Archive for November 12th, 2008
New York City Helicopter Tours
Are you looking to get the most of your tour in New York City? If you always thought that it is impossible to catch a glimpse of the entire city within half an hour or less, then you are in for a big surprise! There are various New York City helicopter tours to give you a spectacular bird’s-eye view of the entire city.
Would seeing New York City on a helicopter cost you a fortune? New York City helicopter tours would be a bit expensive, but they are one of the most adventurous and exciting ways to see the city. The best part is that you get to see the city without any traffic jams. Every minute of a helicopter tour of New York City is not only stimulating, but also worth every dollar you have paid.
Helicopter tours through New York City take you literally everywhere – from Greenwich to Brooklyn – without your having to leave your seat. The helicopter tour operators also look after your special needs. You would need to book your passes for the helicopter tours in advance, as they sell out like hotcakes.
You could see the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Wall Street, Central Park and the Chrysler Building – all for about 110 dollars per person and within a matter of just 15 minutes.
Although most helicopter tour operators would charge a lot of money, there are some operators like Xperience Days which offer helicopter tours for as little as 70 dollars.
What’s more, a helicopter tour through New York City could be very romantic. So go ahead and enjoy the ride through New York City.
The 5 Best New York Tourist Attractions
New York City is rich with tourist attractions. It’s not so much a matter of having attractions to visit, it’s more about having enough time to see the things you want to see. In this article, I will cover some of the best strategies involved when seeing New York tourist attractions.
Let’s start with some of the essentials that should be on your list of attractions to see. For man-made structures, you have the beautiful and patriotic Statue of Liberty, a truly breathtaking experience. Also, the staggering and second tallest skyscraper in the US, the Empire State building. Fly up the 86 floors in a high-speed elevator, so you can look out over the city from the observation deck.
One beautiful natural structure that no one should miss is the Niagara Falls. This is one of the most popular attractions in New York City. Also, the beautiful and history rich Ellis Island, which is home to the Statue of Liberty, is a must to visit and explore as well.
What about places where the people congregate? Be sure to wander around Times Square and Central Park. Times Square will catch your eye with all its animation and neon signs, as well as the different types of commerce and fast pace buzzing in the air. Central Park is a great place to take a ride in a horse and carriage, or simply relax and enjoy the surroundings. And if you get bored, make sure to visit the Central Park zoo while you are there.
There are a number different ways you can see sites in New York. You can go on a boat tour, helicopter tours, travel by foot or even take bus tours. Helicopter tours are not as expensive as you think — sometimes they are as cheap as $75 per person, and last around 20 minutes per tour.
Boat tours are a great way for you to see sites in New York that you cannot access by traveling on land. Also, there are great hop in/hop out taxi boat services that double as both a tour and way to get from one place to the next.
Shopping in New York City is a breathtaking experience. Saks on Fifth Avenue is so big that you can get lost while going through all 10 levels of the shopping room floors. They boast one of the best men’s departments in the entire world! Also, stop by DeBeers to check out the different jewelry available, and to see the famous 203 carat flawless stone!
Other things you should add to your list of New York tourist attractions are Broadway shows, fashion shows, and fine dining establishments. The most talented Broadway performers in the nation can be found in New York, and the New York fashion week fashion shows have revolutionized the industry. As far as eating is concerned, head down to the Greenwich Village and have your pick of different restaurants with both tasty cuisine and a wonderful atmosphere.
If you’re going to be in New York City for five to nine days, consider purchasing a New York City Pass. This will allow you to save 50% on specific ones, like visits to certain museums as well as different eating establishments. It also helps cut down on the time you wait in lines when you’re visiting different tourist attractions. You can purchase these on the Internet, as well as get more information about the different attractions a New York City Pass covers.
If you’re going to see all the ones that are available and suit your interest, it is a must that you plan ahead. Look at the different touring options that are available to you, and consider the different types of attractions that you must see when you visit New York. Use some of the suggestions above as a starting point to brainstorm your list of New York tourist attractions to see.
Choose The Maldives for your Honeymoon
The beautiful holiday destination of The Maldives is an extremely popular honeymoon destination.
There are 1200 islands in total, with 80 of those containing resorts and tourist facilities.
For this reason it is often booked out year round so it would be a good idea to book early regardless of the time of year you are traveling. Being in the tropics, it never truly gets cold there so you can even travel in the traditional winter months and still enjoy your time there. It should be noted that the Maldives is a very expensive place to holiday at. Resorts have a monopoly over accommodation and there is not really any budget accommodation there. It is a place for the cashed up tourist and luxury seeker.
Some of the best and most exotic honeymoon resorts in the Maldives are:
- Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru
- Four Seasons Resort Maldives
- Laguna Maldives
- Olhuveli Beach & Spa Resort
- Soneva Gili Resort & Spa
- Vakarufalhi Island Resort
- Vilu Reef Beach & Spa Resort
- Mirihi
Whichever you choose, you will definitely be pampered and most people find it difficult to leave!
If you love diving, then you will find that the Maldives a great choice for your honeymoon. The best diving attractions in the Maldives are the colorful schools of fish such as Black and White Snappers, Humpback Snappers, Barracuda, Unicornfish, Yellowback Fusiliers, Trevally Jacks and more. The sheer number and range of fish here is astounding and divers will never experience a boring dive, nor will they ever see the same dive twice!
The fact there are no cars (only boats) make The Maldives a very secluded destination for your honeymoon. There can be nothing more romantic than an afternoon boat trip on crystal blue water with colorful fish and coral beneath your boat.
Other honeymoon options in the Maldives are private bungalows.
Some of the best places to visit whilst on a Maldives honeymoon are:
- Male - This is the capital of the Maldives and is the most commercial of all areas. It is only here that you will find a few stores and small restaurants outside of the resorts.
- Makunudu Island - This is an amazingly romantic place, with golden beaches and walkways which are lined with palm trees. This is a place where you will feel at one with nature and your partner.
The Maldives are possibly the single most romantic honeymoon location in the world. I hope you will consider visiting here for your honeymoon! Or at least make it known to your fellow bachelor friends who would appreciate your valued recommendation.
Read more about Maldives Hotels Guide and vacation packing checklist.
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