Tue 01/13/09 - Sat 01/17/09
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New York (01/13 - 01/17)
Description
This is not just any New York vacation. It's five fun days experiencing New York NY and the multitude of New York attractions available. It's an exciting way to experience the real New York as a first-time tourist because there's just too many things to do and see in New York. This trip will allow you to see the New York attractions and wander around the various neighborhoods of New York City NY without having to pay for a New York tour. If you're looking for the perfect New York vacation, this is it. Experience New York and enjoy a vacation that you won't forget.
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New York, NY
Day 1 - Tue 01/13/2009
Hotel Edison All Day -
Address: 228 West 47th Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

The Edison has been recently revamped, but the owners have preserved its art deco lobby. This is a great place to stay if you are a theater lover, as it is so accessible to surrounding venues. Broadway gypsies (chorus line and bit-part performers)...

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Phone: 2128405000
Address: 270 W 43rd St
New York, NY US
Summary:

Hailed as one of the anchors of Times Square's turn-of-the-millennium renaissance, the Westin is a marvel in more ways than one. First, the space-age design evokes a future of which none of us could have ever dreamed. Inside, the list of amenities...

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Phone: 2122012700
Address: 1535 Broadway
New York, NY US
Summary:

This quality hotel is ideally located near most Broadway theaters. Built in the 1980s, the 50-story building is an integral part of the transformed and family-friendly Times Square. The Marquis has what most business and leisure travelers cannot find...

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Phone: 2123981900
Address: 1567 Broadway
New York, NY US
Summary:

For a peaceful stay in the bustling and vibrant Theater District, opt for the W New York at Times Square. Located amidst museums in the north and other interesting venues such as the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Madison Square Garden,...

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Phone: 2129307400
Notes: Today, you will get a chance to walk around and explore the famous Times Square area as well as take some time to enjoy a Broadway musical.
Paramount Hotel All Day -
Address: 235 W 46th St
New York, NY US
Summary:

In the heart of the Theater District and Restaurant Row, this Ian Schrager hotel Paramount Hotel is modern and trendy. Guestrooms are small but original in design and lighting. Every room is decorated in whites and grays, and has silk-screened...

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Phone: 9549690069
Address: 234 W 42nd St
New York, NY US
Summary:

This modern looking luxury hotel is at the center of the action in Times Square, and near all of the area's Broadway theaters. Rooms and suites are large and comfortable and feature coffeemakers, irons, hairdryers, laptop safes, a work desk and...

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Phone: 2128408222
Times Square TKTS Booth All Day 11:00am - 12:00pm
Address: W 47th Street & Broadway
New York, NY US
Summary:

If the soaring price of Broadway tickets starts to take a toll on your budget, never fear the TKTS Booth is nearby. Established by the Theater Development Fund in 1973, TKTS offers dozens of tickets for Broadway and off-Broadway at half or...

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Notes: Sundays 11am-3pm, come by TKTS to try and get some tickets for that evening's shows for about half the price of a normal ticket. Tickets sell out quickly, so come earlier.
Price: $21-$30
Phone: 2127681818
Times Square All Day 11:30am - 4:00pm
Address: 1560 Broadway
New York, NY US
Summary:

Named after the New York Times, which moved here in 1924, Times Square is a vibrant, neon-lit area in the heart of the Theater District. Once populated by peep shows and sex shops, it has undergone a complete image overhaul. Hotels, office towers and...

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Price: Free
Phone: 2127681560
Paramount Building All Day 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Address: 1501 Broadway
New York, NY US
Summary:

This 33 storey colossal clock-tower in the middle of Times Square is one of New York City's most popular attractions. Built in the year 1926, the pyramid-shaped monument was home to the 3600 seat Paramount Theater. Gary Cooper, Fred Astaire and Bing...

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Notes: You won't be able to miss this classic New York landmark
Phone: 2124841222
Virgil's Real BBQ All Day 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Address: 152 W 44th Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

There is nothing upscale or snooty about this big, bi-level down-home eatery located in Times Square. Tourists and business crowds chow down on fairly authentic, old-fashioned barbecue favorites like pork ribs and Georgia Chicken-Fried Steak. The...

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Price: $21-$30
Phone: 2129219494
Carmine's All Day 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Address: 200 West 44th Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

A Theatre District favorite, Carmine's features large servings of good Southern Italian food. Portions are family style (meaning huge), and sharing is recommended. The food comes with plenty of garlic and red sauce, including chicken cacciatore,...

