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New York! New York! - A Truely Global Holiday Destination

Book yourself a New York apartment, the Big Apple has a lot more to offer than you think, from food & drink to arts to shopping


New York has always been a popular city destination since holiday makers start travelling around the world. Millions of travellers from all around the globe are fascinated by what this city has to offer. Ask anybody? Everyone will have a different memory or perception of what they think or know New York is like. Most commonly known and used to describe New York are phrases like “the city that never sleeps” and “The Big Apple”. New York is also a very urban, diverse city with an endless mixture of cultures and personalities.

New York is thriving with things to see and do in areas all over the city. Not to mention New York is also home to some of the most famous landmarks in the world, including the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State building, the vast Central Park, just to name a few. The tourist scene in New York is unlike any other city because of its total uniqueness and independence.

As well as famous landmarks and hotspots there are also other cultural aspects of New York that have made it a world class city and holiday destination. The MET (Metropolitan Museum of Art) is a prime location for art lovers and visitors alike to enjoy one of the finest art collections in the world. As well as The Museum of Natural History (as appeared in the movie “Night At The Museum”) and The "New" Museum, another mega attraction of the city is “Broadway” the home to the thriving theatre scene, where you can catch world class shows like Wicked, Les Miserable, Lion King and many, many more. Tourists flock to “The Big Apple” not only for the well known, established attractions, but also for the different and quirky corners of the city as well.



It goes without saying that New York is the perfect place to indulge into some serious shopping. No matter what your style there is something for everyone. Whether you want to treat yourself to luxury designer brands, browse the floors of the famous department stores, or even pick up a signature T-shirt from one of the independent boutiques, you will most definitely succeed because the city has everything to offer. One of the most fashionable areas of late is Greenwich Village which is surrounded by independent shops ranging from food stores to arts & crafts, (the hardest part will be deciding where to start). The area is also home to the block of New York apartments as appeared in the popular television series "Friends".

Whether you are food lovers or not, it is difficult to resist the world of cuisines New York has on its menu, from cheap local eats to Michelin starred restaurants. As well as the fantastic gastronomy, New York isn't known as the “city that never sleeps” for nothing. Many of the bars and clubs go on to the early hours and whether you like cocktails or wine, jazz or hip hop there will always be your favourites to experience or even introduce yourself into new adventures.

One of the best ways to truely experience the city is by living like the locals and staying at a self catering apartment in New York. Staying at New York apartments allows you to the flexibility to enjoy your vacation at your own pace. There is never a best time as such to visit New York because whenever you go, you will never be disappointed! So if you are ready to be overwhelmed with endless things to do and see or are looking for an adventure, then without a doubt, New York is the place for you.

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