Holidays in New York

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New York Holidays 2013/2014

New York holidays are an education in diversity. There’s the posh glamour of the Upper East Side and the bohemian chic of the West Village; Chinatown, Little Italy and Spanish Harlem; Uptown, Midtown and Downtown; SoHo, NoHo, TriBeCa, NoLIta and DUMBO; and so much more. Everywhere you turn there are different sights, sounds and smells that are unique to each neighbourhood.

Eats & drinks on your New York City Break

One of the best parts of a holiday to New York is exploring the city’s many culinary offerings. If you love food, you’ll love New York. There are thousands of restaurants, street vendors, cafes, bakeries, diners and dive joints representing every type of cooking and ethnic cuisine you can think of. Need a little direction? 21 Club is a New York institution, as is Diner, a converted dining car with a strong local following. Chat ‘n’ Chew, located just off Union Square, is a down-home eatery featuring delicious macaroni and cheese and the gigantic Holy Cow burger. Try Magnolia Bakery on Bleecker Street for some of the best cupcakes you’ll ever taste, or head out to one of the city’s ethnic neighbourhoods for authentic Italian, Chinese, Indian, Caribbean, French and more. In addition, don’t forget to sample some of New York’s traditional favourites like bagels, hot dogs and pizza - leave room for cheesecake, too!

Fun & Games

If you’ve ever wondered what “spoilt for choice” really means, spend a few days in New York and you’ll understand. When it comes to things to do, the city is jam packed with something for everyone. From museums and galleries to theatre and live music, great restaurants and clubs to world-class street food, stately historic landmarks to stunning modern architecture...there’s no doubt that a New York city break will keep you busy!
Check out the most famous sites, like the Empire State Building, Ground Zero and the 9/11 Memorial, the Statue of Liberty and Times Square, just to name a few. Obviously, you’ll want to leave plenty of time for some serious shopping at one (or more!) of New York’s famed retail landmarks: Fifth Avenue, Madison Avenue, Canal Street, Bleecker Street, Herald Square, the Historic Orchard Street Shopping District, Union Square and the Diamond District. Catch a Broadway show or spend an afternoon browsing the collections at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Make plans if you must, but be prepared to let the City take you where it will.

Getting Around

The fastest and most convenient way to get around whilst on holiday in New York is by subway. You’ll find a station around - under? - every corner, and the city’s grid layout makes navigating the subway system quite straightforward. You can also take a taxi for short trips if you know exactly where you want to go, but to get a real feel for the city, nothing beats walking!

Getting There

There are 4 Virgin Atlantic flights per day to JFK, and 2 flights a day to Newark.

Transfers

We offer convenient, reliable return airport transfers for just £32 per person.

Postcards from... Top ideas from our travel experts

• Gimme 5: New York City Neighbourhoods

Our Top 5 hotels

The Hudson

Designer Philippe Starck's surreally inspired creation, with its neon-lit escalator leading to a 40ft-high ivy-covered lobby, is one of the liveliest and coolest places in town - and the location is great.

Westin New York at Times Square

The Westin New York at Times Square is an exhilarating achievement of art and architecture. Connected to the hotel is a 200,000sq ft multiplex, housing 13 cinema screens. As you would expect from the Big Apple's latest gem, all rooms are beautifully furnished with an excellent range of amenities. Not forgetting the luxurious Westin Heavenly bed® and heavenly it certainly is!...

Comfort Inn Manhattan

This hotel is located in Midtown Manhattan with the Empire State Building close by. If shopping is more your cup of tea, Macy's is just a short walk away. Lunch might see you at Anesis Café, which offers great snacks and head-spinningly strong Manhattan-style coffees. Rooms are well equipped and the Comfort Inn's award-winning service is welcoming after a day in the Big Apple.

Roosevelt Hotel

This huge 1924 Madison Avenue landmark is handy for all the Midtown attractions. Fuel yourself for taking them on with the excellent breakfast buffet in Teddy's Table. The friendly doormen are particularly helpful, full of local tips!

Crowne Plaza Times Square

The Crowne Plaza Times Square is one of the places to stay in New York with cutting-edge design very much the order of the day! Every guest room is spacious and well-equipped with breathtaking views of Times Square, the Manhattan skyline or the Hudson River, making you eager to return to it after a busy day sightseeing.