Making the Most of Manhattan
by Caitlin Moore
When people speak of New York City, of its bright lights, Plan a schedule but don't be surprised if you end up
cosmopolitan vibe and constant hustle and buzz, they're straying from it; there is always something unexpected
most likely thinking of Manhattan. Not to diminish the that will catch your eye, like an old record store or a cozy
importance or the far bigger land space of the other bench in the park that will tempt you to pause and
boroughs, but Manhattan is the shining star of the city experience a corner of the city that isn't mentioned in the
when it comes to densely packed and eye-popping sights, guide books.
sounds and attractions. For vacationers anyway, this is
where it's at. This cultural capital is brimming with big-time museums
and intimate galleries, so if you're in the market to buy or
Nothing compares to your first time in Manhattan. just look you'll certainly have the chance. MoMA was just
Movies, TV shows, famous photographs and glimpses of recently remodeled, and packs in several floors of well-
the New York Times have all known pieces that you've probably
probably acquainted you with the seen represented on t-shirts and
general idea of the city, but the coffee mugs but never with your
gritty, vibrant atmosphere and own eyes, until now. You'll repeat
overwhelming size of it all, from the this experience again and again
skyscrapers to the personalities, while you're here, "so that's what it
must be experienced firsthand. Your really looks like..." Chances are
gaze will fly from the shops to the you'll be repeatedly thrilled, and
high-rises and from people's faces to glad you're finally getting to see the
the brilliant billboards, but at the real Manhattan.
same time the business-like flow of
the foot traffic will keep you You'll certainly work your legs as
moving. The last thing you'll want to you walk around the city, which
do is stand out like a sore thumb, so gives you the best views, but taking
don your blackest and most a cab and hopping on the subway
fashionable attire and keep yourself should also be given a whirl. Unless
from openly gawking. you're coming from another metro
area, these novelties will add
You may not be able to help showing authenticity to the whole trip.
a sense of wonder from time to time Nothing introduces you to a city
though, which is just fine. There will better than chatting with a cab
be plenty of other tourists alongside driver, and sitting beside the
you as you take in the traditional scenes; the Empire State commuters as you speed underground will be the best
Building, the United Nations, Central Park, people-watching experience of your life.
Bloomingdale's...the list of must-sees is as long as the
subway line and you'll need every minute of your vacation To sink into the culture even more, consider doing
to see it all. In case you haven't figured it out yet, this isn't something unconventional; instead of reserving a hotel
going to be the kind of trip that involves a lot of lounging room, rent a vacation property. You may think these exist
around; Manhattan requires energy and your full only on the beach or in the woods, but contemporary
attention, and you'll probably find these pretty easy to apartments and posh condos are scattered throughout the
give. city and allow visitors to live like locals. With a view from
the top and all the amenities you need to feel cozy and
Catch a Broadway show (savvy travelers can pick up half- taken care of, Manhattan vacation rentals provide an
price tickets the day of), eat a giant sandwich at an elegant and convenient experience that will only add to
authentic deli, watch the street performers at Washington what is certain to be an amazing trip.
Square Park, and shop (or window shop) to your heart's
content at all the stores you've so far only heard mentioned About the Author
in magazines. Wander from downtown to uptown, Visit HomeAway.com as you start to plan your next
Greenwich Village to TriBeCa, Chinatown to Little Italy. vacation.
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