When looking at a holiday in New York, you may want to consider a complete flight and hotel package or, if you are staying for more than a few days, it may be worth considering renting an apartment. There are many good websites which deal with vacation or holiday rentals so that you can book direct. Then you only need book a flight for which we recommend a comparison service such as .

Visit Times Square on your holiday in New York

If you want to be close to the heart of New York then you will want to be located in Manhattan. However, this will likely be higher cost than staying in one of the neighbouring districts such as Brooklyn, Queens on The Bronx.

Many of these neighbouring districts have attractions you may want to see anyway, and Manhattan is always just a train or taxi ride away.

No doubt, while on a holiday in New York you will want to visit many of the famous attractions such as the Empire State Building, Times Square and of course the Statue of Liberty. Wherever you decide to stay, its easy enough to get to the attraction of your choice.

If you are looking for a list of good things to do while you are on your holiday in New York then you can always take a look at our 10 Top Things to do on a New York Break. There are of course many other things to do but this is a good list of things to start with.

If you decide to travel in June but want to miss the big crowds then try to take your New York break as early as possible since the latter part of the month can get very busy once the schools break for the summer. This can tend to make the big attractions such as the Empire State Building very busy.

Weather

Visit the Statue of Liberty on your New York Break in June

June weather in New York ranges on average from 18C to 26C so its generally warm enough to walk around in your T-shirt. It generally gets hotter through July and August so June makes a perfect choice for a New York break if you want it to be fine and warm enough for walking about but don’t want it too hot that you are always having to seek shelter from the heat.

Events in New York in June

There are some notable film and music festivals and events that happen during June and many of them are free to attend in the outdoors. The Central Park SummerStage events present a variety of different music, dance and other art forms. Some events are free so may be worth checking out if you enjoy a live show on your New York break.

Other events and festivals to note in June are the JVC Jazz Festival, Shakespeare in the Park, the Bryant Park Film Festival and the Met Opera in the Parks.

Another great thing about June is that the twice yearly Restaurant Week occurs. During this time, many of New York’s restaurants provide meals at discounted prices which enables you to try a good number of different restaurants. This might encourage you to try somewhere new or try something a little more adventurous than usual since the prices will be low. Of this does mean that restaurants in New York usually get very busy during Restaurant Week so its advisable to book well in advance.

You can see that visiting New York in June can be a great option if you want to enjoy the warm weather at the same time as enjoying all the summer activities that New York has to offer.

New York weekend breaks are not only affordable with cheap flights and reasonable places to stay if you shop around, they are exciting also. New York has so much to offer in terms of entertainment, sight seeing and shopping. Whatever you enjoy doing you will most likely find it in New York.  A New York break will be truly memorable and you will doubtless want to take home some souvenirs as well as many photos.

Plenty to do and see on a New York Weekend Break

If you enjoy relaxing then book into one of the many spas during your weekend break and get yourself a soothing massage or one of the many other treatments on offer. You will then be sure to be fully relaxed to enjoy your break or, if preferred, have one at the end of your break ready for a relaxing travel home.

If you enjoy plays and musicals then head to Broadway where you will find some of the best musicals ever produced. New York is famous for its entertainment and Broadway famous worldwide for its plays and shows.

New York City has plenty to offer for sports lovers also. Madison Square Garden is home of the New York Knicks, New York’s Baseball team. You can go here to watch them play against some of America’s other famous teams.

If you love tennis then you can head to Flushing Meadows. Some of the biggest names in tennis have played here and if you happen to be taking your New York weekend break in late August or early September then Flushing Meadows is home to the US Open Grand Slam tournament.

For sightseers, New York has some of the USA’s mostly recognisable sights. The Empire State building, the Statue of Liberty and Times Square are all famous places that you will likely want to visit.

No matter what you want to do or see, you will find plenty to keep you occupied on your New York Weekend break and most likely need to plan a second visit to see more. Make sure you remember to pack your camera so that you have plenty of memories to take home with you.

New York in May

The only real down side to visiting in May is that the summer programme of events is not in full motion so this may limit you on available things to do. However, if you are going mainly for sight seeing then May is as good as any of the summer months, minus the heat.

