South Street Seaport A wonderful premier attraction in NY Little Italy Fine Italian cuisine in this world famous neighborhood Chinatown Close to 300 restaurants. Authentic Chinese cuisine Central Park Visit the official website of this world famous park Bryant Park Park covers a 4 block area 40-42nd & 5th and 6th New York's Upper East Side Restaurants and ethnic shops SoHo and TriBeCa Many Fine Galleries shops and Cafes Greenwich Village Good website for tourism and entertainment East Village Find major sites to see in this wonderful NY district Gramercy and the Flatiron District Beautiful townhouses Fire Island Pristine sand dune beaches and dazzling nightlife Hamptons An unbelievable resort community with much to do Long Island A great website of what Long Island offers Northfork Vineyards lodging events and attractions. Its all here!
Best Shopping in New York City
5th avenue is loaded with the world's chicest and most expensive stores. Listed below are the most famous.
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Best New York Attractions
TAKE A CHAUFFEURED TOUR OF NY IN STYLE
Chauffeured Tour of NYC in a Classic Convertible See New York City the way it was meant to be seen. In a luxurious full size classic Chevrolet Caprice Convertible. Tour can accommodate up to 4 passengers. Rates are $75 per person for 2 Hours for up to 4 people. Your chauffeured journey will start in the West Village then to Soho, Tribeca, South Street Seaport and across the Brooklyn Bridge for an excellent view of the Manhattan Skyline. Then back across the Manhattan Bridge to China Town and Little Italy. Reservations are required. Please call 212-209-3370 for morfe information
Fly over New York City in a state-of-the-art fully air conditioned helicopter! All six seats are forward facing for the best views of this remarkable city. This tour features the best aerial views of the USS Intrepid, Chrysler Building, Empire State Building, Hudson River and all 843 acres of Central Park. This is a tour you will never forget. Only $62 per person
BEST SPAS IN NEW YORK
Juvenex Spa 25 W32nd st between 5th and broadway (646-733-1330) NEW YORK A woman's spa by day but a 24 hour couple spa by night! (Couples after 9:30) Come relax anytime of night and take a dip in a sake and ginseng infused bath. They offer an hour long therapeutic massage for $95 or a seaweed facial for $105. It costs just $65 for the use of the facilities and sauna. NEW Men are welcome on Mondays. Click link above for more details.
Ajune Spa 1294 Third Ave at 74th st (212-628-0044) NEW YORK Take your sweetheart to this very romantic Spa in Manhattan and be treated to 30 minutes in a hydrotherapy tub and a one hour ginger massage. Finish this relaxing time together with a Champagne elixir for two. Please call Ajune at 212-628-0044 and ask them about their current specials.
Aqua Beauty Bar 7 E 14 st between 5th Ave and Union Sq West (212-620-4329) NEW YORK An immaculate white-walled spa which offers a one hour hot stone massage, an ultra facial and a manicure for $325. A great gift idea for your loved one and an even better way to say "Your sorry" (If your in the doghouse that is). See all of their Spa packages
Take a dinner cruise on The Spirit of New York. Treat your loved one to Dinner and dancing in the beautiful New York Harbor. They have a great musical revue for your entertainment as well.
ADIRONDACKS.COM This is the absolute best website we have ever seen to find many the many wonderful things to do and see in the Upstate region of New York. While showcasing hundreds of exciting attractions, it gives you literally thousands of links to the many beautiful areas worth exploring in New York. This website has won awards and really is the only resource you will ever need to plan a trip anywhere in Upstate New York.
WONDERFUL WINTER ADVENTURE WEEKEND GETAWAYS IN UPSTATE NEW YORK
Hohmeyer's Lake Clear Lodge Imagine his face when you tell him that you are taking him on a weekend getaway in upstate New York. Packages for two Include.... two nights lodging, breakfast 2 mornings and dinner one evening. How about sleeping in a romantic heated shanty? Hohmeyer's Lake Clear Lodge in Lake Clear New York is about a 4 and a half hour drive from NY City. Getaway from it all and go upstate this year and experience some fabulous trips that you will both always remember!
