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Great Escape
A
look at what to do in the major U.S. and worldwide tourist destinations. --
July 31 2006
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Central Park covered in snow.
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With so much to see and to do, you'll need to plan a long
vacation for this trip. Since there's so many well-known sights and many more
off-the-beaten path attractions, you'll never be able to see it all in one
visit. And like the other huge metropolises -- like Los Angeles or Washington
-- NYC has a feel all its own. After the devastating
terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, ad campaigns proclaimed  . How
can you not? The city that never sleeps offers so much, for every budget and
every taste. Come once, or twice or a hundred times over because there's
always something new. Median income -- $38,293 Median
house value -- $211,900 For more information visit www.nycvisit.com
or call 212-484-1200. |
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| The Top 15 Attractions in New
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| Bronx Zoo 718-367-1010
The country's largest urban zoo has over
6,000 animals from over 600 species. Check out Tiger Mountain,
JungleWorld, Himalayan Highlands, World of Birds, African Plains, Wild
Asia, Baboon Reserve and the 6.5 acre Congo Gorilla Forest. |
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| Central Park Zoo 212-439-6574
Home to polar bears, penguins, monkeys,
sea lions and more in spectacular natural habitats. |
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| Central Park 212-310-6600
In this urban oasis, you'll find locals,
tourists and celebrities jogging, walking, in-line skating or "maxing
and relaxing" in this beautiful park. |
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| Empire State Building
212-736-3100
One of the most famous and storied of NYC
buildings provides beautiful views of the city and beyond from the
86th-floor observatory. |
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| Statue of Liberty 212-363-3200
The most visited and enduring symbols of
the nation was originally a gift from France to celebrate the American
Centennial. |
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| Times Square 212-768-1560
The heart of NYC is a must-stop for all
to view the flashing billboards, shops, restaurants and see the
surrounding office buildings that will leave you saying , "This
is New York!" |
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| Ellis Island 212-363-3200
Trace your ancestors roots at this famous
landing point that has welcomed millions of immigrants to the U.S. |
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| Grand Central Terminal
212-340-2583
Opened in 1913, Grand Central is one of
America's busiest terminals, serving over 500,000 travelers every day!
Grand Central also boasts shops and restaurants. |
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| Broadway
You can't visit New York without taking
in a Broadway show! Featuring the best of the best, showcasing the
finest performers, every taste is fulfilled and catered to. |
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| Chinatown 212-484-1216
Experience the sights, feel the pulse and
challenge your senses. Chinatown is filled with restaurants, fashion,
arts, antiques, landmarks, cultural and historic treasures. |
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| Harlem & The Heights
Culture Loop and Tours 646-662-2009
This tour provides an intimate experience
with the people and places that make northern Manhattan an exciting
place. Catch a glimpse of old NYC and access fantastic Hudson views. |
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| Metropolitan Museum of Art
212-535-7710
A grand dame of museums is a NYC classic.
"The Met" has a collection of over 2 million works of art! |
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| World Trade Center
This former landmark of the New York
skyline was destroyed by acts of terrorism on September 11, 2001. The
site and surrounding area of rubble and devastation are still referred
to as "Ground Zero". Come see how the World Trade Center has
changed and is moving on. |
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| Radio City Music Hall
212-247-4777
This art deco theater is home to the
famous dancing Rockettes. |
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| United Nations Headquarters
212-963-8687
Learn about the UN's peacekeeping and
humanitarian efforts during the tour of the building. |
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