As most people know, New York City is the largest city in the US, with just over 8 million people in an area of 469 square miles. This earns it the honor of being the most densely populated city in North America, and has the highest mass transit usage in the country. It is a global center for fashion, finance, entertainment and culture, and has a good variety of galleries, museums and other artistic attractions. The United Nations is headquarted in New York City. Also well know are the stock exchanges; the NASDAQ and the New York Stock Exchange, which are among the most important in the world.



Dubbed the "Big Apple", New York's ethnic diversity is reflected by it's population being made up of 33% foreign born people. Hip Hop enthusiasts may want to visit the Bronx, which is well known for it's roots. Several hip-hop artists grew up in the Bronx which is reflected in their music. If you want to experience firsthand what your favorite artist experienced you can always book a hotel in the Bronx.

Be sure to check out Broadway if you are into the performing arts. It's 39 theatres feature the brightest and best of the performing arts. Plays like "Cats" and "The Phantom of the Opera" are well known for their extremely long runs on Broadway. If you've never experienced a Broadway play, put this on your itinerary when you visit New York City. Other arts centers are made up of the New York Philharmonic, the New York City Opera, the New York City Ballet and the Metropolitan Opera. One of the world famouse performing venues is Carnegie Hall.

If you are an intrepid shopper, a visit to the Madison and Fifth Avenues is an absolute must. Here, many high end stores are congregated to serve those who are financially able. For those who prefer more moderately-priced goods, Herald Square is a good choice. Collectors of all sorts can go to East Village, where rare items are traded regularly, and food lovers can do no wrong when they pay a visit to Union Square. If any of these things appeal to you, consider booking New York hotels near these popular locations.

Whether the purpose of your trip to New York City is business or pleasure, it is important that you find the best accommodations that you can find. There are many New York hotels, and as in all cities there is great variation in terms of their prices and quality. No matter what your budget, however, you can probably find a New York hotel that you can afford, and if you search intelligently, you don't need to trade your comfort just for a few dollars of savings.