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New York Overview

If there is one city in the world that could be described as the pinnacle of achievement, showcasing the highs and lows of one of the greatest nations on Earth while at the same time epitomizing the American way of life, it is perhaps New York City. The largest city in the United States, and probably the most well-known city in the entire world, it is more commonly known as “The Big Apple”, and is so large that it has to be broken down into five distinct boroughs, which themselves are counties, and large enough to be cities in their own right. We are all familiar with their names from variread moreous movies, media, and popular culture: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island.

New York City is an international city as well as being the largest in the United States. Nearly everything that has to do with anything happens in New York City: film, fashion, music, politics, international finance, international corporation headquarters, the Mafia, and much, much more. One of the only cities in the U.S. to feature mass transit public transportation, New York City has long been a cultural headquarters for people from all over the world due to the various waves of immigrants who came here over the years, and the city is probably the ultimate melting pot in terms of diversity.

New York City has to be experienced at least once in your life, regardless if you are a fan of cities or not. There’s nothing like it anywhere else on the planet, and you will constantly find yourself in a state of amazement. The pizza, the skyline of massive skyscrapers towering above you, the chaotic jumble of taxies and people lining the sidewalks in a wall of tangled limbs, Broadway plays, the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, Times Square, the Guggenheim, a baseball game at Yankee Stadium… the sky’s the limit when in New York City.... the city that never sleeps!

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This hotel is in a great location. It is a shame that the owners don't put more money into this place because it would be a cash cow. It ne…

The Pod Hotel
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This is the first time I've stayed in a boutique hotel and just loved it. The staff was great, it was very clean. The rooms are tiny but w…

Hudson Hotel
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I have stayed in this hotel a couple of years ago but I still remember it. This hotel is in great location can walk to Macys from here. Mode…

I was so thrilled when the Waldorf gave me such a great rate of $250/night. Walking through its grand lobby brought me back to the grand er…

Top of the Rock
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Top of the Rock is a must see while in NYC. The amazing view panoramic view will leave you breathless. Its a great way to experience the cit…

This building needs no introduction whats so ever! It's too famous. It was at one point the world's tallest building. It has featured in fil…

High Line Park
7 reviews

The High Line is the only park built on an archaic elevated rail line. It's located above the streets on the west side of Manhattan. It's ro…

Another site in New York City which doesn't need any sort of introduction. Since being placed here in the 1880's (a present from France), sh…

Doughnut Plant
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New York City locals smile when asked about the Doughnut Plant. A Lower East Side institution, the Doughnut Plant began in 1994 in the base…

Junior's
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Junior's on Broadway is the Times Square/Theatre District branch of the famous Junior's in Brooklyn. Susan and I stopped here for dinner…

I was told that when I go to New York, I must try Katz Deli, an institution in its own right. Started in 1888, it has survived several reces…

Located in the Financial District of Manhattan, The Porterhouse Brewing Company at Fraunces Tavern is a tavern and restaurant to stop at to …

OK guys, you gotta trust me on this one. This may be the highlight of your entire trip to NYC. If you need to go the restroom and even i…

Cheap New York Know How: 1.) Subway pass... get an all day pass and Utilize it... the subway looks intimidating but is actually pretty ea…

Hi Guys, For all of you, you like cheap things and find very good deals. My friend who lives in NYC, talk to me about this outlet. And now…

Williamsburg is a city filled with young, single entrepreneurs and artist! Most of the people who live here are recent college grads and you…

Ulysses is a terrific lunch and after work Irish Pub spot,located in the Financial District or Wall Street area of New York City. Ulysses of…

675 Bar
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I had my birthday celebration here on a random tuesday night so that my change my perception of how good this place was. Even though it was …

Iguana
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Located very close to the heart of tourist attraction Times Square...Iguanas is an amazing combination of nightlife entertainment. First le…

CBGB's
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It's unfortunate that we lost this legendary venue. I have a lot of fond memories(and lack there of) of this place. I hear the CBGB in Vegas…

I spent 5 nights at this hostel in December 2011/January 2012 , its a great location as walking distance to central park and the subway is a…

If you are a single traveller or want to meet some people, this hostel is for you. I wanted to stay here for 6 nights as their review was re…

Fun, cheap, clean and the best possible location......close to all the tourist attractions without being right in the middle of them(and the…

I travel to NYC alone and stayed in Jazz on Lenox in Harlem. Its in a one of the most know places in America for all the good and bad reaso…

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