New York City is quite simply the
world’s most exciting, cosmopolitan
and enthralling city. It weaves its
magical spell on even the most
hardened traveller when you catch
that first jaw-dropping glimpse of
the glittering Manhattan skyline as
you cross the Hudson River. It’s hard
to believe, but there’s so much more
– venture on beyond the city to the
relatively understated and definitely
underrated New York State where
picturesque wineries, lakes, rivers,
islands and Niagara Falls beckon.
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BEYOND NEW YORK CITY
Add on a stay beyond the city, or avoid the city
lights and head straight for a fascinating fly drive
holiday. The Hudson Valley is just 30 minutes from
Manhattan, with open countryside flanking the
Hudson River. Drive through the Catskill Mountains
for some stunning scenery and sample some of the
region’s wines. The Finger Lakes (there are 11 of them)
are captivatingly beautiful, and are home to some
fine wineries, antique stores and boutique shops.
You can even enjoy an up-close view of Niagara Falls
without having to cross the border into Canada.
ISLAND LIFE
Stretching out from Manhattan along the Atlantic
coast is Long Island, home not least to JFK Airport
itself. The Hamptons, especially, are the manicured
playground of many of America’s rich and famous.
The coastal towns that make up the Hamptons are
elegant and sophisticated with golf courses, beaches,
vineyards, sprawling estates and impressive mansions.
THE BIG APPLE
New York City boasts over 150 museums, 500
art galleries, 41 theatres on Broadway alone and
nearly 20,000 restaurants from fine dining to
eclectic neighbourhood diners. Upper Manhattan
is the cultural heart of the city, home to Carnegie
Hall and Metropolitan Opera House, whilst
Midtown is all about Broadway and Central Park,
the Empire State Building and Radio City Music
Hall. Head to Fifth Avenue for the designer
boutiques and big-name department stores; Wall
Street heads up the appeal of Lower Manhattan as
well as historic Battery Park and trendy SoHo.
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
Make the most of your stay by choosing a hotel
in the right place to suit your tastes and interests.
North America Travel Service has selected a
matchless choice of quality hotels with locations
that include Central Park, Times Square, Battery Park
as well as Fifth, Park and Madison Avenues. Styles
range from grand sophistication to chic boutique.
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