New York City (NYC) Charter Bus

Tourism and charter bus rentals in New York City continue to be good!

While the feeling of gloom and despair hits the country's economy, New York City is not an exception. But here's where New York City is different from the rest of the country..we have a back plan! At the very least, New York City's always got a blanket of security around it with a robust tourism industry and vibrant charter bus rental network so far-reaching and wide that not many other parts of the country can challenge. While Americans start their cut-back plans on spending, tourists from all over the world comes pouring in New York City rental charter buses with cash to spend and agenda tucked into their organizers.

As stats will tell you, New York City suffers no apparent decrease in the number of foreigners and charter bus rental customers in 2008 so far. In fact, officials say that there are about 1 million more foreign visitors flocking to New York City flocking to New York when compared to the last three months of 2007. Not only are restaurants and tourist spots reaping in the advantages of having these free-spending visitors come to their places, charter bus rental companies are also enjoying the increase too.

Art galleries, restaurants, shopping malls and also theatres all around New York City, as we have gleefully observed, continues to be filled up as quickly as they are opened and offered.

The Vanderbilt Mansion, Hyde Park, New York

To sample a classic example of the Gilded Age, one must take a visit to one of Hyde Park 's treasures, the Vanderbilt Mansion which spans across 600 acres along the Hudson river . There is special significance in the Vanderbilt mansion of Hyde Park because it was built in the 1800s over a period of 2 years and is a true work of art and a perfect example of what classic craftsmanship is all about. The Vanderbilts, like all other wealthy people during the post-war and post-reconstruction period did, built palatial houses along the scenic Hudson River . The Vanderbilt Mansion contains 54 rooms which was built by a reputable architectural firm, McKim, Mead & White. Using the style of Beaux-Arts architecture, the Vanderbilt's former home symbolizes the tremendous wealth accumulation that went on during that period. The Beaux-Arts style is where large and grandiose furniture with symmetrical façade is employed. The Vanderbilt Mansion offers breathtaking view of the Hudson River, Catskill and Shawangunk Mountains.

The home used to be the summer home for the wealthy Cornelius "Commodore" Vanderbilt when he ferried between Hyde Park , Staten Island and Manhattan . The interior of the Vanderbilt Mansion is preserved till today and you can witness the archetypes of American Renaissance where a huge range of European antiques and fine crafts from the period can be seen. In all of Hyde Park , the Vanderbilt Mansion is the first residential home to have electricity which was supplied from a hydroelectric power plant along the Crum Elbow Creek.

Frederick and Louise Vanderbilt started building the Vanderbilt Mansion around 1896 at the estimated cost of $660,000 in 26 months. However, upon completion, the cost of the Vanderbilt Mansion reached $2.3 million! It's an expensive mansion, even by today's standard. The architects brought in craftsmen from all over the world - from marble tiles to exquisite furniture to the walls and ceilings, they were handcrafted using exotic materials.

If you take a tour around the Vanderbilt Mansion , you'll experience the way of life during that era that has completely wilted away today. This monument is among the few that stands tall. You will learn about the lifestyle of the rich and famous, the philosophy of the American country house, how the domestic staff of the place once lived, the community and the relationships between them. Taking a stroll around the Vanderbilt Mansion , you'll be stunned with the pure vastness of the home, the amazing view of Hudson River and Catskill Mountains while enjoying the complete awe of being in one of the best Italian Gardens in the country.

Upon Louise Vanderbilt's demise, Frederick Vanderbilt returned to his Hyde Park estate to live out the rest of his 12 years' life and since they had no children together, Frederick Vanderbilt left the Vanderbilt Mansion to his wife's niece, Margaret Louise Van Allen. Failing to sell the estate off, the already-wealthy Mrs. Van Alleen, heeded her Hyde Park neighbor's advice, President Franklin D. Roosevelt, to donate the Vanderbilt Mansion to the National Park service to be maintained as a monument to the couple and also the Gilded Age.with that the Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site opened to public in 1940.

Although it's winter now and outdoor activities around the Vanderbilt home is restricted (sledding, tobogganing and ice skating), you can still cross country ski or snowshoe throughout the property and it doesn't hurt to plan a family trip to the Vanderbilt Mansion during the summer (between May and August every year) where there are Summer Concert Series to enjoy while taking a tour around the Hyde Park Mansion.

There are many other historically significant sites to visit located around the Vanderbilt Mansion and to name a few, you can move on to Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site, Martin Van Buren National Historic Site and the Culinary Institute of America. For a guided 45-minute tour around the Vanderbilt Mansion, the fee is $8 per person whereby those who are under-15 can get in completely free for a special guided tour around the first, second floor and the basement.

For something as significant as this, we suggest booking a charter bus if your group is more than 10.furthermore, if your group is larger than 10, you'll need to get in touch with them and make reservations by calling 1-800-967-2283.

