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If you can’t live without your morning, afternoon and err evening cup(s) of java, never fear. We’ve compiled a list of the best independent coffee shops in that most teeming of boroughs: Brooklyn, New York. Read on for your insider guide to the neighborhoods’ hottest independent coffee spots.
Is a trip to the Big Apple in your near future? Never fear, even if you only have a limited amount of time on your hands you can still soak up the sights and sounds of this most historic city. Keep reading to find out how you can pack it all in NYC in 36 hours or less.
It’s Okay to be a Tourist
No trip to America’s Melting Pot would be complete without taking in at least one of the requisitesites. What should be at the top of your list? The Statue of Liberty, naturally! Located on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, this historic gift from the French is a symbol of freedom and a must-see for any visitor longing to quench his or her thirst for all things touristy.
Planning a cultural trip to Manchester? Well, no excursion and stay in a Manchester bed and breakfast would be complete without dipping into a little of the musical history from the 60s of this legendary city. Whilst some may argue that London or Liverpool may claim the title ‘Music City’, I’m afraid that I’d have to disagree. Keep reading for your ultimate insider guide to the UK’s 6th largest city (statistically) and the birthplace of that Manchester sound.
Boston is one of the most culturally diverse and historical cities in all of America featuring a nice infusion of historical and modern buildings and sites that make visiting the city delightful. Due to the fact that it is also known as a large college town with forty different universities within its outer limits there are also plenty of attractions for those on a shoestring budget making it a great stop for any traveller.
At the mouth of the Yangtze River sits the mystical and fascinating city of Shanghai. It is the most densely populated city in China and is a perfect example of how East has met West and learned to exist together in harmony. There are a great variety of pleasures to be enjoyed in Shanghai, and those who stay in the luxurious hotels in the city, of which there are many, will get to enjoy even more.
The luxury hotels in Shanghai range from 5-7 stars. Major names in this category that are recognised the world over are the Orient Bund Shanghai Hotel, Les Suites, Okura Garden Hotels, the Salvo Hotel and the Howard Johnson Plaza to name but a few.