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Price: $31-$50
Phone: 2122213800
Shubert Theatre-NY All Day 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Address: 225 West 44th Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

This venerable house is literally in the heart of Broadway, insuring that theatre-goers will get an authentic showbiz experience anytime they step through this venue's portals. This theatre has featured such performances as Forever Tango, Chicago and...

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Phone: 2122396200
Watch a broadway show All Day 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Majestic Theatre All Day 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Address: 247 West 44th Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

Like its name, the Majestic Theatre is one of the largest theatres in New York (more than 1600 seats) with a long-running reputation for having exceptional plays and musicals. The theatre is home to the longest running show in the history of...

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Phone: 8007751617
New York, NY
Day 2 - Wed 01/14/2009
Waldorf-Astoria All Day -
Address: 301 Park Ave
New York, NY US
Summary:

The majestic Waldorf-Astoria, built in 1931, still symbolizes the splendor and elegance of New York City. The hotel is known for its glorious lobby and individually-decorated, amenity-filled rooms. All guests receive in-room coffee service, a work...

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Phone: 2123553000
Address: 455 Madison Ave
New York, NY US
Summary:

The New York Palace is an opulent combination of traditional and modern hospitality. The hotel is a 55-story tower atop the 19th century Villard House—you have a choice of fantastic views and modern decor, or old-world elegance in a low-rise...

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Phone: 2128887000
Hilton New York All Day -
Address: 1335 Avenue Of The Americas
New York, NY US
Summary:

Built in 1963, this renovated hotel has remained one of the top choices for the business crowd in Midtown. The Hilton is also user-friendly for visiting shoppers, sightseers and families. Located across from Rockefeller Center, all of the glamor of...

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Phone: 2125867000
Address: 45 E 45th St
New York, NY US
Summary:

Location. The Roosevelt Hotel is located on Madison Avenue at 45th Street, where the business, couture and cultural districts of New York City, N.Y., convene in midtown Manhattan. This hotel stands three blocks from Broadway theaters,...

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Address: 25 West 51st St
New York, NY US
Summary:

Location. Across from Rockefeller Plaza, the famed ice skating rink and the NBC Today Show studios, the Rockefeller Center Hotel is located in New York, N.Y. The hotel, located between Lexington and Third Avenues, is within two blocks Saks...

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Notes: Today is the day to check out the United Nations HQ, Empire State Building, Grand Central Station, and Rockefeller Square
United Nations HQ All Day 9:30am - 11:00am
Address: First Avenue
New York, NY US
Summary:

This complex was designated the permanent headquarters for the United Nations in 1952. Many buildings, including the General Assembly Hall, can be viewed on guided tours. When the flags in front of the complex are flying, the Assembly is in session....

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Price: Free
Phone: 2129638687
Sushi Yasuda All Day 11:30am - 1:00pm
Address: 204 East 43rd Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

The area surrounding Grand Central Terminal has long been a restaurant wasteland, but this sleek, elegant sushi restaurant has gone a long way towards changing that. Locals and commuters flock here for the large selection of fresh, innovative sushi...

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Price: $31-$50
Phone: 2129721001
Grand Central Terminal All Day 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Address: 82 East 42nd Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

Built in 1913, Grand Central Terminal is impressive even to New Yorkers, particularly the massive main hall with its cathedral-like vaulted ceiling. The building s beautiful with chic new shops and a food court lending an air of urban charm. Not an...

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Price: $11-$20
Phone: 2123403404
Empire State Building All Day 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Address: 350 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY US
Summary:

The majestic Empire State Building was completed in 1931 as the world's tallest building. While not the tallest anymore, it remains as impressive as ever. At night the building is lit up, with special colors displayed on holidays. Tickets can be...

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Notes: Hours: Mon-Sun: 8am-12am
Price: $11-$20
Phone: 2127363100
Rockefeller Center All Day 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Address: 45 Rockefeller Plaza
New York, NY US
Summary:

Rockefeller Center or Rockefeller Plaza is a complex of 19 commercial buildings covering 22 acres (89,000 m2) between 48th and 51st streets in New York City. From the soaring views of Top of the Rock to a backstage pass at NBC Studios, every visit...

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Price: Free
Phone: 2123326868
Serendipity 3 All Day 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Address: 225 East 60th Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

Around since the 1950s, this dessert shop is a classic to older Upper East Side residents, who in turn have made their children fans of this incredibly popular spot. Lines out the door do not deter families from waiting for a table or ordering...

