NEW YORK CITY, the city that never sleeps (part 1)
This city is known for many nicknames. Big Apple, City of Carrie Bradshaw or the city that never sleeps are just a few of its nicknames. Do you know more ways how to call New York City? Which one fits the most? Well, it depends on you. Everyone sees New York City in a different way. Somebody sees NYC like a big noisy city with traffic every hour of the day. Other one knows this city like the city of possibilities and new beginnings. What about you? What is your point of view of New York City?
New York City is the capital of New York State. We can find it on the east coast of the United States of America. It is one of the most populous cities in the USA. Metro full of people, everybody is in a hurry, all day all night noise makes this city one of the places of the list "must-see". This atmosphere is unforgettable. It is also part of the trio of fashion cities - Milan, Paris and New York City.
New York City is divided into 5 city parts. Brooklyn is the part of the city that is full of culture and arts. Not everybody likes this part but I did. It is almost like its own city in a metropolis. The most famous things of this part are Brooklyn Bridge if you cross it you come to Manhattan. Manhattan is known for many movies (include Sex and the City, yes I am a big fan). It is my favourite part of the City! There is everything, starting with skyscraper and boutiques to Central Park. The Bronx is a place for fans of the New York Yankees. To Staten Island, you have to go by Ferry and you pass by the famous lady - Statue of Liberty. And the last but not least is Queens with the biggest airport of the city - Kennedy.
New York City is divided into 5 city parts. Brooklyn is the part of the city that is full of culture and arts. Not everybody likes this part but I did. It is almost like its own city in a metropolis. The most famous things of this part are Brooklyn Bridge if you cross it you come to Manhattan. Manhattan is known for many movies (include Sex and the City, yes I am a big fan). It is my favourite part of the City! There is everything, starting with skyscraper and boutiques to Central Park. The Bronx is a place for fans of the New York Yankees. To Staten Island, you have to go by Ferry and you pass by the famous lady - Statue of Liberty. And the last but not least is Queens with the biggest airport of the city - Kennedy.
HOW TO GET TO NEW YORK CITY?
You can get cheap flight tickets but you have to watch the flight companies often. Sometimes they offer tickets in a sale. To New York flights almost every international company.
Don’t forget! You need to do a visa. If you are flying there just for a visit, you need an only electronic visa – ESTA. Complete a form and pay the US $14 per application.
To all my trips I take with me some travel guide. This time it was one from Marco Polo. I can recommend this one. There are many photos and good advice on what to do and of the course map.
You can get cheap flight tickets but you have to watch the flight companies often. Sometimes they offer tickets in a sale. To New York flights almost every international company.
Don’t forget! You need to do a visa. If you are flying there just for a visit, you need an only electronic visa – ESTA. Complete a form and pay the US $14 per application.
To all my trips I take with me some travel guide. This time it was one from Marco Polo. I can recommend this one. There are many photos and good advice on what to do and of the course map.
WHERE TO STAY IN NEW YORK CITY?
You can stay in a hotel. The best way to look for one is on Booking.com. If you are looking for something cheaper you should choose Airbnb. You can rent a room or even all place of somebody who lives there, it is a good way if you want to cook for yourself or have time just for you. I stayed by Airbnb already many times and I can recommend it! You have your own privacy.
You can stay in a hotel. The best way to look for one is on Booking.com. If you are looking for something cheaper you should choose Airbnb. You can rent a room or even all place of somebody who lives there, it is a good way if you want to cook for yourself or have time just for you. I stayed by Airbnb already many times and I can recommend it! You have your own privacy.
WHAT TO SEE IN NEW YORK CITY?
I can´t tell you all the things you can see there. Not because I don´t want it but because it is impossible!
I stayed in NYC for just 5 days and I didn't have time to see not even half of the things. So I tell you what I saw and what is also the must-see in NYC.
I can´t tell you all the things you can see there. Not because I don´t want it but because it is impossible!
I stayed in NYC for just 5 days and I didn't have time to see not even half of the things. So I tell you what I saw and what is also the must-see in NYC.
CENTRAL PARK
If you are looking for someplace where you can lay down on the grass and relax in this big hurry city, then Central Park is the right place for you.
It was built in 19th century by architect F. L. Olmsted. It is a big area with a lake. New Yorkers often runs around the lake or just take inline skates with them. You can also rent a boat and spend some time on the water. In winter you can ice skate there. They rent you even a bike, you can just ride around this big area. In summer nights there are concerts for free.
I like this place the most from NYC. It is one of the few calm places in The Big City.
If you are looking for someplace where you can lay down on the grass and relax in this big hurry city, then Central Park is the right place for you.
It was built in 19th century by architect F. L. Olmsted. It is a big area with a lake. New Yorkers often runs around the lake or just take inline skates with them. You can also rent a boat and spend some time on the water. In winter you can ice skate there. They rent you even a bike, you can just ride around this big area. In summer nights there are concerts for free.
I like this place the most from NYC. It is one of the few calm places in The Big City.
5TH AVENUE
This avenue is the most famous one. Is long street full of the most expensive shops.
To be honest with you I expected something more of this avenue. In all the movies they show it like something amazing and luxury but in reality, it is nothing more than another street in NYC.
This avenue is the most famous one. Is long street full of the most expensive shops.
To be honest with you I expected something more of this avenue. In all the movies they show it like something amazing and luxury but in reality, it is nothing more than another street in NYC.
TOP OF THE ROCK
Top of the Rock or Empire State Building? Both are observatories, but what makes them different? Almost nothing, even the price is similar. The only thing that makes Top of the Rock better is that you have a view with Empire State Building and also better view to Central Park. In my opinion, I visited the Top of the Rock and it is an unforgettable view!
You can buy tickets online or in the building. I recommend you to come here and buy-in with an advance on the place. Why? Because you have to choose the hour you go up and if you miss the time you miss the pass and have to buy a new one. What is the best time to go there? In the evening during the sunset is definitely the best timing. But you should book your ticket earlier because everybody wants to go there at that time. The good thing is that you can stay there how long you want.
There was a young couple taking their wedding pictures with a beautiful view of the city when I was there. I could stay in place forever!
Top of the Rock or Empire State Building? Both are observatories, but what makes them different? Almost nothing, even the price is similar. The only thing that makes Top of the Rock better is that you have a view with Empire State Building and also better view to Central Park. In my opinion, I visited the Top of the Rock and it is an unforgettable view!
You can buy tickets online or in the building. I recommend you to come here and buy-in with an advance on the place. Why? Because you have to choose the hour you go up and if you miss the time you miss the pass and have to buy a new one. What is the best time to go there? In the evening during the sunset is definitely the best timing. But you should book your ticket earlier because everybody wants to go there at that time. The good thing is that you can stay there how long you want.
There was a young couple taking their wedding pictures with a beautiful view of the city when I was there. I could stay in place forever!
To be continued...
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