New York, the word evokes images of a vibrant city, a city full of zeal and passion, a city where vivacity and never say die attitude are a way of life and a city which never sleeps. While all this is true, New York offers much more to tourists and visitors with sheer variety in terms of places of interests. The place is not like any other tourist destination on earth. Only here will you find all of America’s attributes – the diversity, the culture, the style, the zeal for life and survival instincts all blended together in an intriguing way that sometimes you may feel lost and at other times, wanting to come back to this place again and again.

How to Reach
Reaching New York is not a problem from any part of the world due to the fact that it is one of the most important business centres of the USA. Every day hundreds of flights from all nations connect to this city with other important destinations of the world. All international visitors are required to have valid Visa and Passport and it is advisable to be courteous and cooperative with immigration officers. For local transport, plenty of options such as shuttle service, metros and private taxis at reasonable rates are available in plenty.

Where to Stay
New York City has hundreds of accommodation to fit any budget and taste, including lavishly decorated star hotels, to chain of hotels, boutique properties, family suites, Bed and Breakfast, luxury penthouses, hostels, and furnished apartments. There are significant difference in rates across seasons and a the place is teeming with visitors and business travelers, it is always advisable to do advance booking especially in seasons.

What to do
If you’re a first-time visitor, come see for yourself the Empire State and Chrysler buildings, the Statue of Liberty, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, the Bronx Zoo, Staten Island Ferry, Brooklyn Bridge and all other other world-famous attractions. If you’ve been here before, there’s always another neighborhood to explore, another restaurant to try, another Broadway show and museum blockbuster to see, another don’t-miss cultural performance or sporting event. The place is abuzz with orchestras, shows, events and art galleries which can be explored each time you make a visit to this beautiful place. There are a number of museums and treasure houses which take you back to a few centuries in all its glory and beauty.

Shopping
A treasure trove for any budget, New York is not the place for spendthrifts. Anything and everything under the sun is available at reasonable rate and it is difficult to hold your urge to not to spend. All sorts of vintage jewelry and clothing set amidst fine antiques, sells books, coins, ethnic Americana, glass, pottery, prints, silver, and watches are available in plenty. For those interested in luxury, there is Asprey, founded in 1781 in London, which features selections in fine and precious jewelry, watches, cuff links, leather goods, accessories, silver, china, crystal, men’s and ladies ready to wear, shoes and perfume. There are also a number of flea markets displaying enticingly the traditional crafts, seasonal fresh farm produce, antiques, vintage clothing, jewelry, collectibles, specialty foods, and events.

Nightlife
There is perhaps no other place like New York for sheer variety of nightlife options which it can offer. From all night entertainments with live concerts and performances to hundreds of pubs, nightclubs, cafes, bars and other places, New York is a paradise for night owls who want to have great fun in the city. The place offers some of the best cuisine of all nationalities and is a delight for foodies and those interested in better things in life.