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Where You Can be Saucy, Hip, Brilliant, Impossibly Sexy<\/h3>\n

\"NewSightsee<\/strong>: It\u2019s the hit of the skyline and a constant star on TV and in the movies, but have you seen New York from the top of the Empire State Building? Relive Sleepless in Seattle the next time you\u2019re there and you won\u2019t regret it. Whether you choose to view from the 86th floor observatory or go all the way up to the deck on the 102nd floor, the view is out-of-this-world. Bring your quarters for the high-powered binoculars. Date night? Make a pre-dinner visit, head up at dusk and watch night evolve from this most romantic spot. Empire State Building, 350 Fifth Ave, Ste. 300, 212.736.3100, www.esbnyc.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Stay:<\/strong> The Jumeirah Essex house located on prestigious Central Park South is one of New York\u2019s best hotels. The Essex house is home to a prestigious art collection with commissioned pieces by Korean photographer Atta Kim and American landscape painter Mark Innerst. This extraordinary hotel has an artist-in-residence program developed by the hotel\u2019s curator, Katherine Gass. The rooms and suites are luxurious, offering an array of fabulous amenities. Travelgirls will love the rooms overlooking Central Park. This hotel has been voted North America\u2019s leading hotel; it holds the Michelin Guide\u2019s 2007 \u201cFive Pavilions Award\u201d and AAA\u2019s Four-Diamond distinction. A chat with the concierge can get you a seat at the best table in town or lead you to an array of audio tours including a walking tour of Central Park. www.jumeirahessexhouse.com<\/a> or 888.645.5697 for reservations.<\/p>\n

Live Like a Local:<\/strong>\u00a0 Welcome to NYC\u2019s favorite playground: Central Park, where you could literally spend a week (or more!) sightseeing, exercising, people-watching and simply soaking up the spirit of New York. There\u2019s a castle, a zoo, a bridle path, a skating rink, a carousel\u2026 the list is seriously endless. Free seasonal walking tours happen on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays from the Central Park Conservancy www.centralparknyc.org, and stop by one of the park\u2019s three visitor centers to find out details on music and theater performances. www.nycgovparks.org<\/a><\/p>\n

New Standout:<\/strong> The Buddha Bar \u2013 New York\u2019s hottest new chow down is located in the heart of the Meat Packing District. The Big Apple version of the famous Parisian namesake is a supreme delight. Your taste buds travel the world as you are treated to an array of Asian delights, French tantalizers, Indian curries and grilled Colorado lamb chops. Start your experience with a cocktail aptly named Cote d\u2019Azure, a stunning mix of lychee and grapes combined with vodka and pinot grigio or perhaps you might try a Spa, sipping a concoction of fresh cucumbers with citrus, a hint of vanilla and vodka. The bar provides sheer bliss with a background of mesmerizing music. Call way ahead for a weekend reservation. Be prepared, a line forms after 11pm, when the celebs come to dream the night away. Buddha Bar, 25 Little West 12th Street, 212.647.7314, www.buddhabarnyc.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Savor:<\/strong> Of course you\u2019ll visit Times Square, so be sure to plan for time at Carmine\u2019s where you\u2019ll never be able to clean your plate (the portions are family-style in a big way) but you\u2019ll wish you could, since everything\u2019s delicious. There are two mouthwatering locations. The Upper West Side spot has outdoor seating and is usually slightly less crowded. If your group is smaller than six, you can\u2019t make reservations after 7PM, but it\u2019s so worth the wait. Carmine\u2019s: Theater District, 200 West 44th St, 212.221.3800, Upper West Side, 2450 Broadway, 212.362.2200, www.carminesnyc.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Shop:<\/strong> Lord & Taylor was founded in 1826, but this isn\u2019t just your mother\u2019s store anymore; it\u2019s a shopping mecca for today\u2019s successful women. Browse the landmark store located on 37th and Fifth and you will find a wealth of trendy fashions, designer couture and everything from fine jewelry to the latest in cosmetics. The shoe salon is a must-visit \u2014 and bring the guys \u2014 Lord & Taylor offers an abundance of upscale men\u2019s clothing and footwear. If you happen to be in New York anytime from mid-November until the end of the year, don\u2019t miss the Christmas windows on Fifth Avenue. They are always spectacular, helping bring the spirit of the holidays to New York City. www.lordandtaylor.com<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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