Weather

The temperature in May ranges on average from 12C to 20C although you should check the weather before travelling. There can be variances in weather either way so you may find it slightly colder or even warmer depending on current weather conditions. New York can have some rainy days in May so its advisable to take an umbrella and also a jacket as it may feel a little more chilly during the evenings.

Events in New York in May

The main event in New York in May is Memorial Day on the last Monday of the month. This is a day to commemorate those who have lost their lives in defence of America. Other events to watch out for is the annual Tribeca Film Festival, the Dance Parade and the ‘Toast of Town’ wine tasting event amongst others.

In summary, visiting New York in May can be an excellent choice. You can enjoy less queues and crowds, yet experience the city by walking as the weather tends to be warm enough to make it enjoyable.

Times Square at Night

Times Square is synomous with the glitz and glamour that is New York City. If you go on a New York City break then doubtless you will have Times Square on your list of landmarks to visit. Times Square is made up of several blocks and can be found where Broadway intersects with 7th Avenue.

Times Square derived its name in 1904 after the New York Times moved in to a new skyscraper that had been built there. Since then it became know as Times Square. During the early 1900’s, Times Square soon became a centre for theatre, high class hotels and concert venues.

Times Square by Day

After the Great Depression of the 1930’s, Times Square because notorious for crime and, in the years that followed, became filled with adult shops and theatres. It became a symbol of the cities decline. In the 1990’s an effort was made to clean up the area and generally improve the areas security. This ‘clean up’ operation has made the area much safer and today its a symbol of the high life of New York.

Times Square probably most famous for its huge array of neon signs and lit screens which are best seen at night for overall effect. It’s certainly a great attraction which is something you will want to see on your New York break.

Brooklyn Bridge is a big part of New Yorks history as well as being the first steel wire suspension bridge in the world! As well as being the main route to and from Manhattan from Brooklyn, it has a raised centre walkway which provides an excellent opportunity to take around a mile walk and see the sights of the big city on your New York break.

Walking the Bridge

Walk the Brooklyn Bridge on your New York Break

As you walk down the bridge don’t forget to admire the huge granite, gothic towers which support the bridge. Also the Statue of Liberty will be visable on the left and even the famous Empire State Building poking above the rest of the skyline to the right. To the right also you will see Manhattan Bridge and even further away to the left past the Statue of Liberty, the huge Verrazano suspension bridge. Look out for the viewpoint guides and information plates dotted along the bridge which help you to identify what to look out for as you walk along as well as providing extra information on the bridge and its history.

The Brooklyn Bridge will take around 20-30 minutes to walk from end to end depending on your pace.

If you do wish to walk the other way from Manhattan, then take a train to City Hall and start your walk from there.

Whichever way you go, walking the bridge will be an unforgettable experience on your New York break.

A Few Bridge Facts

Height of towers above high tide: 276.5 feet
Bridge length end to end: 5.989 feet, 1.13 miles
Opened in: 1883

New York City is a fantastic place to visit, you can check out some of the best things to do in New York by look back at some of the previous postings. Heres one to get your started: 10 Top Things to do on a New York Break

But for now here are the best Cheap Weekend Breaks to New York in April 2010.

Visit the Statue of Liberty on your cheap New York Break

Cheap Weekend Breaks – During April 2010
(Prices are per person)

(Please note that prices above were correct at time of posting however prices change constantly so I cannot be responsible if the price is no longer accurate. Clicking any of the above links will give you a list of current deals with current pricing however.)

There’s many fantastic things to do during a cheap break to New York. From shopping to sight seeing, partying to leisure activities, dining to pampering, theres something for everyone in New York City.

New York City is a really interesting and exciting city of the world even if it isn’t the biggest. It has so much cultural history and a lot of fun-filled things to do, you will never get bored during your stay.

So what things can you find to do in the ‘Big Apple’?

Visit the Empire State Building on your short break to New York City

Of course there are many hotels in New York but if you want the full New Yorker experience you can try staying in a New York holiday or vacation rental. Rental apartments are homes that are owner by New Yorkers but are let on a short term basis for visitors. This can be cheaper than staying in a hotel aswell as being a exciting way to enjoy your break in New York City.

