New York

‘I want to be a part of it – New York, New York’ sang Frank Sinatra of America’s most famous city. And why wouldn’t you want to be a part of it? New York is the ultimate city destination. Shops blend into infamous landmarks, which, in turn, blend into the best-known park in the world. New York has something for everyone.

The city is especially popular with Brits in the build up to Christmas. The idea of walking along Broadway with snow falling all around proves irresistible to many. This coupled with one of the largest shopping districts in the world are the reasons for New York’s popularity. To get the best deals on flights and accommodation it is vital to book early! The later you leave it, the more you will pay. 

Infamous Landmarks

New York is home to some of the most recognisable landmarks in the whole world. The Statue of Liberty is one of the most popular of these landmarks and is a must see. You have the option to look Liberty in the eye by trying a Liberty helicopter tour, these tours last around 10 minutes and are cheaper than you might imagine. You also have the option of taking the Staten Island Ferry, which passes alongside Liberty on the way to Staten Island.

The Empire State Building is another must see landmark. For only a few dollars you can take a lift up the 86 floors to the observation deck. Here you will enjoy the New York skyline, one of the most impressive views in the world.

A shoppers paradise

If you love to shop till you drop then New York will be the place for you. As well as the boutique shops frequented by the rich and famous, New York has a huge range of giant, flagship stores. The largest of these is Macy’s. Situated a stones throw from the Empire State Building, Macy’s is the worlds second largest department store. It occupies a whole block and is 8 floors tall!

Once in a lifetime experience

You can add to your New York experience by pre-booking a number of activities to ensure you have the experience of a lifetime. Why not try a live baseball game at Yankee Stadium, home of the Yankees. Or we can pre-book you tickets to a NBA basketball game in Madison Square Gardens home to the New York Knicks.

Roll along the streets of New York in your private limousine to Manhattan’s ultimate dining cruise and enjoy the finest cuisine with a panoramic view over the magnificent skyline. The World Yacht Cruise will be a romantic evening you’ll never forget.

A Hollywood set

On your first visit to New York you could be forgiven for thinking that you are walking onto the set of the next Hollywood blockbuster. The streets of New York and Central Park have featured in a huge range of films and TV programmes and you can even take, Sex in the City, Friends and various other movie tours!

For more information on New York packages, click here or call your local Bailey’s Travel office.