New York is one of the world's greatest cities and you can fly direct from Shannon to New York's JFK airport 6 days a week from now until 8th January 2017 and between 12th and 25th March 2017 (except Tuesday).  There are so many reasons to visit New York but here are just a few:

Empire State Building

The original skyscraper, the 102 storey Empire State Building is a must-see on any visit to New York.

Central Park

This 843 acre park was established in 1857 and is located in the heart of Manhattan. It's a national historical landmark that attracts 40 million visitors every year.

Statue of Liberty

The Statue of Liberty is an icon of the United States and was a welcoming sight for millions of immigrants  arriving in the New World by boat in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Times Square

Also known as the 'Crossroads of the World',  Times Square is a famous intersection in Midtown Manhattan known for its cool attractions, shops, hotels and entertainment.

One World Trade Center

One World Trade Center is the main building of the rebuilt World Trade Center complex in Lower Manhattan.  At 1,776 feet, it is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, and the sixth-tallest in the world.

Brooklyn Bridge

Completed in 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge spans the East River and connects the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn.

Fifth Avenue

Fifth Avenue is considered among the most expensive and best shopping streets in the world

Radio City Music Hall

Radio City Music Hall is a world famous entertainment venue located in Rockefeller Center in New York City.

Ellis Island

Ellis Island was the gateway for over 12 million immigrants to the United States between 1892 and 1954. This "island of Hope" was the first stop for immigrants, including tens of thousands of Irish, on their way to a new life in America.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

"The Met", as it is known, is the largest art museum in the United States, and is among the most visited art museums in the world.  The permanent collection consists of works of art from classical antiquity and ancient Egypt, paintings and sculptures from nearly all the European masters, and lots more.

Grand Central Terminal

Commonly known as 'Grand Central Station,' the historic Terminal is a famous landmark in Midtown Manhattan and one of the busiest train stations in the world. The building is amazing and worth visiting even if you're not looking for a train.

Top of the Rock Observation Deck

Top of the Rock, the famous art deco style skyscraper, also known as “30 Rock”, boasts three floors of indoor and outdoor observation decks at over 800-feet

National September 11 Memorial & Museum

No visit to New York is complete without visiting this shrine and museum that commemorates the almost 3,000 victims of the September 11 2001 attacks and which is located at the heart of the original WTC site.


For holidays to New York from Shannon check out our website or call 01 8047150

Boston is the largest city in New England and is also known as the City on the Hill and the Cradle of Liberty.  Boston has something for everyone with its rich history, diverse neighbourhoods and legacy of arts, culture and education.  See some of the highlights below:
 

Freedom Trail

2.5 mile path through downtown Boston that passes 16 locations that are significant in the history of the United States

Faneuil Hall

Faneuil Hall is located near the waterfront andhas been a marketplace and meeting hall since 1743.  It is filled with unique retail stores, delicious food and non-stop entertainment.

Boston Harbor

Home to the Port of Boston, one of the main shipping facilities in the northeastern United States


Fenway Park

Home of the legendary Boston Red Sox baseball team


Boston Museum of Fine Arts

The fourth largest museum in the United States - contains over 450,000 works of art.


Boston Common

Dating from 1634, this is the oldest city park in the Unites States

Bunker Hill

The Bunker Hill Monument is a 221 feet tall granite obelisk, commemorating the site of the first major battle of the American Revolution.  It's located at the end of the Freedom Trail.


Harvard Square

Harvard Square is a triangular plaza near the centre of Cambridge, a separate city, across the Charles river from Boston.  The distinguished universities - Harvard and MIT - are located in Cambridge.


Paul Revere House

The Paul Revere House (1680) was the colonial home of American patriot Paul Revere during the time of the American Revolution. It is now operated as a nonprofit museum and is a National Historic Landmark

Swan Boats

The Swan Boats are a fleet of dual-pontooned pleasure boats which operate in a pond in the Public Garden in Boston. They have been in operation since 1877 and are a cultural icon for the city.

USS Constitution Museum

The museum tells the story of USS Constitution and the people who designed, built and sailed her during the War of 1812.

For holidays to Boston from Shannon check our website or call 01 8047150