| Page Views: 5,320 Last Visit to New York City: August, 2008 | I LOVE NEW YORK, STILL by ForestqueenNYC - last update: Mar 13, 2009 |
During my life the big and small cities that I have lived in have been New York, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, Boston, Rome, Florence, Siena, and presently Paris. I love all of these cities and would live in any of them again, but for me nothing can beat New York, not even where I live at this moment and hope to live for more years to come.
The photo above is is on Broadway in Midtown. It isn't where I would like to live in Manhattan, but I love going there. I even love gaudy Times Square and all it's neon.
Many years ago I went to Parson's School of Design very near 42nd and 7th. I commuted there from Washington, DC, once a week for six months. When a friend of mine, a native New Yorker, found out that I walked from the school to the Port Authority Bus Station at 42nd and 8th he was horrified and told me that it was the most dangerous part of the city. I am happy to say that, thanks to former Mayor Guiliani, it has been cleaned up and is no longer as sleazy and dangerous as it once was.
Madison Square Garden, Penn Station, the Fashion District, Times Square, are all located in Midtown. It is a vibrant part of New York. Toys R Us has opened a fabulous new store in Midtown. It's a must for both children and adults. |
| Rita and Francesca In Front Of Plaza Hotel |
|  | The Plaza I am sad to say that the Plaza is closing its doors on April 30th and is being converted into condos. It will include a small hotel as well. If you are in Manhattan before closure, you may want to stop in and have lunch at the restaurant in the court or a drink in the famous Oak Bar. At least take a peek at the tiny Eloise gift shop. For more information on its closure, check out these links:
http://msnbc.msn.com/id/6873041/ and
http://www.eloisewebsite.com/
9/23/05
The Plaza is now closed as a hotel and they are working to convert it into condominiums. The owners have agreed to keep 348 rooms as hotel rooms. They will also retain the Grand Ballroom, the Palm Court, and the famous Oak Bar.
For more information go to this site.
http://www.nationaltrust.org/magazine/archives/arc_news_2005/041905.htm |
Avenue of the Americas | | | View of Avenue of the Americas from Midtown |
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| Pros: | "The energy, the activity. You can always find something to do, even if it is just walking in an interesting neighborhood." | | Cons: | "It's incredibly expensive." | | In A Nutshell: | "The Most Exciting City In The World!" |
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Yaqui Sat Jun 13, 2009 18:56 UTC
Wonderful page! New York City is such a lively city and there is so much to see. You've given some wonderful tips here Francesca. More informative! | saccharinicity Sun Aug 17, 2008 16:44 UTC
i tried dirty pierre's last night! that was quite possibly THE best burger i have ever tried. EXCELLENT!!!!! | gilabrand Mon Dec 3, 2007 08:14 UTC
A free "hunt" - that sounds interesting. I only wish I had time to do it...My upcoming trip to NY will probably consist of very little in the way of fun. | mvtouring Thu Feb 22, 2007 12:26 UTC
It has now been confirmed by yourself and your tips. NY has a lot of shopping to offer. ;-) |
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