WOMEN ON THEIR WAY by Wyndham Worldwide

• First and foremost, bring a couple of flat comfortable shoes (boots for the winter)
• The best way to get around NYC is through their subway system or buses, so make sure to purchase subway stubs that will last the whole trip it's a deal saver whether than replenishing it every time it runs out
• Carry light. Most women I know love the big purse or (suitcases as I call them) but make sure to carry something small, a clutch perhaps with just the basics ID, cell phone, credit cards, lip balm etc... It eliminated the risk of putting it down and forgetting it. It also provides more arm space for holding the shopping bags if you decide to shop while sightseeing
• As corny as maps are and pinpointing you as a tourist its good to have one handy. It every helpful with understanding and tracking the buses and subways throughout New York
• With the holiday seasons, any place you go, there is a higher rate of robberies. Make sure to walk with a friend and well-lit area and be aware of your surroundings
• I love Ripley's Believe it or Not! But the location in Time Squares was not very exciting. The artifacts inside were fake version of the real things but they did not even attempt to make them look real so to me it was a joke. But if you have younger children it will be a great trip!
• The wax museum is amazing. A lot of celebrities
• Though I purchase a NEW YORK sweater from the outside vendors (due to the rain) just be aware that they do shrink when you wash them
• In Time Squares there will be people handing out flyers promoting comedy shows and what not, DO NOT PURCHASE IT, you can just go there yourself and there is usually a 2 drink minimum
• If you are going as a tourist, the best deal is the New York Pass, gives you free access to most of the sightsee, discounts at certain restaurants and stores, free gifts and you get to skip most of the lines.... http://www.newyorkpass.com/

Have fun!

- Pwendy, Wyndham Vacation Resorts

I recommend not staying at the ordinary Time Square but in Greenwich Village, SoHo or around central park. Soho has got the perfect unique shopping's. And of course do not forget Macy´s. Just across the street from Macy´s you find some nice places to get a cup of coffee or lunch.

For breakfast I recommend Andrews Coffee Shop at Broadway 38th street.

Take a train to Harlem and see a real Gospel choir with the locals is a unique experience. But be careful walking around in Harlem by evening.

New York by foot are great and I recommend to you to see N.Y by foot, it's not so far between distances. Bring sneakers. Take a walk on Broadway Bridge, all the way to Battery Park (where the boats to Liberty statue leaves from), walk in Central Park. Walk walk walk... If you get tired you always can hop on to the subway. There are also sightseeing buses with hop on hop off tickets. At the tourist office at Time Square you can take your picture with webcam, and post back home without cost. It's a fun easy way send a hello back home.

If you would like to make a different sightseeing I recommend a helicopter tour around the Liberty statue.

- Dolores, Novasol

When traveling to NY, I have found the best way to see the city from an entirely new perspective is a boat tour. The Circle Line Boat tour is one of my favorites and best of all it is reasonably priced!

- Ceres, Wyndham Vacation Ownership

The Big Apple and the number one city for everything. During the Holidays has busy as the city will be, there is nothing more spectacular to see than the Macy's Windows, the huge Christmas Tree and ice skating in Rockefeller Center. New York is tons of hustle, driving is not recommended if it is your first time in the city. Taxis are available everywhere at anytime, so there isn't much need for a rental car. Public transportation is reliable but can be confusing, so just make sure you are confident on where you are going. Attire Recommendations: good shoes, scarf, hat and gloves. Must sees are Empire State Building, State of Liberty and seeing a play on Broadway. There are so many great places to eat, you will find yourself stumbling over restaurants. Definitely cannot leave the city without having a slice of NY style pizza to a hot dog from a street vendor aka "dirty water dog".

- Jolene, Wyndham Vacation Ownership

NYC is the greatest city on earth - Broadway shows, New York Rangers hockey and New York Yankees baseball - enough said - My 3 favorite things! A visit for a concert or sporting event to Madison Square Garden is something that you have to experience for yourself - the energy in that building (esp. for hockey) is unmatched ANYWHERE! If you want another great people watching site, head down to Greenwich Village and visit some of the tiny bars and pubs there, but they always have great bands - my favorites are all on Bleeker Street - The Peculiar Pub, The Red Lion, and Kenny's Castaways. So much to do in this city, there is no end!

- Sheri, Wyndham Worldwide

Everyone knows the about Rockefeller Christmas Tree, Ice Skating, and the Nutcracker and I wanted to suggest some must sees that are unique and appealing to the modern day traveling woman.

Four suggestions and must sees:

1. Holiday Train Show at the New York Botanical Garden

Each year to celebrate the Christmas season, the New York Botanical Garden creates models of NYC landmarks out of flowers, berries, and other natural materials for motorized trains to run through. This NYC holiday exhibit runs through November 23, 2007 - January 13, 2008 and is held in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. If you do decide to go as part of your holiday plans, consider attending after dark to take full advantage of the exhibit.

2. Shopping and enjoy sights of the following Window Displays

Barneys of New York - hip stylish and even offer a touch of humor
Saks 5th Avenue - these are great for women with children as they normally theme around a classic children's book
Macy's -Offers a Miracle on 34th Street theme and a second window with a changing theme of holiday popular films

3. Lunch at 'Inoteca

You get to try a bit of many Italian dishes. This place focuses on small plates dishes. All dishes are accompanied by great wine suggestions by the server. The coffee is also outstanding.

• Address: 98 Rivington Street (corner of Ludlow)
• Phone: 212-614-0473
• Neighborhood: Lower East Side
• Hours: 12 p.m.-3 a.m. daily (Brunch on Sat & Sun starts at 10 a.m.)
• Subway: F, J/M/Z to Delancey St. at Essex St.
• Price: small plates $7-18

4. Spa Day in NYC

Located in downtown Manhattan, this spa is knows for it "wet lounge solarium" with hot tubs, cold plunge pools and saunas, available to all guests up to two hours prior to and one hour following spa treatments. 29 Great Jones St., 212-505-3185. It is truly awesome and reasonably priced for the high quality service.

- Janelle, Wyndham Vacation Ownership