New York will embrace you and sweep you off your feet, leaving you breathless at the end of it all. Such is the incredible aura of the ‘city that never sleeps’.

Art, culture, entertainment, architecture and history – this city has it all, and it has it in heaps. You can never assume to experience New York in its entirety in just one trip.

The feast that is New York starts with museums and art centres that cover the entire spectrum of subjects known to mankind – science, art, history, et al.

You can best see New York on foot. Wander along its many streets and you will find unexpected cafes, bookstores, temples and boutiques. You could spend hours, if not days, here and still not satiate your desire for more.

When in New York:

• You cannot visit New York and visit the Statue of Liberty. Hop on to the ferry and take the mandatory selfie against the mighty lady.
• Central Park, made famous by numerous Hollywood movies, deserves several hours of your time. Walk, peddle or take a carriage ride through its green pathways. In winter you can even glide across Wollman Rink on skates.
• Ride up to the 86^th Floor Observatory of the Empire State Building and treat yourself to spectacular views of the city.
• Do not pass up an opportunity to visit Broadway, the theatre district of NY city. You need to plan well in advance if you wish to watch a play here.
• Pay homage to the thousands of lives lost in the 9/11 September attack on US soil at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.
• Walk along Highline, New York’s latest addition to its tourist attractions. This former rail line has been converted into a walking urban street above the city streets.
• Walk across the Brooklyn Bridge, the world’s first steel suspension bridge, to truly experience its history and architecture.
• Your shopping isn’t complete until you’ve browsed the stores at SoHo, one our favourite shopping districts in downtown Manhattan.

New York is a city that will leave you breathless, but it is an encounter that cannot be missed.We will help plan the best curated NY city holiday as per your exact needs. Just tell us your preferences and your holiday will be ready in a jiffy.

Go on a power trip when in Washington. The capital of the US, this place is replete with historical monuments, vast museums and brims over with political power too.

Begin your Washington experience with the Smithsonian Institution – 19 museums, choc-a-bloc with artifacts, most of them lined up along the Mall. Entry to themuseums is free, giving you a huge opportunity to get up-to-date on your knowledge about the world in general.

Take a step into America’s past by making your way through all the monuments that stand testimony to some of the best and worst times in American history.

Lighten things up by getting a taste of the art and culture of Washington. This city is home to quite a few prestigious venues and you might be able to book yourself a performance if you book well in time.

When in Washington:

• Head down to Capitol Hill and soak in the feel of power. Take a selfie against the massive white domed US Capitol and then head inside to enjoy fantastic relief work, paintings and frescoes.
• Say hello to the President of the United States of America at the White House. Yes, you can take a tour inside the impressive premises that have housed all the presidents till date, except George Washington. However, those need to be booked in advance through your country’s embassy.
• The famous Lincoln Memorial has to be on your Washington itinerary. Taking a picture against the massive statue of a pensive seated Abraham Lincoln is thing to do when here.
• Across the lake from the Lincoln Memorial is the Washington Monument. Built as a tribute to the first President of the US, this obelisk gives you fantastic views of much of Washington from its top.
• The National Air and Space Museum will bring out the child in you. The collection air- and space-crafts is mesmerizing. Don’t forget to see the original Wright Brothers’ Flyer.
• Visit Universal Studios, an amusement park and movie studio that is perfect for families with older kids and teens.
• If you’re looking for some purchases, then head over to the Georgetown Flea Market. This is a great place to pick up antiques, handmade goods and assorted collectibles.

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