
New York City
Whether you’re a first-timer or a serial visitor, New York City never fails to delight and surprise. It’s the City That Never Sleeps, the Big Apple, Gotham (before Batman), a fizzing ball of energy that captivates everyone who strolls its streets.
The city is a wanderer’s dream – you’ll get neck ache peering up at the cloud-baiting skyscrapers that seem to go on forever, with many of them icons themselves – the Rockefeller Center, the Chrysler Building and, of course, the Empire State Building. The must-sees don’t end there – there’s the shopping paradise of Fifth Avenue, the Museum of Modern Art and the Statue of Liberty. The hipster vibes of Brooklyn are slowly becoming an essential stop on your tour of New York City, in addition to the staple sights in Manhattan.
The rectangular Central Park is a leafy sanctuary in which to escape busy city life and it looks just as good blanketed in snow as it does drenched in sun. Here, New York City really slows down and affords you the opportunity to relax in its emerald surrounds and watch life go by. There’s so much going on in the Big Apple that you could return time after time for a luxury holiday and have a different experience each visit. That’s what makes New York City so enthralling.
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View ItineraryBest time to visit New York
Though it sees varying weather throughout the seasons, New York City is a year-round holiday destination.
Though every season is wildly different to the next in the Big Apple, each has its reasons for going. In spring (March-May), the weather starts to warm up with some showers, but pleasant temperatures (reaching around 15°C in May) mean you can take lengthy strolls around the city comfortably.
In summer (June-August) the temperatures can get very hot but with that comes a raft of festivals and outdoor concerts to create a feel-good vibe in the city, while Central Park looks its emerald best in the sun.
The festivals continue into the autumn (September-November), particularly in November when the annual Macy’s Day Parade marks Thanksgiving. Though temperatures begin to drop (below 10°C in November) they stay comfortable and the autumn leaves of Central Park are delightful.
Winter can be a truly magical time in New York City, with Central Park and the city’s lofty skyscrapers dusted in snow and while temperatures can dip below freezing, you won’t care while you’re admiring the dazzling Christmas tree outside the Rockefeller Center.
Where to stay in New York
New York City is known as The City That Never Sleeps for good reason and the range of luxury places to stay will put you right in the heart of the action. You could find yourself bedding down in the vibrant Meatpacking District, sleeping just steps from Times Square or checking in among some of Broadway's best theatres. Wherever you choose to stay, you'll experience the best of New York City right from the beginning.
The Fifth Avenue Hotel
Once a grand Gilded Age mansion and carriage house turned Renaissance palazzo, The Fifth Avenue Hotel has been a symbol of luxury, sophistication, and elegance since its inception in the mid-19th century.
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FAQs
British passport holders don’t need a visa but need to apply for an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation) prior to your holiday. It costs US$14.
The currency is the US dollar.
The flight time from London to New York City is around eight hours.
The time difference is GMT -5 hours.
No vaccinations are recommended for New York City. Despite this, we’d recommend that you consult your GP at least four to six weeks prior to travel for current advice.
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