| Ah, New York City. The hustle and honking horns; | | | | and welcomes both tourists and immigrants to the |
| crowded streets and the smell of hot dogs on every | | | | United States. Access to the Statue's crown and torch |
| street corner. But the instant the sun goes down and | | | | is strictly prohibited, but there are two guided tours of |
| the lights go up, there's magic in the streets. | | | | Liberty Island; the first is primarily informational, and the |
| Times Square, once known for its fast lane lifestyle | | | | second includes a birds-eye view from the 10-story |
| and adult entertainment, has recently changed gears. | | | | observatory, and yes, you have to climb the flights of |
| New city ordinances and legislation has turned the | | | | stairs to get there. But once you are there, you won't |
| area's seedy demeanor into a more family destination | | | | ever forget the emotion and magnificence of her |
| spot. Family familiar franchises are popping up, along | | | | gracefulness. |
| with national brand stores and restaurants that | | | | The only way to Liberty Island is by ferry, however the |
| promote tourism for families. The adult entertainment | | | | ferry ride over in an experience within itself. On the |
| industry is still thriving but the focus has shifted, and | | | | way back to the mainland, the ferry stops at Ellis Island, |
| tourists, young and old can see what they came to | | | | where you can see history face-to-face. The Ellis |
| New York to see! | | | | Island Immigration Museum is an amazing collection of |
| Then there's Broadway; your friends may not be so | | | | personal stories, enhanced with artifacts, and |
| quick to recognize photos of Broadway as quickly as | | | | photographs. This journey back in time will provide you |
| Times Square, but if you come to New York, | | | | with an overview of what awaited most of the |
| Broadway is an experience you won't want to miss. | | | | immigrants who arrived at America's shore. If you |
| You don't even have to be an avid theater fan to | | | | have immigrant ancestors, you may be interested in |
| appreciate a Broadway show; this is a part of the | | | | researching your family history, and access records |
| New York experience that you will remember forever. | | | | that may help you discover more about your roots. |
| Tickets to Broadway shows have always been hard | | | | Including a trip to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island in |
| to come by, especially the popular shows. But if you | | | | your visit to New York is definitely a must. Not only will |
| aren't too picky and just want to see a show just for | | | | you get to take in one of the most breathtaking |
| the experience of it, you can find tickets anywhere on | | | | monuments, but also you'll have a greater |
| the street. | | | | understanding of those who came seeking a new life |
| Once you've seen the city, both during the day and | | | | in America. |
| then at night, you'll want to get out of the city and take | | | | It is impossible to take in all of the glamour and wonder |
| in the sites. The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are | | | | of New York in just one visit. If this is your first visit to |
| two destinations that you absolutely cannot miss. | | | | the "Big Apple", Times Square, the nearby Broadway, |
| The proud and majestic Statue of Liberty is | | | | The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are parts of New |
| recognized world wide as a symbol of liberty and | | | | York's past and present that should be included in your |
| freedom. She stands on Liberty Island in New York | | | | New York itinerary. |