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Notes: Dinner and dessert. Definitely must try their frozen hot chocolate.
Price: $31-$50
Phone: 2128383531
Central Park All Day 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Address: 14 East 60th Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

Central Park is a public park in the center of Manhattan in New York City, United States. Central Park, which has been a National Historic Landmark since 1963, was designed by landscape designer and writer Frederick Law Olmsted and the English...

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Notes: Great place to relax and enjoy the day. You can take a romantic stroll here in the evening or take a horse-drawn carriage ride around Central Park.
Price: Free
Phone: 2123106600
New York, NY
Day 3 - Thu 01/15/2009
Address: 201 Park Avenue South
New York, NY US
Summary:

The landmark Guardian Life Building, which sits right on the edge of Union Square, has been reborn as the city's latest W Hotel. It offers the stylized, modern decor and long list of plush niceties that separate W Hotels from the pack; just some of...

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Phone: 2122539119
Address: 209 E 14th Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

The Union Square Inn Is A Small Boutique Hotel With 41 Charming Rooms Combining A Landmark Building With Modern Decor. Close To Midtown And Downtown, You Can Walk To Union Square Business Area And Park, Irving Place, Silicon Alley, The Flat Iron...

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Address: 2 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY US
Summary:

Just down the street from its popular sister location the Soho Grand Hotel. Like its older sibling, the Tribeca Grand caters to hip, wealthy business types and tourists who prefer to avoid the noise and bustle of Midtown. It's proximity to Wall...

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Phone: 2125196600
Address: 18 Ninth Aveune
New York, NY US
Summary:

Trendy Hotel Gansevoort in Manhattan's Meatpacking District provides breathtaking 360-degree views of the city, a swimming pool on the roof, and Ono, a Japanese bar and restaurant. A full-service spa and exercise facility is in the works. Rooms have...

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Phone: 2122066700
Address: 363 West 16th Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

The Maritime Hotel in Chelsea is popular with travelers, given its unique nautical theme and modern structure. Make yourself comfy in any one of the 125 rooms, all equipped with flat-screen television sets, DVD players, mini-bars, cozy beds and...

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Phone: 2122424300
Address: 310 W Broadway
New York, NY US
Summary:

Opened in 1996, this opulent hotel greets you with a brightly mirrored lobby and a sweeping staircase made of iron and bottle glass. All the comforts of a top quality hotel are here, along with easy access to the restaurants, shops and galleries that...

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Phone: 2129653000
Address: 2 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY US
Summary:

Just down the street from its popular sister location the Soho Grand Hotel. Like its older sibling, the Tribeca Grand caters to hip, wealthy business types and tourists who prefer to avoid the noise and bustle of Midtown. It's proximity to Wall...

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Phone: 2125196600
Pommes Frites All Day 10:00am - 10:30am
Address: 123 2nd Ave
New York, NY US
Summary:

Pommes Frites isn't an ordinary shop, but a specialty shop serving authentic Belgian fries, or as the Belgians call them, "pommes frites." You won't find many seats here, but you will find the tastiest treat in town. Pommes Frites means premium fresh...

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Notes: Btwn 7th st and St. Marks Pl.
Fries with hundreds of different dips to try.
http://www.pommesfrites.ws/
Price: $21-$30
Phone: 2126741234
Mamoun's Falafel All Day 11:00am - 11:30am
Address: 119 MacDougal St
New York, NY US
Summary:

Tasty authentic middle eastern cuisine for a great price! "Mamoun's Falafel Restaurant on MacDougal Street, NY, in Greenwich Village was established in 1971 and has been a favorite for folks looking for a delicious Middle Eastern falafel at a cheap...

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Notes: (Cross Street: Minetta Lane)
The falafel is quite possibly one of the best bargains in New York. There can sometimes be a line out the door, but the line moves fairly fast.
Price: <$10
Phone: 2126748685
Joe's Pizza All Day 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Address: 7 Carmine Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

This pizza place features no atmosphere, no service and no seating. But if you are on the run and need a good slice, Joe's is the place to go. The pizza is available plain or with toppings. If you have a little more time, just down the street is...

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Notes: (Cross Street: Bleecker Street),
Phenomenal thin crust New York style pizza here.
Price: $11-$20
Phone: 2122553946
Rocco's Pastry Shop All Day 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Address: 243 Bleecker St
New York, NY US
Summary:

Rocco's Pastry & Espresso Cafe' has been satisfying the great citizens of New York for 31 years. With an astounding selection of baked goods - nearly everything under the sun - Italian family traditions live on at Rocco’s....

