I don't see where there is even a doubt. New York City is THE destination to see/live in once in your lifetime.
It is the world's cultural center. Its citizens are no ruder than any others; in fact, most of them are quite helpful.
Why would you want to live in a place where you NEED a car for most every day things? Why live in a place under constant fear of your building coming down on top of you in an earthquake?
