Overwhelmed and don’t know where to start planning your next NYC getaway? With literally thousands and thousands of things to see and do, it can make even the most detailed planner manic. In this series, we’ll devour the big apple one little bite at a time. Get the credit card ready – Let’s shop the Big Apple!
1 – Department Stores
The most iconic and historical department stores in the world call Manhattan home. Don’t miss the wooden escalators in Macy’s Harold Square.
2 – Books
With each passing day, a good bookstore is harder to find, but NYC is a book lover’s paradise. Don’t miss these two gems, which house over 2.5 million selections of the written word!
3 – Zabar’s
You will find markets and delis on every street of the city; however, Zabar’s offers a unique experience for the taste buds and has an incredible kitchenware collection.
4 – The Flying Tiger Copenhagen
This quirky little store is fun, plain fun, and pretty easy on the pocketbook.
5 – 5th Avenue
Often referred to as the most expensive street in the world, 5th Avenue is a shopper’s paradise. The beautifully appointed stores also make this an incredible place to window shop.
Although shopping is an experience any time of the year, the holiday season is a particular delight. The city comes alive with musical and electronic wonder!