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The Big Apple is ripe for the picking with this indispensable new travel guide.New York, New York, it's the town everyone wants to visit. With the revitalization of Times Square, drastically reduced crime rate, and a solid ecomomy, the Big Apple is more welcoming than every before. This helpful, thorough guide demystifies New York City and makes it accessible for even the greenest tourist. Chock-full of informaton and must-know tips, New York City For Dummies will have even first-time visitors hailing cabs and catching subway trains like natives. You'll find
- Tons of maps and savvy advice for making the city manageable
- Strategies for seeing all the top sights, from the Statue of Liberty to the Metropolitan Museum of Art--with inside advice on beating the crowds and planning a practical, fun itinerary
- The best hotels and restaurants in every price category
- All the shopping highlights, from swank Madison Avenue boutiques to Delancey Street bargains
- The lowdown on entertainment, from which clubs are in--and how to get in--to getting twofers" for popular Broadway shows
Synopsis
The Big Apple is ripe for the picking with this indispensable new travel guide. The authors demystify New York City and make it accessible for even the greenest tourist. Includes maps and strategies for seeing all the top sights from the Statue of Liberty to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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Your insider's guide to the best places and prices
Explore the Big Apple with confidence From Broadway to the Statue of Liberty, New York City has so many shows, shops, restaurants, and sights that it can make your head spin. Relax! This easy-to-understand guide is all you need to make New York manageableand have a great time.
Discover: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn't missand what you can skip Concise, selective recommendations The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Dozens of detailed maps
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About the Author
About the Authors Bruce Murphy was born in New York City, where he now works as a freelance writer. Alessandra de Rosa is a world traveler and professional tourist who has also worked for the United Nations. Together they have been traveling and collaborating for several years. Among their other books is Italy For Dummies, also published by IDG Books Worldwide, Inc.
Table of Contents
Introduction.
PART I: Getting Started.
Chapter 1: Discovering the Best of New York.
Chapter 2: Deciding When to Go.
Chapter 3: Planning Your Budget.
Chapter 4: Planning Ahead for Special Travel Needs.
PART II: Ironing Out the Details.
Chapter 5: Getting to New York City.
Chapter 6: Deciding Where to Stay.
Chapter 7: Booking Your Room.
Chapter 8: New York City's Best Hotels.
Chapter 9: Tying Up the Loose Ends: Last-Minute Details and Other Things to Keep in Mind.
PART III: Settling in to New york.
Chapter 10: Orienting Yourself in New York.
Chapter 11: Getting Around New York.
Chapter 12: Money Matters.
PART IV: Dining in New york.
Chapter 13: The Lowdown on the New York Dining Scene.
Chapter 14: New York's Best Restaurants.
Chapter 15: On the Lighter Side: Top Picks for Snacks and Meals on the Go.
PART V: Exploring New york.
Chapter 16: New York s Top Sights.
Chapter 17: More Cool Things to See and Do.
Chapter 18: And on Your Left, Miss Liberty: Seeing New York by Guided Tour.
Chapter 19: A Shopper's Guide to New York.
Chapter 20: Five Great New York Itineraries.
PART VI: Living It Up after the Sun Goes Down: New york Nightlife.
Chapter 21: The Play's the Thing: The New York Theater Scene.
Chapter 22: The Performing Arts.
Chapter 23: Hitting the Clubs and Bars.
PART VII: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 24: Ten Top New York Experiences.
Chapter 25: The Top Ten Big Apple Safety Tips.
Chapter 26: The Top Ten Places to Chill Out.
Quick Concierge.
Worksheets.
Index.
Book Registration Information.