New York : book your hotel

There's no city on earth that has the iconic appeal of the Big Apple. New York, New York - it's a cacophony of architecture, art, shopping, dining, and a wealth of well-known sights. From the Statue of Liberty to the Empire State Building, the bright lights of Broadway, and the sprawl of Central Park, this city will keep you young.

World-famous art museums, endless attractions, trendy neighbourhoods, and shimmering skyscrapers that cause a crick in your neck when looking up - New York City is one of a kind. With its urban sprawl, signature green spaces, and neighbourhoods like Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens needing little introduction, you could visit this city a thousand times and never tire of things to do. From the MOMA to the Met, there's an epic array of arts to explore alongside a culture that covers everything from live music to comedy, theatre, poetry and more - take your pick from backstreet dives or the grand dames of names like the Lincoln Center, Broadway, and the Rockefeller Center. Get your New York City bucket list ready - from chowing down on delights to soaking up the buzz of Times Square, sipping Manhattan cocktails from a chic rooftop bar.

From the subway rattling beneath your feet to a big yellow taxi and ferries chugging across the Hudson boasting sublime skyline views, there are many ways to get around the hustle and bustle of New York City. The subway is one of the most popular ways of getting around the city, with 25 routes and over a thousand km of track, you can whizz around the major boroughs including Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and more. For those who want to swerve the subway, there are also buses, commuter trains, and those iconic taxi cabs that run all night. Taking the ferry out to Staten Island is also an inexpensive way to snap those skyline views.

Known as the city that never sleeps, NYC has plenty to keep you occupied during the day but when the sun sets and the lights blink on - it becomes the stuff of legends. Catching a show on Broadway is a must for those who want to catch big names on big stages. With hundreds of restaurants ranging from Michelin-starred eateries to festive night market tables and with thousands of bars serving everything from craft brews to prohibition-era cocktails, the city ensures you stay wined and dined around the clock. Of course, there are also gigs galore not to mention romantic carriage rides through Central Park, and the chance to stroll across the Brooklyn Bridge to see the city sparkle. For those who want to catch sports games - look for hotels near Madison Square Garden.

New York City is stuffed to the hilt with a whole host of things to do. From museum hopping to 5th Avenue shopping, chilling in the park, and standing atop soaring skyscrapers - here are a few must-see attractions.

Considered by many to be the beating heart of the city, Times Square is where you will find that postcard image of NYC. With its bright blazing lights, ginormous billboards, and skyscrapers so tall they seem to puncture the sky, it's the perfect place to soak up all the action. Being in striking distance from Broadway, Times Square is also where the theater district collides with 7th Avenue making it a lively place from dusk until dawn. Thronging with people, you will also find some of the best hotels in New York City within easy reach of this area not to mention a ton of great restaurants, bars, museums, and buzzing energy that never quits.

All the urban energy, traffic, and crowds are part of the DNA of New York City but that doesn't mean you need to skip out on green spaces. Central Park is the most famous green space in the city. Swallowing up a swathe of over 800 acres, here you can find meadows, fountains, trees, horse carriage rides, twinkling carousels, walking and jogging trails, and so much more. Sprawling on the grass in the summer with a picnic and a book is a must and in the winter months, you can hit the ice skating rink. Family hotels near Central Park are a great choice for those wanting to stay in New York City center. The Plaza is one of the best hotels you can stay at for those wanting to be close to the park. Standing proud on the doorway of Central Park South, the Plaza has long been an iconic landmark of 5th Avenue luxury.

Perhaps the most famous skyscraper in the world, the Empire State Building is emblematic. Towering over the city and rising high with its 102 stories, many have made the pilgrimage to whizz to the top and stand on the viewing platform to see NYC in all her glory. On a clear day, you can even see beyond the city and across no less than 5 different states. The Empire State Building is also open late meaning that you can opt for a day or an evening view.