Cruise Nation are delighted to bring you our great range of New York Cruise & Stay Holidays. This means that Cruise Nation bring you massive choice on cruise lines to sail with throughout the year. Our New York Smart Packages feature FREE stays in one of many handpicked hotels which are all centrally located in New York providing you with the ideal base from which to explore all that this exciting destination has to offer.
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Empire State Building
Empire State Building
Located in the centre of Midtown Manhattan, visitors can choose from the 86th and 102nd floor observatories, both of which offer 360-degree views of New York City.
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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
A symbol of hope and freedom for the millions of immigrants who passed through neighbouring Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty can be visited on the ferry from Battery Park. Combine your trip with a tour of the Ellis Island Immigration Museum and research your family history through their genealogy records.
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Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center
Come winter, the Rockefeller Centre is also home the most famous ice-rink in the world, where locals and tourists alike can be found skating under the light of the iconic Rockefeller Christmas Tree.
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Grand Central Terminal
Grand Central Terminal
The grand building is not only the city's main transport hub but also one of its most historic buildings. Opened in 1913, millions of commuters and visitors have passed through Grand Central Terminal over the past 100 years, with the common New York phrase "Meet me at the clock" referring to the Station's opal-faced Main Concourse Information Booth Clock.
Restaurants
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Masa
Masa
For somewhere that tops the list of the most expensive and unique dining experiences in the world, head to chef Masa Takayama's New York restaurant.
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Le Coucou
Le Coucou
One of New York City's best French restaurants, Le Coucou is located in stylish Soho and features an open kitchen and excellent selection of classic French dishes.
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Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare
Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare
Brooklyn's only three-Michelin-starred restaurant, the Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare is an exclusive dining experience conjured up by chef César Ramirez. The indulgent 15-course menu changes daily and is inspired by Japanese cuisine and French technique.
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Eleven Madison Park
Eleven Madison Park
One of Manhattan's most loved restaurants, Eleven Madison Park is an Art Deco style eatery, run by Swiss chef Daniel Humm. Overlooking Madison Square Park, the restaurant offers an eight to ten course menu in the main dining room.
Nightlife
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King Cole Bar
King Cole Bar
Located at the St. Regis New York Hotel, the world-famous King Cole Bar has played host to an array of stars and celebrities over the years, including Marilyn Monroe and Salvador Dali.
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The Ides At Wythe Hotel
The Ides At Wythe Hotel
Where can you find the best skyline views of Manhattan? Brooklyn, of course. Head to The Ides at Wythe Hotel and grab a space on the outdoor terrace for some of the most impressive, dramatic view of the city.
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The Dead Rabbit New York
The Dead Rabbit New York
Voted the "World's Best Bar" for two years running, The Dead Rabbit is an Irish pub with a difference. With a traditional taproom, cocktail lounge and occasion space, there's plenty to keep every taste happy here.
Events
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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Held on Thanksgiving every year, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is the largest parade in the world. Running annually since 1924 and hosted by U.S. department store Macy's, the televised parade starts at 9am and last for three hours, with more than 3.5 million people spectating.
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New Year's Eve in Times Square
New Year's Eve in Times Square
Nowhere does New Year's Eve quite like New York. If you're lucky enough to be visiting the city during the holiday period, Times Square is the place to bring in the New Year - with the world-famous New Year's Eve Ball dropping from One Times Square.