DAY 1: All aboard for the Big Apple! New York City may not be the center of the universe, but it does occupy a central place in the world's imagination. We have all day to get acquainted as we travel through Virginia and Maryland to our 3-night destination in Big Apple.
DAY 2: This morning we travel to New Jersey's Liberty Park. Here we board a ferry for a ride to Liberty Island, where we'll visit the Statue of Liberty. The Lady celebrated her 100th birthday in 1986 and a $230 million dollar restoration took place to get her in tip-top shape. Now this 151-foot tall, copper statue has a new torch and her crown's seven spikes have been strengthened. The spikes represent the seven seas and the seven continents. Tonight we attend a fabulous Broadway production.
DAY 3: This morning we are joined by a native New Yorker for a tour of this exciting city. We'll see such sights as Wall Street, Chinatown, Broadway, Times Square, Central Park and much more. This afternoon is free for shopping where you can visit flagship stores of famous retail chains; Tiffany's, Saks, F.A.O. Schwartz just to mention a few, browse in specialty shops, or just indulge in people watching. Tonight, we take a trip to the observation level of the Empire State Building where you'll experience a spectacular view of the city. Our 3-night destination is in New Jersey.
DAY 4: Now we understand why New York City is the world's largest, number one attraction. It seems that the sights and the fun never cease. We have sampled only a small part of the Big Apple, but what an awesome New York Quickie.