Jim Penfold

"One of the two largest transit hubs in the Tri-state area (Grand Central is the other). Amtrak, NJ Transit, LIRR, MTA A, C, E, 1, 2, 3. Is an extremely busy place, slow down and follow the signs."

"Connect here with JFK Airtrain and MTA E/J/Z subways. Go downstairs and catch busses to Queens, The Bronx and Western Nassau County."

"Valet parking, huge open lobby with escalators and elevators, pleasant staff to greet you and get your stay off on a positive note. Large rooms with comfortable beds, LCD TVs and even a mini fridge."

"TSA lines aren't as horrible as you think; it moves along fairly quickly. When you get to the departures level you will find plenty of dining options, but seating can be difficult if not impossible."

"Over three decades of neglect and mismanagement from the Port Authority turned this once airport of the future into the ungainly mess it is."

"After spending about an hour or so on the TSA line, get all your steps in walking to your gate. You can double that later when you board your plane through the most indirect jet bridge ever devised."