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New York - USA

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Low cost car rental deals in New York, USA.

New York - The energy of this city penetrates your heart & soul. New York is one of the worlds most famous shopping, entertainment and business cosmopolitan capitals.

The Big Apple grows bigger and better every year. This dynamic city has an energy all of its own with its never ending cacophony of street noise combined with Manhattan's chaotic but organised 24 hour adrenaline rush, it just simply can not fail to impress.

The first impression of Manhattan is its size. Skyscrapers appear around every corner, the best way to get your bearings is to start high above Manhattan at the observation deck of the famous Empire State Building. Here you will have unparalleled views of New York's famous skyline. The variety of things to do and places to go is awesome so plan your coming adventures and sightseeing carefully.

Take the Staten Island ferry and climb to the top of the Statue of Liberty, visit the cross Brooklyn Bridge, check out Greenwich Village and China Town, visit the United Nations and the Rockefeller Centre, take in a Broadway Show (or off Broadway), discounted tickets for same day performances are available at the TKTS booth on Time Square. - The list is endless.

Shopping: Shop till you drop at some of the world's most famous stores. Macy's is a must (on 34th & Broadway) or Bloomingdales (on 59th & Lexington). Greenwich Village is great for arty souvenirs and quaint boutiques, visit the Lower East Side for discount stores and New Jersey Gardens outlet stores. Discover the trendy shops of the TriBeCa District and the boutiques and galleries of SoHo.

Nightlife: There are literally thousands of restaurants to choose from and the diversity of cultures offers something to suite every palate, a good tip is to check out the Visitor's Bureau Restaurant Guide. Don't miss exciting Broadway, Lincoln Centre or Carnegie Hall for world class concerts and shows.

Excursions: City Tours - a must for the first timer. Helicopter Tour of The Big Apple - Capture the buzz, excitement and grandeur of this great city from the air, your perfect bite of the Big Apple and one you'll never forget. Yacht Dinner Cruise around Manhattan - a great dinning venue. Metropolitan Museum Of Modern Art - the worlds finest collections. Niagara Falls By Air - A full day tip including a trip on the 'Maid Of The Mist'.

The New York Sightseeing Pass: The New York pass is your entrance ticket to over 40 top New York attractions including the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, many Museums, NBC Studio Tour, Radio City Music Hall tour and much, much more. If you visit only two attractions per day you will start saving on the price of individual entrance tickets! 2-7 day passes available.

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USA The United States is a versatile and thrilling destination. You can discover an unequaled array of rich cultural, historic and natural treasures in one of the most exciting destinations in the world. The US is home to some of the worlds most vibrant and exciting cities as well as being the worlds most popular car hire and fly drive destination.

General information. Electricity is supplied at AC of 110volts. Plugs are either 2 flat parallel prongs or one cylindrical and two flat parallel prongs. Sales Tax exists in almost every state and is added to the advertised price of goods, meals and bar drinks. Taxes vary between states from 8% to 15%. Gratuities service charges are usually not included on bills in restaurants or bars. It is standard practice to tip between 12-15% of the bill. Customary gratuity to tour guides and motorcoach drivers is $4-5 per person per day.

Climate. As might be expected from the fourth largest country in the world, the climatic variations are enormous. Visit www.visitusa.org.uk for further information.

Major Gateways: Atlanta (ATL). Boston (BOS). Chicago O'Hare (ORD). Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW). Las Vegas McCarran (LAS). Los Angeles (LAX). Miami (MIA). New York John F. Kennedy (JFK). San Francisco (SFO). Washington Dulles (WAS). Orlando (MCO).

Special Events: 04July - fireworks over the Statue of Liberty for Independence Day. Jul-Aug free concerts in Central Park. Late Nov Thanksgiving Day Parade on Broadway from 85th street to Macy's.

Columbus Day 2nd Mon in Oct. Martin Luther King Day 3rd Mon in January.

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Top Attractions. Check out the following State information website guides for tips on sightseeing, what's on, special events and important dates.

California: www.visitcalifornia.com Florida: www.flausa.com ......... Arizona: www.arizonaguide.com Hawaii: www.gohawaii.com ..... Illinois: www.chicago-illinois.co.uk Kentucky: www.kentuckytourism.com Las Vegas: www.vegasfreedom.co.uk Massachusetts: www.usamass.com Minnesota: www.exploreminnesota.com Mississippi: www.deep-south-usa.com

New England:www.discovernewengland.org New York: www.nycvisit.com....... North Carolina: www.visitnc.com .... Pennsylvania: www.experiencepa.com Tennessee: www.deep-south-usa.com Texas: www.traveltex.com ....... Washington: www.washington.org

Car Hire: Driving in the US is easy, American roads are a joy to drive - wide and mainly straight whizzing you from state to state in no time. Book car hire in America with confidence thanks to the excellent rates and service of our partner Opodo.

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