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The different areas of New York City

The bustling concrete jungle can be a very daunting place when you first arrive, so before you decide to take yourNew York holidays, familiarize yourself with the five different boroughs comprising the city.

Manhattan is densely populated and is home to most of the cities skyscrapers and Central Park. The borough is the financial center and plays host to shopping Heaven (and apparently the world’s “most expensive street!”) in the form of 5th Avenue and the brightly lit, commercial hub of Times Square.

Brooklyn is known for its cultural, ethnic and social diversity and distinctive architecture, such as the huge Williamsburgh Savings Bank and that which are located in Prospect Park. Brooklyn also encompasses a beautiful, far-stretching beachfront including the adjacent Coney Island, which is renowned for its amusements.

Queens is the biggest borough of New York and is the most diverse county ethnically in the US. It doesn’t quite have the tourism factor of the other boroughs but more and more people are visiting the area to appreciate the history, culture and food of New York without the crowds or prices of Manhattan. Citi Field – the home of the New York Mets lies within and the city annually hosts the U.S. Open tennis tournament making it a great location for sport fans too.

Bronx is the most northerly borough and the only none to be a part of United States homeland. The Bronx which is the birthplace of rap and hip-hop culture – is also home to the New York Yankees and their stadium, as well as the largest metropolitan zoo (Bronx Zoo) which covers 25 acres and houses over 6,000 animals.

Staten Island is reached by the free Staten Island Ferry – one of the city’s most favored tourist attractions. The ferry provides amazing views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the lower region of Manhattan. The island is home to 28 miles of walking trails and a vast area of untouched forest perfect for any lovers of nature!

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A Practical Guide To Catskills, New York

Catskills has a lot to offer as far as accommodations. This New York destination has many beautiful Catskills vacation rentals, Catskills cabins, charming Catskills house rentals and more. Depending on your budget and needs, you can find affordable and comfortable Catskills lodging perfect for the whole family.  Next, we share some interesting attractions and things to do.  You will also find some interesting trends for this fascinating destinations as well as great lodging options. 

Those staying at a Catskills cottage with kids will enjoy visiting Zoom Flume Waterpark, the biggest family water park in the Catskills region. Open mid-June thru Labor Day, this fun-filled park offers thrilling ride attractions, private picnic areas and “all you can eat” barbecue lunches for groups. Unique gift shops and many family restaurants are also available in the park.

Hiking is one of the most popular activities in the Catskills during the summer. Boasting countless groomed trails, the Catskills are a favorite among those tourists who love adventure. North Lake Area, Devil’s Path, Mount Temper and Belleayre are some of the area’s best hiking trails offering challenging conditions and stunning panoramas.

Catskills Comparison Shopping Trends: Based in the study, it is shown that 66 percent of the travelers were interested in comparison shopping among Catskills vacation rentals, bed and breakfasts, and hotels.  It is significant that 66 percent were open to obtain quotes from houses situated near Catskills which includes Windham, Hensonville, Hunter, Tannersville, Prattsville, Elka Park, Phoenicia, Highmount, East Durham, Big Indian, Mount Tremper, Palenville, Bearsville, Woodstock, and Greenville.

Catskills Vacation Planning Trends:  The study established three kinds of vacationers. First, those usual last minute travelers who inquired within the last month of their arrival. They represented the 48 percent. Second, 24 percent were the regular travelers who sent their inquiries one to two months in advance to their arriving and lastly, the careful people who started their trip planning two or more months in advance.

Catskills Vacation Themes:  The most trendy vacation theme for Catskills is family reunions with 47 percent of the traveler’s inquiries looking for accommodations for groups of more than 4 adults, 31 percent from families with children, 31 percent for couples, and 4 percent for people traveling alone.

With the current state of the economy, comparison shopping plays an important role in consumer’s decisions.At Rentalo.com, travelers can easily compare offers from vacation rentals, hotels, and bed and breakfasts that meet their specific needs.

For example, below there are two great examples to compare:

Catskills NY vacation cabin: Large, beautifully appointed tri-level log Catskills vacation cabin located on 10 very scenic acres overlooking the ski area and creek below. This Catskills vacation rental features four bedrooms plus sleep loft and three and a half bathrooms. Come and relax in our custom Catskills log cabin surrounded by colorful wooded mountains.While spending time in our Catskills accommodation you will be able to enjoy many activities such as hiking, boating, horseback riding on over 70 miles of land, 3 lakes and swimming, all just minutes away.One major attraction you won’t want to miss is Hunter Mountain, located minutes away. There you can try your skill at skiing, snowboarding and riding snow mobiles. For more info, pictures and a practical inquiry form to contact the owner directly, please visit rentalo.com, property ID#48497.

Catskills NY Vacation house: A beautiful vacation rental house by owner in the Catskills – Located in Saugerties, NY. This home has a great gas fireplace and the kitchen is open to the main living space, with two bedrooms and a bath on both the main floor and on the lower level. You can relax by a working wood stove, in an inviting open gathering place. There is a wide-screen TV on each floor, internet connection and a deck that wraps around the whole eastern panorama. With three additional pullout couches, can easily accommodate 15 guests. We have short or For more details, photos and a useful inquiry form, please log into rentalo.com, property ID#333875.

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