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Down and Dirty Drinking Night Out in New York - New York Charter Bus Services

Forget the Glitz and Glamor in New York - get down and dirty in New York
After all that walking around, visiting and shopping, eating is another experience that you should enjoy in Greater New York. Here's a tip, if you want to experience all that you can eat in New York without piling on the pounds by the minute, you'll have to take a charter bus and get around New York . But here's the thing, forget about the glitzy restaurants and fancy cafes.let's get down and dirty in New York by charter bus.

Old but good food in Good World Bar and Grill - get there by charter bus
Let's assume you're on a three day travel, we have three favorite New Spots that you can take the charter bus to that you'll absolutely fall in love with. For one, let's start with the Good World Bar and Grill. Take the charter bus to this place where the look is old but the food is astonishing. When you reach the place in the charter bus, you might be disappointed (a little) with the way it looks on the outside but once you get off the charter bus and enters the place, you'll love the Swedish Theme that makes this place one of the hottest bars in New York . From the charter bus, you can already see that there's an open patio for outdoor lovers and smokers. But for those who are in New York for a little bit of partying, you'll love their DJ Nights. They'll really get your groove going!

Charter bus to Mars Bar, New York
On your second day, let's take the charter bus to somewhere with even less glitz. After all, when you are on your way, you see lots of glitz and glamour in New York - let's forget all about that for a while, ok? You can get your fill of glamour when you take the charter bus to other places in New York . When it comes to food, the décor is nothing. There's this place in New York that you'll absolutely have to take the charter bus to and this nifty little place is called the Mars Bar. It is distinctive because the Bohemian types come here for the cheap food and drinks. If this place is not the place for you, get back on the charter bus and head on out to another place.

Charter bus to The Ginger Man, New york
.and this time, the charter bus is going to roll into a place called "The Ginger Man". Once you've gotten off the charter bus, the first thing you'll notice is that the décor is a little bit on the dark side - dark but comfortable which makes the ambience very different from the one in the charter bus. This is, we might add, one of the best places in New York to come to for beer on the tap and cigars too!

Getting down and dirty in New York is quite an experience and we're sure you won't forget it anytime soon - but it'll be a cooler idea if you could get around in a charter bus. Better to be just down and dirty in New York instead of down and dirty AND LOST in New York .

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Skyscrapers and Nature in New York - Book A Charter Bus

If there is one word that best captures New York , it is "mesmerizing". New York is a lively city rich in contrast and excitement, you will find a well-balanced blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture in New York city . To get an "in your face" experience of New York city that is always brimming with unbridled energy is off course to charter a bus. A chartered bus is a true New York City experience and often the quickest way to get around.

A single day's charter bus ride will take you from the past to the future, from exotic ethnic enclave to efficient business centre. Take a ride in a charter bus from serene gardens to sleek skyscrapers. New York has so many attractive places to visit, where do you start? With a charter bus service, of course!

Even though it's no longer the world's tallest building, you should still take the charter bus to New York's Empire States Building because it is still one of the world's most prominent feature that's worth visiting by charter bus when you're in New York. Its pencil-slim silhouette is an art-deco monument to progress, a symbol for New York City . Wouldn't you get a charter bus to see New York 's Empire State Building which is also the fastest-rising skyscraper ever built? It's cinematic résumé - this building in New York has appeared in more than 200 movies, which means that you will have to take the charter bus there and relive scenes of your favorite movies there. With luck you'll find yourself at the top of the building with the Sleepless in Seattle look-alikes.

Once you're done with New York 's Empire State Building , take the charter bus to Central Park , Bronx 's New York Botanical Garden for guided bird walks. Relax a little in the charter bus while it takes you to another amazing place called the Queens where there are thousands of migrating shore birds to the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge's 10,000 acres. You can even see this from within the charter bus itself. If you'd like to keep yourself fit though you're on holiday, rent a charter bus to one of the 1,700 parks and playgrounds in New York . The charter bus will hang around for you while you and your family spend some time bonding and reflecting on an amazingly comfortable day exploring New York City in the total comfort of a charter bus.

Start Spreading the News and Take a Charter Bus to New York

The question you will want to ask yourself before you begin your trip is not what there is to do in New York City, but what all of the many attractions you can actually fit in to your vacation. Because regardless of your likes and dislikes, whether you are young or old, single or with that special someone, New York City has something for everyone to enjoy. The Big Apple is ready for you, but are you ready for the Big Apple. Taxis are expensive, parking is impossible, and subways can be confusing. Let a charter bus service take you where you want to go on this trip of a life time.

The Empire State Building

One of the many must-sees in New York City is the Empire State Building. This building is officially a National Historic Landmark, and according to the official Empire State Building Site, the building penetrates a quarter of a mile into the atmosphere. Seeing this building from the ground simply does not do it justice. Take an elevator to the 86th floor and enjoy the amazing views from the Observatory. The Observatory opened to the public in 1931 and has seen 110 million visitors pass through it. There are tons of things to do within the Observatory including restaurants, coffee shops and much more.

Central Park

Ground Zero

NYC Theatre District

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