| New York is an exciting vibrant city; it's the epicentre | | | | Ellis Island but be aware that security to the statue has |
| of fashion, food, culture and art. | | | | been extremely strict since the September 11th |
| It's a sprawling multicultural metropolis that cannot be | | | | attacks, with access beyond the pedestal of the |
| fully appreciated in a single trip. Visitors to the city are | | | | statue has been restricted indefinitely. |
| often enthralled and enchanted by the diversity and | | | | Brooklyn Bridge connects the island of Manhattan to |
| the excitement that the city offers with many being | | | | Brooklyn. Its twin Gothic towers add to the |
| drawn back year after year. | | | | architectural diversity of the New York cityscape. |
| New York is approximately a seven hour flight away | | | | Crossing the bridge on foot provides a unique |
| from the UK and flights to New York are fortunately | | | | perspective of Manhattans stunning skyline. |
| available pretty much all year round. However, prices | | | | Times Square is the host of possibly the most famous |
| do tend to rise during the summer months, so it's | | | | New Years Eve countdown in the world. It's also the |
| advisable to book well in advance to take advantage | | | | place to go for shopping and entertainment. From fine |
| of the cheap flights available. | | | | dining to Broadway theatre shows, Times Square has |
| New York has so many instantly recognisable | | | | it all. |
| attractions. Here are just a few of the sites that you | | | | Central Park provides the perfect escape from the |
| will find difficult to miss while in New York... | | | | mayhem of Manhattan. Home to 26,000 trees, this 843 |
| The Statue of Liberty is New York's historic symbol of | | | | acre park offers a welcome respite away from the |
| freedom and democracy. Ferry tours are available to | | | | noise of the city. |