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The great metropolis of the USA, New York casts a long shadow over the cities of the world. Besides being a global financial capital, the urban island of Manhat…
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 For a real taste of Americana, jump the subway to the Bronx and take in a Yankees game. Make sure to sit in the bleachers to get a true sense of the real New York (unless you're easily offended by colourful language - in which case I recommend you buy a bagel and eat it in front of Tiffanys)


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Nightlife

New York nightlife is non-stop and highly addictive. Manhattan buzzes with nocturnal activity, from bustling neighbourhood bars to swank cocktail lounges and ultra hip nightclubs, where some of the world’s best DJs entertain the city’s ‘beautiful people’.The East Village, from 14th Street to Houston, east of Broadway, is famous for its local bars that stay open late and its small live music clubs. The Lower East Side, an edgy and hip neighbourhood that borders the East Village at Houston and str…

Sightseeing

Most tourists focus on Manhattan, where the iconic attractions are located. The remaining four boroughs are primarily residential (the Bronx to the north, Queens to the east, Brooklyn to the southeast and Staten Island to the southwest), although it’s worthwhile exploring them all - particularly Brooklyn. Mostly flat and easily navigated, Manhattan itself is great for walking, with the excellent subway system handy for longer hops between attractions. The city is packed with things to do and pla…

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