Once you are settled in you will most likely want to head for some of the most popular tourist attractions. One of the most famous is the Empire State Building. Standing over a quarter of a mile high, you can travel to the top floor where you can get a fantasic birds eye view over Manhattan. It does tend to get very busy during the day so if you don’t want to queue, go in the nighttime to look out over the dazzling light show that New York is during the night.

Central Park is another famous place you can visit on your short break to New York. It’s such a contrast to walk into the 843 acre oasis in the middle of the bustling city. Full of trees and greenery its a fantasic place to just take some time out, relax or simply watch the world go by. Central Park also has plenty of sports facilities, restuarants, entertainment, recreation areas and a zoo.

For sport lovers there are several good options for you. You can visit the Yankee Stadium located in the Bronx, Madison Square Garden which is home to the New York Knicks basketball team, and Flushing Meadows home to the US Open tennis tournament. There will be plenty for sports fans on a short break to New York.

New York City has many bars and classy night clubs that you can enjoy partying into the small hours. Particularly in the Manhattan area there is plenty for party lovers that want to dance the night away.

So if you are planning on something special for your short break, New York presents a great option with plenty to do and see. Whether its a break on your own, with family or a suprise to treat someone special, a short break in New York will definately leave you with plenty of treasured memories. Don’t forget to pack your camera!

The borough of Manhattan is mainly centered on Manhattan Island however it also extends to include several neighbouring islands and small section of the mainland near the Bronx. Manhattan is a major centre of business, finance and culture and has includes some of the most famous landmarks of the USA.

In downtown Manhattan you can find Ground Zero, where the twin towers of the World Trade Center once stood. Many people go there to pay tribute and remember what happened there.

America’s most famous lady, the Statue of Liberty, stands on Liberty Island; also part of the Manhattan Borough. From the southern most point of Manhattan, in Battery Park, you can take a ferry over to Liberty Island and see her close up.

Of course, Manhattan is also home to the great shows of Broadway. If you are a lover of musicals and shows then you will want to pay a visit to Broadway and catch a show. Some of the best shows in the world can be found here.

If nightlife is your thing and you like to party then you will find plenty to keep you busy on your short break to Manhattan, New York. There are many of the best night clubs in the country to be found here and you can party into the early hours if you can handle it.

Manhattan is home to a legendary shopping experience. From the designer boutiques of Madison Avenue to familiar high street stores of Fifth Avenue you won’t be short of places to look around. Whether its window shopping or spending you should find plenty to keep you busy. If you want to buy souvenirs then there are also plenty of souvenir shops around the City.

If you are travelling with children then FAO Schwartz is a good place to visit. Being one of the most famous toy stores in the world, your kids will think entered toy heaven on going through the doors. Your kids can explore floor after floor of toys and you will doubtless spend a good deal of time here. You can also see some interesting demonstrations of some of the toys on offer. FAO Schwartz will definitely be worth a visit on your short break to Manhattan.

Above are just a few of the many things you can do in New York. Whatever your interests are, you are sure to find plenty to keep you busy on your short break in Manhattan.

New York City is a place of variety. There’s pretty much something for everyone but it pays to plan before you go on your New York break so that you do things which everyone will be happy with and enjoy.

Visit the Empire State Building on your cheap city break to New York

For big city views, a trip to the top of the Empire State building will be something you might want to do on your New York City break. There are two observatories which give breathtaking views over Manhattan. You will need a ticket to go into the Empire State Building though so make sure you have some dollars to hand.

The ‘Top of the Rock’ observatory from the top of one of the Rockafella Center buildings also can provide some great views. So if looking out over the city interests you then this will be another stop on your break.

For musical lovers, pop along to Broadway, home of some of the worlds top musicals. There’s plenty to entertain you with a range of different shows so you are sure to find at least one to interest you during your cheap city break in New York.

No break to New York would be complete without visiting America’s most famous lady – the Statue of Liberty. You can get a ferry to Liberty Island if you want to go right up close to her or the free to ride Staten Island ferry also goes close by for some good photo opportunities aswell as providing some great views of Manhattans skyline. If you’re a nature lover you may also wish to visit the botanical garden while in Staten Island.

These plenty more to do in New York of course. Many people return for further breaks since its impossible to see and do everything New York has to offer in a short weekend break. Whatever you do while you’re there, make sure you enjoy your cheap city break to New York.