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Date of publication 07/08/2017

Wellness

Trip to the Big Apple 8 original plans for your next getaway to New York

From attending a Yankees game to seeing New York from a bird's eye view​

New York is the Statue of Liberty. And Fifth Avenue. And Times Square. And the Brooklyn Bridge. And the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Below, we detail a range of proposals and experiences that will make your trip to New York unforgettable.

<h2><strong>Catch a Yankees Game</strong></h2>

<p>With 40 professional teams in the MLB, the <strong>New York Yankees are the most widely known and loyally followed team worldwide. </strong>Don&rsquo;t fret if you don&rsquo;t understand the rules of the game, the fact of just being present in one of the NY Yankees game in the Yankee Stadium is an experience all in its own. Jump out of your seat with pure excitement next to 50,000 loyal Yankee fans and revel in America&rsquo;s pastime.</p>

Attend a Yankees game. Of the more than 40 professional teams in MLB (Major League Baseball in the United States), the New York Yankees are the most famous team and the one with the most fans worldwide. Don’t worry if you don’t understand the rules: just witnessing a New York Yankees game at Yankee Stadium is an experience in itself. Stand up from your seat in pure excitement alongside 50,000 fans and enjoy a typically American form of entertainment.

<h2><strong>Enjoy a picnic outing in Central Park</strong></h2>

<p>It is not a rare sight to see the New Yorkers enjoying a sunny day at the park. New York&rsquo;s &ldquo;green lung&rdquo; has several interesting corners: <strong>the famous John Lennon Memorial &ldquo;Imagine&rdquo; in Strawberry Fields </strong>was created to pay tribute to John Lennon, the neighboring <strong>Dakota building</strong>, <strong>Bow Bridge</strong>, the great lake with the <strong>Bethesda fountain</strong>, among others. After enjoying a picnic on the grass, <strong>rent a bike, visit the famous Central Park Zoo or calmly stroll around this natural oasis</strong>, with the skyscrapers teetering over the treetops.</p>

Enjoy a picnic in Central Park. It’s common to see New Yorkers enjoying a sunny day in the park. Central Park, the green lung of New York, features several points of interest, such as the famous John Lennon memorial with the word IMAGINE in Strawberry Fields, created to pay tribute to the Beatles’ leader; the nearby Dakota building, Bow Bridge, or the magnificent lake with Bethesda Fountain, among others. After savoring a picnic on the grass, rent a bike, visit the famous New York zoo, or stroll peacefully through this natural oasis, with skyscrapers rising above the treetops.

<p><strong>Brunch like a real New Yorker</strong></p>

<p>One of the most celebrated traditions among locals is to enjoy a great brunch at a local spot. You will find a great array of choices, with places such as the Great Northern Food Hall, located within Grand Central Station.</p>

<p><strong>Enjoy expertly crafted pancakes or a traditional New York style bagel.</strong></p>

Have brunch like a true New Yorker. One of the most cherished habits of New Yorkers is enjoying a good brunch at a nearby spot. During your stay in the city that never sleeps, you’ll find a wide variety of options for all tastes, including places like the Great Northern Food Hall inside Grand Central Station. Take a walk through the city and enjoy pancakes made by expert hands or a traditional New York-style bagel.

<h2><strong>Broadway, Disney, musicals oh my!</strong></h2>

<p>After <em>The Lion King</em>&rsquo;s success<em>, <strong>Aladdin</strong></em><strong> is the new Disney musical that is becoming a success in New York</strong>. More than 30 dancers on stage and electrifying choreographies will make you feel Broadway&rsquo;s legendary magic. The show is held in the classic <strong>New Amsterdam Theater</strong>, built in 1902 and has been preserved as a historic place by the City of New York.</p>

<p>The songs have been created exclusively for this family-friendly show, that local reviews have classified as <strong>&ldquo;at the height of the best musicals ever made.&rdquo;</strong></p>

<p>Be prepared to fly on the genie&rsquo;s magic carpet! When the show is over, walk <strong>around this Manhattan district; Broadway is home to more than 40 great theaters that showcase an array of shows</strong>.</p>

Get thrilled with Broadway… and Disney! Following the success of The Lion King, Aladdin is the Disney musical now taking New York by storm. More than 30 dancers on stage and electrifying choreography will let you experience the legendary magic of Broadway. The show takes place at the iconic New Amsterdam Theater, built in 1902 and preserved as a historic landmark by New York City authorities.

The songs were created exclusively for this family show, which local critics place “on par with the greatest musicals of all time.”

Get ready to fly on the genie’s magic carpet. When the performance ends, take a stroll through the Manhattan district; Broadway hosts more than 40 top-tier theaters offering all kinds of shows.

<h2><strong>Walk the Line</strong></h2>

<p>If new sights are what you&rsquo;re looking for then look no further! With over a mile of unique plants, flowers and views of Manhattan&rsquo;s West Side the elevated rail structure is now known as High Line. From star gazing to art installations and weekly events this retired freight rail line is now the scenic path to Hudson Yards, home to Vessel, an architectural marvel utilizing an interconnected honeycomb of staircases, inaugurated March 15th, 2019.</p>

Stroll along the High Line

If you want to see New York from a new perspective, look no further! With over 2 km of unique plants, flowers, and views of Manhattan’s west side, the elevated railway that once ran through the city is now called the High Line. In addition to giving you the chance to see the stars and attend weekly exhibitions and events, this disused freight rail line is now a beautiful pathway leading to Hudson Yards. There you will find The Vessel, an architectural marvel featuring a network of interconnected staircases forming a massive honeycomb, inaugurated on March 15, 2019.

<p><strong>Try something new in Smorgasburg market</strong></p>

<p><strong>The lively Williamsburg neighborhood</strong> is an ideal place to start your Brooklyn discovery. If you visit New York between April and October, do not miss out on the chance to discover the <strong>Smorgasburg food market</strong>, with hundreds of vendors right next to the East River. In this market, otherwise known as &ldquo;The Woodstock of Eating,&rdquo; you will be able to taste anything you can imagine while enjoying the <strong>privileged views of Manhattan</strong>.</p>

<p>After lunch and some shopping, take a walk and discover the nearby <strong>Domino Park</strong>, an evocative park with some unforgettable views.</p>

Try something new at Smorgasburg Market

The lively neighborhood of Williamsburg is an ideal place to start exploring Brooklyn. If your trip to New York takes place between April and October, don’t miss the chance to visit Smorgasburg Market, with hundreds of vendors set up along the East River. In this market, also known as the Woodstock of Food, you can try everything you can imagine while enjoying privileged views of Manhattan.

After eating and shopping a bit, take a walk to explore the nearby Domino Park, an evocative park offering unforgettable views that will leave you breathless.

<h2><strong>New York, from a Unique Perspective</strong></h2>

<p>Want to unleash your adrenaline and contemplate New York and its incredible skyline? The view from a helicopter is just what you need, you will not see the Big Apple the same way once you get a new perspective on the unique skyline.</p>

<p>If you are looking for a white-knuckle experience, FlyNYon offers you <strong>the chance of flying with your legs dangling off the helicopter.</strong> An authentic experience at a bird&rsquo;s-eye view.</p>

Admire New York from a unique perspective

Do you want an adrenaline rush and to see New York and its incredible skyline? The views from a helicopter are all you need. You won’t see the Big Apple the same way again after experiencing this unique perspective of the skyscrapers.

And if you’re looking for even stronger thrills, FlyNYon offers you the chance to fly with your legs dangling outside the helicopter. A true bird’s-eye view experience.