New York

It’s often said that you can tell the difference between a tourist and a local in New York because the tourists are always gazing upwards. And with so many breathtaking new additions to the skyline in recent years, it’s easy to see why.

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, the tallest building in Midtown Manhattan, offers breathtaking views from its glass-enclosed sky decks. Hudson Yards boasts the highest outdoor observation deck in the western hemisphere, while the Empire State Building has unveiled a fully revitalised visitor experience, with exhibits, dining and observation decks on the 86th and 102nd floors. Closer to the ground, Little Island at Pier 55 is a striking three-acre park that floats above the Hudson River on tulip-shaped stilts.

Of course, the city’s timeless icons remain. Broadway’s bright lights, the billboards of Times Square and horse-drawn carriage rides through Central Park never lose their magic. Shop designer brands at Bloomingdale’s and Macy’s, visit the moving 9/11 Memorial & Museum, and cruise past the Statue of Liberty. Stroll the High Line, now one of New York’s most inspired green spaces, or explore world-class museums like MoMA and the Met.

With exceptional hotels and dining, New York dazzles in every season. Come for summer picnics in Central Park or festive winter traditions at Rockefeller Center. But above all, come, for you haven’t seen America until you’ve experienced New York.