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Notes: (Cross Street: Btwn Carmine St and Cornelia St)
Try their cannoli!
Price: <$10
Phone: 2122426031
Milk & Cookies All Day 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Address: 19 Commerce Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

As the name suggests, this little place serves up the staple all-American treat that both adults and kids can't seem to do without—milk and cookies! Bite huge chocolate-chip chunks out of your blues and up your mood with oatmeal-cranberry cookies!...

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Notes: (Cross Street: 7th Avenue),
Incredible cookies here.
Phone: 2122431640
Magnolia Bakery All Day 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Address: 401 Bleecker St
New York, NY US
Summary:

Old-fashioned goodness is chic at this Greenwich Village bakery and cafe. Many trendsetters are spotted nibbling on cupcakes with chocolate, mocha or white butter cream icing. Their cakes are also hard to resist, and the beautiful presentation makes...

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Notes: (Cross Street: 11th Street)
Famous for their cupcakes.
Price: <$10
Phone: 2124622572
New York University All Day 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Address: 70 Washington Square Park
New York, NY US
Summary:

When New York University was founded in 1831, most higher education in the United States focused on such classical studies as Latin and Greek. NYU was determined to concentrate on more practical studies, and today over 30,000 students from all over...

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Phone: 2129984636
Washington Square All Day 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Address: 5th Avenue & Washington Square North
New York, NY US
Summary:

The Greenwich Village park is popular with students and residents. It is one of the few green spots in the area. At the northern end of the park is a triumphal arch, built in 1789 to honor George Washington, the late President of the United States....

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Price: Free
Phone: 2124841200
Greenwich Village All Day 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Address: Houston to 14th street
New York, NY US
Summary:

The zigzagging streets and charming brownstones of the Greenwich Village have a far more laid back atmosphere than most neighborhoods in the city. The center of New York's gay and student communities lies here, with a variety of funky shopping and...

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Price: Free
Phone: 2124841200
Spice All Day 8:00pm - 9:30pm
Address: 60 University Place
New York, NY US
Price: 20
Website: http://newyork.citysearch.com/profile/33070505/new_york_ny/spice.html
New York, NY
Day 4 - Fri 01/16/2009
Address: 15 Gold Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

Guests can almost smell the money and hear the deals being hatched. In the historic and financial heart of New York City, the Wall Street District Hotel stands within a flip of a coin to the New York Stock Exchange, leading banks and financial...

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Address: 55 Church St
New York, NY US
Summary:

Known for its first-rate business center and luxury rooms, this 55-story hotel is an inspiring black-glass encased monolith, with impressive views of the Hudson and East Rivers and all of Manhattan. There is ample space for any traveler, whether...

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Phone: 2126932001
Address: 2 West Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

The Ritz-Carlton New York, Battery Park, is the only AAA Five Diamond luxury waterfront in NYC. Panoramic views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, plus indoor and outdoor dining are on offer. This orgy of luxury and pomp is just 30 minutes...

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Phone: 2123440800
Greenwich Hotel All Day -
Address: 377 Greenwich Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

The Greenwich Hotel is New York's new place to be seen. Robert DeNiro's venture into hospitality impressively boasts that no two rooms are the same. The newest in ultra-sheik New York hotels, expect international, luxurious amenities such as Tibetan...

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Phone: 2129418900
Address: 85 West St
New York, NY US
Summary:

Within walking distance of Chinatown, the South Street Seaport and Tribeca, just to name a few of the city's most popular destinations. The popular Roy's New York restaurant is located inside the hotel. Sink into the comforts of their luxurious...

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Phone: 2123854900
Address: 9 S William St
New York, NY US
Summary:

The Wall Street Inn, a deluxe hotel located in New York's financial and historic district, offers the best of the best. The hotel is well suited to please both the business traveler and the leisure guest. The hotel is located near South Seaport,...

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Chanterelle All Day 8:30am - 9:30am
Address: 2 Harrison Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

High ceilings, warm colors and fresh flowers make this Tribeca restaurant a truly romantic spot. After more than two decades, Chanterelle remains one of the top restaurants in the city. The staff is delighted to serve you, and portions are huge....

