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Exciting Vacation Add-ons – New York City

August 19th, 2009 | Author: admin

Exciting Vacation Add-ons – New York City

by Roy Witman

Cruising provides one of the best deals for the money when it comes to vacations. Most people already know that. What you might not realize is the value of adding a pre or postcruise getaway to your voyage. With packagedeal pricing your overall cost for tacking on an extended stay in the port city can be minimal. For example when departing from New York you’ll find all manner of sights to see and activities to partake in.

Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island

One of the most wellknown sights in all the world the Statue of Liberty was given to the United States by France in 1886 as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. Ruling over her own 12acre kingdom Liberty Island Lady Freedom serves as an icon to those who seek the American dream. Rangerguided tours of Liberty Island and Ellis Island are available throughout the day. For those who prefer to explore on their own the Ellis Island immigration museum is also open.

Fifth Avenue

When you think of luxury Fifth Avenue in New York City is one landmark that leaps to mind. With posh stores including worldfamous Saks FAO Schwarz toy store Bergdorf Goodman Harry Winston jewelers Tiffany Co. and The Trump World Tower you could easily spend several days wandering through the playground of the rich and famous. Amid the glitz and glamour you’ll also find Saint Patrick’s Cathedral the largest gothicstyle Catholic cathedral in the United States.

Broadway

No trip to New York City is complete without seeing a play on Broadway. From new productions including 110 in the Shade to bestloved classics such as Cats A Chorus Line Jersey Boys and more you’ll thrill at the experience as well as the talent found here.

Parks

Battery Park Central Park and others grace the landscape of New York. Take a walk bring a picnic and enjoy lunch or dinner under a shade tree as you step back and watch this bustling city go by. Watch out for the dogs! Central Park allows pets and you’ll frequently make new K9 buddies if you have food at hand.

Central Park continually has special events and music performances throughout the year. Orchestral concerts programs for children wall climbing and other interesting events are available to the public.

Sights

From the bright lights of downtown New York to the Four Seasons or The Rainbow Room restaurants this city moves! Madison Square Garden Radio City Music Hall Empire State Building The Metropolitan Museum of Art The Museum of Modern Art the list of worldrenowned sights goes on and on.

Before or after you take a cruise book a stay in New York City. You’ll find the additional time with friends and family relaxing and refreshing.