Hi Julie,
There are currently 18 of you booked on this trip - 14 on the main tour only and 4 staying in New York for a few extra days.
Surprisingly a Tour Manager has provisionally been allocated to this trip (we don't usually allocate this far in advance) and is listed as Eileen Williams. It looks like she will be meeting you in the States but there will be an Airport Representative to see you through check in at the UK airport.
When travelling to North America, I tend to budget for meals as if I was in the UK, there are eateries that suit every budget. On top of that you'll need to think about any souvenirs and any optional excursions that you are looking to book whilst away. Most major credit cards are widely accepted in North America and we would recommend that you inform your bank of your travel plans to avoid any problems when paying for items or withdrawing cash from ATMs.
Kindest regards,
Julia