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"Gershman's guide may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike," praises The Washington Post, and you'll agree. For more than ten years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now Born to Shop New York is easier to use and packed with more up-to-date listings than ever before. Inside you'll find:
- The best of Manhattan's shopping scene, from world-renowned department stores to hip boutiques-now with even more coverage of the hottest downtown neighborhoods
- Great values on everything from bath and beauty to wedding gowns-plus insider tips on sample sales, flea markets, and factory outlets
- Terrific gift ideas, even for the friend who has everything-plus the best gifts for under $10
- Tips on finding the best hotel and dining values-so you can maximize your shopping dollars
Synopsis
"Gershman's may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike."
—The Washington Post
For nearly twenty years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now Born to Shop New York is easier to use and packed with more up-to-date listings than ever before.
Inside you'll find:
- The best of the shopping scene, from world-class depart-ment stores and trendy boutiques to street markets and sample sales
- Excellent values, from antiques to Doc Martens
- Great gift ideas, even for a friend who has everything—plus the best gifts for less than $10
- The best airfare, hotel, and dining values—so you can maximize your shopping dollars
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- New York City was named North America\'s leading destination at the 2006 World Travel Awards.
- New York City ranks as the #1 best city in the world, according to the 2005 Conde Nast Traveler Reader\'s Travel awards.
- In 2006, an estimated 43.8 million visitors—a record-breaking number—traveled to the Big Apple.
- After September 1, 2006, the sales tax on clothing and footwear in New York City was permanently eliminated, which saves about 40n all purchases.
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The current weakness of the dollar makes New York an even more popular shopping spot for international visitors. In 2006, tourist spending in the city exceeded $23 billion.
About the Author
Suzy Gershman is a journalist, author, and self-professed shopping goddess who has worked in the fashion and fiber industry for more than 25 years. The Born to Shop series, which is over 20 years old, is translated into eight languages, making Gershman an international expert on retail and trade. Her essays on retailing have been used by the Harvard School of Business; her reportage on travel and retail has appeared in
Travel & Leisure, Travel Holiday, Travel Weekly, and most of the major women’s magazines. She writes in French and English for
Air France Madame, published by Condé Nast France. When not in an airport, Gershman can be found in Paris, Provence, or San Antonio, Texas.
Aaron James is a singer-songwriter who lives and sings in L.A., where he has a day job at Warner Brothers Music. He is also a contributing editor for Born to Shop.
Jenny McCormick has just won her graduate degree in criminal justice. She can recite your Miranda rights or steer you to the best in fashion and trends for young women.
Table of Contents
To Start With.
1 The Best of New York.
2 New York Details.
3 Shopping Tips for International Visitors.
4 Eating & Sleeping in New York.
5 Uptown Shopping Neighborhoods: West.
6 Uptown Shopping Neighborhoods: East.
7 Downtown Shopping Neighborhoods Including Brooklyn.
8 New York Resources A to Z.
9 New York Beauty.
10 New York Home.
11 New York Bargains.
Index.