Other fantastic getaways that Hohmeyer's Lake Clear lodge offers
All of these getaways below include 2 nights lodgingbreakfast and dinner Snowmobile Getaway - from 179pp Snowshoeing or cross country skiing - from $159pp Downhill Skiing - from $159pp Snow Tubing - from $149pp Sleigh Rides - from $189pp Winter Horseback Riding - from $159 pp
SARANAC LAKE WINTER CARNIVAL "Mardi Gras in the Mountains" - February 6 to 15th in 2009 and from February 5 to 14th in 2010. It's called the "Oldest Winter Carnival in the Eastern U.S." Ice Palace, parade, fireworks, concerts, sporting events and lots more. For Complete schedule and info click on the link above or call 800-347-1992.
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF MANHATTAN Check out unique exhibits on 5 different floors. Great place for the whole family to spend the day. Kids will absolutely love it.
This tour is a fun and enjoyable way to learn about this great village in New York. You will learn about Village history, culture, architecture, entertainment offerings, and of course, the local flavors.
What you get on this tour Each person is given the Foods of New York neighborhood guide. This guide gives you all the pertinent information you need to return with confidence and have the ultimate Greenwich Village experience off the beaten path.
A wonderful 3 hour tour as you stroll around The old Italian neighborhood and learn about New York mom and pop food shops, local cozy, quaint restaurants, a speakeasy from the roaring 20's, the oldest wooden house and the narrowest house in the village, architecture, hidden gardens, the oldest chocolate shop in the Village, jazz, blues, and poetry venues, history and culture dating back 170 years, and life as a Greenwich Village resident and much, much more.
Now for the best part This tour offers food tastings from 7 unique Greenwich Village shops and eateries. There is enough food that you will not have to go out for lunch once the tour is complete.
Taste Classic Food Specialties From these fine establishments An old world style brick oven bread shop (Est. 1924) The most unique cheese shop in New York City (Est. 1940) An authentic Italian specialty food shop (Est. 1900) The oldest chocolate shop in the Village (Est.1923) A REAL New York style pizzeria (Est. 1974) A Middle Eastern / Turkish eatery (Est. 1978) A Southern Italian pastry shop (Est. 1972)
This tour is offered Tues.-Sun. year round. Prices are $36.50 Per person. Click Here for more info and to find tour dates and times. Or you can call 212-209-3370 for reservations
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TAKE A VISIT TO NEW YORKS FINEST FOOD MARKETS
Zabar's 2245 Broadway, NYC, 212-787-2000 Has the greatest variety of Delicacies in the world. Over 30 different kinds of salami and 42 mustards. This is a must visit if you are into eating. Zabar's is open everyday
Balducci's 155 A West 66th Street, NYC, 212- 653-8320 Balducci's is one of the largest and highly regarded specialty food companies in the world. You will find an abundance of Fresh produce, pasta and awesome homade dishes
Dean & Deluca 560 Broadway, NYC, 212-431-1691 Another Deli with an incredible variety. Prepared Italian foods. And edible ferns when in season.
Yonah Schimmel's Knishery 137 E. Houston st., NYC, 212-477-2858 Featuring the best Jewish treats around. The worlds finest Knishes
Visit the World Famous BB King Blues Club & Grill and Lucille Cafe See famous live blues Acts Enjoy The Sunday Gospel All you can eat Brunch With The World Famous "HARLEM GOSPEL CHOIR"
Buy fresh warm bread right out of the oven all night long at the Sullivan Street Bakery (73 Sullivan between Broome and Spring) When you come out of the bar at 4 AM just ring the bell at the side door!
Check out poetry reciting's all night long at theBowery Poetry Club (308 Bowery between Bleeker and Houstin) Shows usually last till 4 AM