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Referred to by many, as the city that never sleeps this bustling metropolis will leave you begging for just one extra day at the end of your break. Situated on the northeastern coast of North America, New York never ceases to amaze the thousands of tourists who flock from all over the world to visit.
I traveled over there in June 2007 and to keep the cost down I opted to stay at the YMCA Vanderbilt hostel in midtown. Rooms were small but tidy with maid service each day. Each room came equipped with TV, wardrobe space and air conditioning, which is essential if you’re traveling in the summer months. There 
a shared bathroom with shower facilities, which were kept clean, and also a gym in the main lobby for those guests who wanted to work out before venturing off around the city. Rooms are charged at approximately £20 a night with a small extra charge to use the gym.
As you leave the hostel turn left out of the main doors and walk up the street for a bout 2 minutes, you will find yourself at a small smoothie hut which is a great way to start your day. With the sun shining and the streets heaving sit back and enjoy your breakfast on Second Avenue.
The hostel is located close to Grand Central Station which means routes to all sights and attractions is a short tube journey away. A trip up the Empire State Building is a must if you want to a panoramic view of Manhattan, it costs around £5 and is well worth it but beware get there early, as there are long waits. Plan your days carefully; don’t wear yourself out on the first day by rushing to see every attraction, this will leave you exhausted for the rest of your stay. A trip over to the Guggenheim museum is an enjoyable way to spend a few hours, followed by a walk through Central park (If possible try to stop and have lunch here).
Make sure to head over to Liberty Island at some point during your stay, try to leave plenty of time for this as it can take up a large part of the day. There are a number of ferries, which will take you across for a small fee. I highly recommend spending at least one evening in Times Square, there are plenty of places to eat and drink and the atmosphere is phenomenal. Just remember to go easy with your money, as drinks can be quite costly.
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