The “city that never sleeps”, with its striking architecture, history and cultural significance, draws crowds from all over the world. New York is a melting pot of cultures, resulting in amazing cuisine, traditions and works of art. Some of the must-see attractions include Times Square, Central Park, the Statue of Liberty, Broadway, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. You’ll find that every borough has its own character. This destination is also a shopper´s paradise, with stores of every description.
New York is a charming destination for all seasons. Spring brings with it mild weather, the parks burst into bloom, and Central Park becomes a oasis of colour, perfect for a picnic. Summer means hot weather and an exciting schedule of outdoor festivals. Autumn comes with cool weather and a natural spectacle of golden foliage, the perfect setting for a walk around town. Winter brings cold weather and snow, and the city is lit up with Christmas decorations, while ice skating rinks ensure fun for everyone.
Flying is the best way to travel to New York. John F. Kennedy International Airport is the main point of entry to New York, with direct flights to and from the four corners of the globe. La Guardia and Newark Liberty airports also provide convenient connections. You can rent a car, take a taxi, the subway or a bus from the airport to the city centre.
Savour an iconic hot dog or a fresh bagel with cream cheese and smoked salmon. Indulge in a lobster roll, or enjoy a bowl of noodles, a hot, practical dish to warm you up in winter. Treat yourself to a delicious brunch, a true local NYC experience, and finish off with a classic cheesecake. If you intend to dine at some of the best restaurants in the world, you´ll be spoilt for choice here.
New York’s heritage is a testament to its rich history and cultural mosaic. Visit the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building, where Art Deco architecture takes centre stage to give you stunning views of the city. Brooklyn Bridge was the first steel-wire suspension bridge in the world and is a picture-postcard of the city, connecting two major boroughs: Brooklyn and Manhattan. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses priceless collections of art and is one of the must-see attractions in New York.
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New York City is located on the east coast of the USA and is the largest city in the country (more than 8 million inhabitants), with five boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, and Staten Island. It is known for its skyscraper skyline (Empire State Building, One World Trade Center), the lights of Times Square, Central Park, Broadway theaters, and for being a world capital of culture, finance, and gastronomy. The Pestana CR7 Times Square (338 W 39th St) and Pestana Park Avenue (23 E 39th St) hotels are located in Midtown Manhattan.
The Pestana Group has two hotels in Midtown Manhattan. The Pestana CR7 Times Square (338 W 39th St), in the Garment District, is about 500 meters from Times Square and a few minutes' walk from theaters, shops, and museums; the rooms have a Nespresso machine, refrigerator, Bluetooth, USB, HD-TV, and Wi-Fi. The Pestana Park Avenue (23 E 39th St) is a boutique hotel next to Park Avenue, near the Empire State Building, Grand Central, and Fifth Avenue. Both are ideal bases for exploring the city on foot and by subway.
It's worth visiting in any season, but the most pleasant are spring (April to June), with parks in bloom and mild temperatures, and autumn (September to November), with the golden foliage of Central Park. Summer has outdoor festivals but can be hot and humid. Winter is cold, with possible snow, but December is magical: decorations, the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, window displays on Fifth Avenue, and ice skating in Central Park and Bryant Park, just steps from the Pestana hotels.
The city is served by three airports: John F. Kennedy (JFK), the main airport for intercontinental flights; LaGuardia (LGA), closer to Manhattan and primarily for domestic flights; and Newark Liberty (EWR), in New Jersey. From JFK, the AirTrain (24 hours) connects to the LIRR trains and the subway (approximately $8.75 USD to Manhattan via OMNY). From LaGuardia, the free Q70 bus connects to the subway; from Newark, the AirTrain connects to NJ Transit and Amtrak trains. There are also taxis, transfers, and apps. Pestana hotels are located in Midtown.
In Midtown, near the Pestana hotels: Times Square, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Terminal, and the Broadway theaters. On foot or by subway: Central Park, Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center, the High Line, and Chelsea. Must-sees include the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island (by ferry), the Brooklyn Bridge, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and MoMA. The food is part of the experience: hot dogs, bagels, lobster rolls, and New York cheesecake.
The subway is the fastest and cheapest way to get around, it runs 24/7 and covers the entire city. You pay with OMNY (tapping your bank card or mobile phone) or with a MetroCard, for about $2.90 USD per trip. There are also buses, yellow taxis and ride-hailing apps. In Manhattan, the regular network of streets and avenues makes walking very easy; from the Pestana hotels in Midtown, many attractions are within walking distance and the rest of the city can be reached by subway.