US plan.
Have an amazing countdown in New York, and enjoy knowing your connection is already sorted!
Lorea Labaien