See what the experts are saying about Ocean City. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Introduction
New York City, arguably the world's most vibrant and sprawling metropolis, occupies five boroughs, each with its own distinct identity. After all, before the historic 1898 consolidation, Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens and Staten Islan... Continue reading »
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History
New York, a city of staggering contrasts, diversity and culture, ranks among history's great trade and cultural centers. From Wall Street to the United Nations HQ, the world's most powerful and influential men and women prize success in New Y... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
Where to stay in New York City depends largely on what brings you here. Whether it is a Broadway show, a gallery opening or a business meeting, hotels and guest houses offer deluxe to budget accommodations throughout the city. For years, ther... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
Despite all its diversity, New York City social life revolves around a single ritual—dining out. Whether it be a power broker paying hundreds for a meal at Asia de Cuba or a slacker scraping together some money for a pizza at Lombardi's, each... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
New York offers a dizzying array of entertainment options. So much so that the enormous number of choices often overwhelms even the most jaded New Yorker. Cinema Walking down Fifth Avenue or St. Marks Place (two streets as different as... Continue reading »
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Tours
This is a city with a countless number of things to see and do. From the bright lights of Times Square Free Tour to the subdued opulence of the Guggenheim Museum (Solomon R), it is the country's biggest city, and arguably its most fascinating... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There By Air The New York City megatropolis is the transportation center for the eastern seaboard and is home to three major airports, each managed by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (http://www.panynj.gov/) and each... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
New York State: New York Country: United States New York City By The Numbers: Population: 8,008,278 million (city); 18,087,000 (metropolitan area). Ethnic mix: 27% Black, 35 % White, 27% Hispanic, 10% Asian, 13% Other race. Average Janu... Continue reading »
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Introduction
St. Thomas, the busiest cruise-ship harbor in the West Indies, is not the largest of the U.S. Virgins -- St. Croix, 40 miles south, holds that distinction. But bustling Charlotte Amalie, at the heart of St. Thomas, is the capital of the U.S.V... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Visitor Information At 78 1-2-3 Estate Constant, across from the Nisky Shopping Center, on the waterfront in downtown Charlotte Amalie, the visitor center (tel. 340/774-8784) is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm and Saturday 8am to 2pm... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
Banks -- Several major U.S. banks are represented on St. Thomas, including First Bank, 11A Curaçao Gade, Charlotte Amalie (tel. 340/775-7777). Most island banks are open Monday to Thursday 8:30am to 3pm, and Friday 8:30am to 4pm. The banks ar... Continue reading »
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Getting there
By Plane If you're flying to St. Thomas, you will land at the Cyril E. King Airport (tel. 340/774-5100), to the west of Charlotte Amalie on Route 30. From here, you can easily grab a taxi to your hotel or villa. Chances are you will be sta... Continue reading »
Popular Ocean City Hotels
- Atlantis Inn Luxury Bb
- The Flanders Hotel
- Crossings Motor Inn
- Somewhere Inn Time Mansion
- Watsons Regency Suites
