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The Big Apple is not just a city; it’s a way of life. There are approximately 7.5 million people in a 309 sq. mile island – talk about being a needle in a haystack.
The people are rude, pedestrians have no right of way, who really knows what they make the hot dogs on the streets from, but damn – New York City is great.
The city really doesn’t ever sleep, and those who visit leave with a relief from escaping the havoc but also a desire to return. There is a buzz in the city, and it can’t be replicated by any other location on the planet.
You can visit iconic sites that not only the country but the world is familiar with. First and foremost you have to visit the tourist sites such as the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Central Park and Times Square. The city has some of the world’s most famous museums, such as, the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA), the Guggenheim Museum and American Museum of Natural History, to name some of the most impressive and worthwhile stops. If sightseeing isn’t your thing, there are a ton of bookshops, restaurants, theaters, shopping, and people watching spots that will consume your trip. And believe it, people watching in New York can be a very intriguing experience.
Manhattan is great for the novice subway navigators and those who just don’t want to deal with being lost. The city is set up on a grid and there are plenty of maps in the subway, just look like you know what you’re doing, everything will be fine. Manhattan and Staten Island are the two islands that are separate from the mainland. Queens and Brooklyn are located on the western end of Long Island; don’t get the Bronx confused either, it is the only place that is connected to the continental US. Now that you have a brief breakdown of what to expect when you’re expecting (to go to New York) now on to the other stuff.
There is no off-season in New York. Millions of visitors gather year-round because year-round the city is bustling with things to do. For example, there are about 50 officially recognized parades each year and over 400 street fairs. Keep your eye out for these events and even better yet, if your spring break trip happens to fall during St. Patrick’s Day head down to 5th avenue. New Yorkers have been celebrating March 17th for 200 years, so you know by now they know how to throw a good party.
Central Park is a symbol of everything New York. The park was meant to be an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, opening in 1873, but the 843 acres of serenity still incorporates the havoc of the city into the lush landscape. Joggers, skaters, artists, musicians and tourists all visit the park daily, so it is still a little hard to find some peace in the city that never rests. If you want to sightsee in the park there is a zoo, swimming pool, free performances to watch and some sports to take part in.
Next on the whirlwind journey is a stop in Times Square. Over a million people gather here on New Year’s to watch the ball drop on another year, but daily the street is the physical embodiment of all that is crazy in New York. Times Square is New York’s bright lights and glittery crossroads. Not to mention, while there you can stop off at the MTV studio and get your 15 seconds of fame. Most students are all too familiar with MTV and the shows they film there, and you too could be the next screaming face in the audience. Late Night with David Letterman is filmed in the city, but try to get tickets before your trip to ensure the possibility of seeing a show is truly a reality. Not to mention Broadway of course: year-round there are countless theatrical and musical performances in the city. Check online or once you get there for playing dates and times, but once again get your tickets before you go or you might end up seeing Disney on Ice instead of Rent.
New York also has some very well-known parts of town that are sure to be a hit with you shopper and artist types. Soho comes from “south of Houston” and is the city’s leading metropolis for art galleries, funky clothes stores and trendy urban shops. Soho probably isn’t the place for students on a budget, but it is a great place to visit to see great galleries and window shop.
Greenwich Village, or just “the Village” as it is known, is one of the most popular neighborhoods in New York City. It’s been known as an outlandish and creative outlet of the city since the 1900s. For the interested traveler it has great cafes, bars, shops and historical sites and if you decide to go, it can give you a chance to get off the beaten path but still be in the heart of the city.
New York, New York! The city is an unbelievable experience that shouldn’t be passed. You will most likely learn a little about hailing a cab, the history of our country and art, but in an environment that is unique and exhilarating.
