Head to New York State in 2008!

Looking for inspiration for your next holiday? A fortnight bumming around on a beach is just not your thing? You want shopping, great food, architecture, culture, skiing, golf, wine tours, nature, adventure, romance, scenery? Then visit Nylovesyou.co.uk or see below for 10 reasons to extend your trip to New York City and explore what the State of New York has to offer.

1) Shopping – New York City, The shopper’s paradise! With an astonishing variety of choices, from tiny fashionable boutiques to Macys, the world’s largest department store, this magnificent city is the Shopping Capital of the World. However, save it until the end of the trip, you can’t hike, bike and do everything else listed below with a dozen Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s bags! In addition to the fantastic shopping in Manhattan, you can also enjoy world class shopping in the quaint towns and villages of New York State. From tiny boutiques in historical villages, to huge outlet stores offering amazing discounts on designer clothing, New York State is a shopaholic’s dream.

2) Adventure – From white water rafting and wilderness canoeing trips in the Adirondacks, to caving and rock ice climbing in Saratoga, diving in Albany and horseback riding in the Catskills, hunting, sky diving, abseiling…the list goes on and on…

3) Skiing - With more than 50 downhill ski areas - more than any other State – New York provided skiers with a greater variety of on-and off-slope ski experiences. From the challenging black-diamond trails to some of the highest verticals in the East, from the abundance of varying terrain to family-friendly hills, New York’s ski areas offer something for skiers of every skill level.

4) Eating – From classic American fare to any ethnic dish that you can think of, you’ll find it here! New York State's restaurants will please everyone, including the fine gourmet. Bring your appetite and prepare to have your taste buds dance with delight.

5) Amusement parks and Casino’s - Butterflies are in your stomach as you slowly climb the roller coaster’s track, waiting for the moment when you pass over the top and begin flying downward at speeds up to 70 mph…WOW! Enjoy the thrill of rides, a water park, mini-golf or go-karts at one of New York State’s amusement parks or family entertainment centres.

6) Drinking - Find yourself gazing over grape-covered hills when you tour one of our vineyards and taste for yourself why New York State wines win awards year after year. Visit one of our breweries and discover why New York State has been a leader in the hops industry throughout the years.

7) Nature, parks & zoo’s - If you’re a nature enthusiast then New York State is the place for you! Home to 176 state parks, four mountain ranges, thousands of miles of rivers, streams, canals, lakes and ocean shores, New York naturally offers something for everyone.

8) Culture - Discover arts and culture in New York State’s many museums, which feature art, photography, history, science and more. Experience the excitement of a live show on Broadway in New York City, the world's most famous theatre district. Visit theatres across the state that regularly host ballet, concerts and more

9) Sports – A sports enthusiast’s appetite can be satisfied anywhere in New York State. Attend professional football, baseball, basketball and hockey games. Visit Olympic training facilities in Lake Placid or spend the day celebrating America’s favourite pass time in Cooperstown. All varieties of racing, from the oldest harness track in the world, to fast-paced stock car racing can be found in New York State.

10) Spas - Long ago, Native Americans used New York State's mineral waters for relaxation and healing. Today, the state's destination and day spas provide a wonderful way to relax and rejuvenate. Enjoy a message, facial and many other treatments.

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