You don’t go to New York City to relax. Late nights, crowded squares, honking traffic and colourful characters are all par for the course here. But brave Manhattan’s streets and you’ll be rewarded with some of the best restaurants, museums, theatres and cocktails on the planet. I should know – I’ve been to NYC dozens of times, each visit revealing a fascinating micro-neighbourhood, a to-die-for dish and new bars to bookmark.
Though it’s no spa retreat, what draws me back is the fizz and pulse of urban excitement. Everyone has places to be; everything is bigger, taller and flashier than at home. Worldwide trends are made in New York, from fashion to interior design, and the