New York in general

Advantages: Lots to do
Disadvantages: Not enough time!

...famous city in the world, New York is a popular tourist destination for those visiting the United States, and is just an eight hour flight from London. Comprised of Manhattan, along with the four outer boroughs of Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island and the Bronx, it's almost impossible to take everything in on a single visit, and a return trip will be essential. I recently spent six days in the city, and although we didn't venture outside Manhattan ...
...GETTING THERE New York is served by three airports; JFK and Newark for international flights, and La Guardia for domestic travel. We flew from London Heathrow to JFK with American Airlines, and despite hearing stories of imposing immigration officials and long queues at customs, we were actually outside within twenty minutes of leaving the plane. Whether this is a typical experience, I cannot say, but it was certainly a pleasant surprise. Assuming ... Read review

Advantages: it lived up to all my expectations
Disadvantages: so much to do but so little time

...least once in your life. New York is the kind of city that needs to be visited at least twice! If anyone asked me prior to my visit to New York in May if you could visit one place in the world where would it be? Without hesitation I'd answer New York. If you asked me that question now the answer would still be New York When most people think of New York they think of one of the five boroughs - Manhattan. New York City is actually made of Manhattan,Brooklyn, ...
...my 3 night stop in New York. ~Getting there~ New York is served by 3 airports. JFK in Queens, Newark in New Jersey and La Guardia in Queens which is for domestic flights. Most major airlines fly to New York from the UK, taking on average 8 hours to get there. average prices seem to be around the £250 mark - but do shop around as bargains can still be had. The lesser know airlines are a better bet if you want a cheap and cheerful priced flight. ... Read review

Advantages: see op
Disadvantages: see op

When I first entered New York, I carried a weird suitcase, I mean, travel bag, well, really a kind of a shopping bag on wheels which I didn’t exactly carry, but dragged behind me. It made a terrible noise. I was wearing a chequered red and blue coat and a blue shawl covered with green exotic flowers. Afro-American men (or maybe completely African) were playing drums in underground corridors. People hurried somewhere paying no or little attention ...
...felt throughout my stay in New York, even after leaving my belongings at a friend’s house. I’ve always wanted to see the world, but my stories about different countries are always a mixture of what I really did there and what I should have done. What I really did is baby-sit in the district of North Bronx, in a small quarter full of synagogues, nice houses, secondary schools and lorries and vans of ice-cream sellers. When I told the friend who ... Read review

Advantages: Beautiful buildings, lots to do, cheap
Disadvantages: Lots of walking to be done, very busy, tipping

...I always wanted to visit New York, it looked glamorous, exciting, on the down side, following September 11th, it had an added touch, a touch which took away what New York once was all about. However, i still wanted to visit New York, and last September i managed to visit the great city which stood tall and proud. We didn't specifically plan to visit New York during their first anniversary, its just how the trip was arranged. We only booked the trip ...
...Heathrow, to Newark airport in New Jersey took just over 7 hours. Of course, we are 5 hours ahead of New Yorkers, so be prepared for some jet-lag! From Newark airport to Manhatten Island itself took approx 15 minutes by bus. There is a bus station directly outside of the airport which is easy to find. It cost around £6 each to travel from the airport to Manhatten itself. There are other airports to choose from, which you will be advised of when booking. ... Read review

Advantages: All you can think of
Disadvantages: May be a bit overwhelming

New York. Everyone knows about it, everyone has their own opinion of it, but here's mine: I've been to New York about 8 times now, and I'm due to be going again for a long weekend in 2 weeks time as a sort of post-21st birthday celebration. I think New York is definitely a city to be enjoyed either on your own or with a close friend - someone with whom you share interests. Because it's so big, if you're not wanting to do the same things, you will ...
...don't want to. New York is a lot like London in its range of cultures, shops, restaurants etc. I guess I'm a bit biased at this point because I live in London so I've got used to it, but I think the thing that sets New York apart from London is that it has a more metropolis-like feeling to it, and it oozes style in abundance. London seems to have a more anti-style than conventional style - we have Camden Town, they have Greenwich Village and SoHo. ... Read review