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Price: $50+
Phone: 2129666960
World Trade Center site All Day 9:30am - 10:30am
Century 21 All Day 10:00am - 11:30am
Address: 22 Cortlandt Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

Century 21 has long been loved by bargain hunters, who go to find huge markdowns on designer clothing for men and women, as well as items for the home. There are several other locations scattered around the five boroughs....

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Phone: 2122279092
Wall Street All Day 11:30am - 12:30pm
Address: Wall Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

Wall Street refers to the financial district of New York City, named after and centered on the eight-block-long street running from Broadway to South Street on the East River in lower Manhattan. Over time, the term has become a metonym for the...

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Price: Free
Phone: 2124277200
New York Stock Exchange All Day 11:30am - 12:30pm
Address: 11 Wall Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

The Stock Exchange's present home on Wall Street did not open until 1903, but trading in stocks began well before that. By the time this building became its headquarters, the Exchange had already been in existence for more than a hundred years....

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Phone: 2126563000
Battery Park All Day 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Address: 1 New York Plaza
New York, NY US
Summary:

The 'Battery' was created in 1693, when the British government that then controlled New York mounted cannons there. It played a role in the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812 and even the Civil War as draftees were housed in a tent city there. Today,...

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Price: Free
Phone: 2123443491
Bowling Green Park All Day 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Address: Broadway & Whitehall Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

Resting on this patch of green at the end of Broadway is a treat after a hectic shopping spree in NYC. This was the spot where in 1733, Peter Minuit bought the island of Manhattan for $24 worth of beads. It is one of the oldest parks in the city and...

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Price: Free
Phone: 2126399675
Statue of Liberty All Day 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Address: Liberty Island
New York, NY US
Summary:

Lady Liberty, representative of freedom to the world, shines bright in New York Harbor. Created by Frenchmen Frederic Auguste Bartholdi, the Statue was a gift from France to the United States. Now, visitors can view the inside of the statue through a...

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Notes: Round trip fare on the ferry, which includes admission to both the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, is $10 for adults. The ferries leave from Battery Park in Manhattan and operate 7 days a week, from approx 9:30am to 4:00pm. For ferry sched and info, 212-269-5755.

Staten Island Ferry: Whitehall and Water St (Free)
Price: $11-$20
Phone: 2123633200
Ellis Island Immigration Museum All Day 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Address: 1 Ellis Island
New York, NY US
Summary:

Not far from Liberty Island and the Statue of Liberty stands Ellis Island, former gateway to the United States. Between 1892 and 1954, over 12 million immigrants landed here. In 1990, the long disused buildings were restored and the Immigration...

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Price: $11-$20
Phone: 2128831986
Nobu All Day 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Address: 105 Hudson Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

This high caliber Japanese restaurant features exquisite sushi, greaseless tempura, extraordinary specials, elegant décor and a large bill; most people would agree it is worth every penny. Owner Nobu Matsuhisa (who is a partner here and at Next Door...

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Price: $50+
Phone: 2122190500
New York, NY
Day 5 - Sat 01/17/2009
Chinatown All Day 9:00am - 11:30am
Address: Chinatown
New York, NY US
Summary:

New York's Chinatown is a cultural haven full of ancient and exotic traditions, and a huge amount of restaurants. This bustling and crowded neighborhood is home to over half of the city's Chinese population. In the grocery stores and fruit stands,...

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Notes: Walk around chinatown and get some of the best deals you can get on souvenirs for you to take home. Much better deals here than any of the more touristy places around New York.
Price: <$10
Phone: 2122606000
Joe's Shanghai Restaurant All Day 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Address: 9 Pell Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

Our two special soup dumplings, crab pork meat became a New York favorite. Other special dishes includes Spicy Szechuan Style Sliced Beef; Crispy Jumbo Prawns with Lime Sauce; Braised Duck, Braised Pork Shoulders and not to mention our different...

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Notes: Best Shanghainese dumplings anywhere. There's generally a line here though.

Cash only.
Price: $11-$20
Phone: 2122338888
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Address: 1000 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY US
Summary:

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of the world's largest and finest art museums. Its collections include more than two million works of art spanning five thousand years of world culture, from prehistory to the present and from every part of the...

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Price: $11-$20
Phone: 2125357710
Address: 1 Bay Street
New York, NY US
Summary:

This is undoubtedly New York City's best free ride. The 25-minute trip across New York Harbor should give you ample opportunity to see such nearby sites as the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge and lower Manhattan's skyscrapers. The fare for the...

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Price: Free
Phone: 7188152628

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