Top five things to see and do in New York City, USA
Top five things to see and do in New York City, USA
New York City is more than just the business capital of America, it is a key location for tourists from around the world to spend their vacation. Here is my top 5 on things to do and see in New York City:
Live at the fullest
New York City is the ultimate location to experience a little bit of everything and get your money’s worth while doing it. This city is truly alive around the clock with lovely eateries and you will have the opportunity to mix with talented people from all works of life
Wealth of opportunities
Whether you are a Business traveler, studying abroad or a tourist, you will find New York City very accommodating with reliable metro, reasonable housing, and a safe and quality lifestyle. Many people come to New York and become intrigue by the flourishing arts, culture and global establishments. Many international organizations establish their headquarters in New York City which provides them access to a solid global network. Furthermore, Artists have been flocking to New York as a key location for gaining recognition and developing alliances.
For event freaks
New York City has a great scene of restaurants, night clubs, lounges, cafes, and shops. This makes it the perfect location for vacation and enjoyment, you can always find out about up-to-date events on the local papers including the Village Voice, Timeout New York, the Onion, etc. There are so many scenes and whether you are the cosmopolitan socialite or just looking for a calm atmosphere, there are scenes to choose from. The places that I like to visit include: L’orange Bleue Restaurant & Bar, Candle Restaurant & Bar, Village Underground Entertainment Bar, Spike Hill Restaurant & Bar, and Destino Restaurant & Lounge. There are also fun beaches in the New York City area; I particularly enjoy the City Island beach in the Bronx which is most notable for exquisite restaurants. Additionally, virtually every international retail company has a retail site in New York City which allows you the convenience to shop from the brands you value. There are also series of boutiques, vintage shops, consignment shops and outdoor markets to shop from. Ultimately, you will enjoy the style and social atmosphere in New York City.
Center of the world
Whether you are local or tourist, it is the convenience of being in New York that somehow provides inspiration and access to the world. It is a very cultural sensitive place and most diverse with a large population that is bilingual. Furthermore, you can find easy ways to travel to nearby major metropolitan cities including Washington DC, Boston and Philadelphia, through well organized buses, trains and reliable car rentals services. Travelling information for New York City and surrounding cities is available at major commuter stations including: Penn-Station, Port Authority and Grand Central Station.
Times Square essentials
Times Square which is located on the west end of Manhattan is considered the heart of New York City! It comprises of major business companies, shops, restaurants, hotels, visitors tour guides and Broadway theaters. The fun never ends in this part of the city, key locations include: Madame Tussauds wax museum, Hard Rock Café, Planet Hollywood Restaurant, etc. For more details on Times Square attractions and New York sight seeing, one can easily take a tour with the tour buses located in Times Square, there are information booths around this part of the city for guidance. Furthermore, across town on the east side of the island of Manhattan is a more conservative location, particularly home to some of the wealthiest people in the world including the American designer Ralph Lauren. In this part of the city you can find world recognize museums including the Metropolitan Museum, The Guggenheim Museum and The Whitney Museum.
