{"id":3965,"date":"2023-10-31T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-10-30T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/?p=3965"},"modified":"2024-01-09T14:10:34","modified_gmt":"2024-01-09T03:10:34","slug":"melissa-leong-ben-lawson-guide-to-new-york","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/melissa-leong-ben-lawson-guide-to-new-york\/","title":{"rendered":"Melissa Leong &#038; Ben Lawson&#8217;s Guide to New York"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>Food critic and columnist Melissa Leong and actor Ben Lawson uncover the best of New York for the all-new season of Luxury Escapes: The World\u2019s Best Holidays. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Who better to take a bite of the Big Apple than Melissa Leong and Ben Lawson? The dream team refined the ultimate itinerary for the all-new season of&nbsp;<em>Luxury Escapes: The World\u2019s Best Holidays<\/em>, exploring heritage delis, walking the High Line and soaking up the magic of The City That Never Sleeps. From chatting with the locals and fine-dining family style in Washington Place, to wandering the sprawling Central Park, here are a few of their highlights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on for their unmissable moments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover more about New York on the new season of <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/au\/tv\/season-6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Luxury Escapes: The World\u2019s Best Holidays<\/a>, airing Tuesdays 8.30pm AEDT* on Foxtel Lifestyle and on demand on Binge and Network 10. *<em>Check your local TV listings for details.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"lux_UI lux_offer_carousel\">\n\t\n\t<h3>Discover New York<\/h3>\t\n\t<section class=\"splide lux_offer_carousel_feed\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Discover New York\">\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"splide__arrows\">\n\t\t<button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button>\n\t\t<button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t<div class=\"splide__track\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide__list\">\n\t\t\t\n<div id=\"offer_0062y00000GfSEQAA3\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_4a539a451257d3d615362e2217a524a9\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/collective-governors-island-new-york-usa\/0062y00000GfSEQAA3\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer LPC carousel    \" data-name=\"Collective Governors Island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/xr3x94wv5iu4pdzvyn8o.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/xr3x94wv5iu4pdzvyn8o.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/xr3x94wv5iu4pdzvyn8o.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/xr3x94wv5iu4pdzvyn8o.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/xr3x94wv5iu4pdzvyn8o.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/xr3x94wv5iu4pdzvyn8o.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Collective Governors Island, New York, USA\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>New York, USA<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Collective Governors Island<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Tranquil Governors Island Glamping Retreat with Sunset Terrace with Statue of Liberty Views<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">3 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$864<\/span><span class=\"type\">total<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$1,349<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-15%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_fcf02aa1-37d2-4aec-8642-08408823678d\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_4a539a451257d3d615362e2217a524a9\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/ace-hotel-new-york\/fcf02aa1-37d2-4aec-8642-08408823678d\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"Ace Hotel New York\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/6ara1lpukq4eadvr5e.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/6ara1lpukq4eadvr5e.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/6ara1lpukq4eadvr5e.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/6ara1lpukq4eadvr5e.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/6ara1lpukq4eadvr5e.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/6ara1lpukq4eadvr5e.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Ace Hotel New York, New York, United States\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>New York, United States<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Ace Hotel New York<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$806<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_280d85f9-e684-4ebe-8940-42a056ca928d\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_4a539a451257d3d615362e2217a524a9\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/san-carlos-hotel\/280d85f9-e684-4ebe-8940-42a056ca928d\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"San Carlos Hotel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/r1w8gtcnh8podvi44aqi.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/r1w8gtcnh8podvi44aqi.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/r1w8gtcnh8podvi44aqi.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/r1w8gtcnh8podvi44aqi.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/r1w8gtcnh8podvi44aqi.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/r1w8gtcnh8podvi44aqi.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"San Carlos Hotel, New York, United States\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>New York, United States<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">San Carlos Hotel<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,558<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_0062y000003qGLtAAM\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_4a539a451257d3d615362e2217a524a9\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/walker-hotel-tribeca-new-york-usa\/0062y000003qGLtAAM\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer LPC carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Walker Hotel Tribeca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/r3yjxa2w4pztn61eofhu.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/r3yjxa2w4pztn61eofhu.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/r3yjxa2w4pztn61eofhu.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/r3yjxa2w4pztn61eofhu.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/r3yjxa2w4pztn61eofhu.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/r3yjxa2w4pztn61eofhu.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Walker Hotel Tribeca, New York, United States\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>New York, United States<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Walker Hotel Tribeca<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Trendy New York City Stay in Heart of Manhattan&#8217;s Tribeca <\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">3 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$735<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$650<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$807<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-6%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_0057184c-878a-43fb-a9a4-ae7904a19c2b\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_4a539a451257d3d615362e2217a524a9\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/public-an-ian-schrager-hotel\/0057184c-878a-43fb-a9a4-ae7904a19c2b\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/f3s24crphe3zq9d3h3pb.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/f3s24crphe3zq9d3h3pb.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/f3s24crphe3zq9d3h3pb.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/f3s24crphe3zq9d3h3pb.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/f3s24crphe3zq9d3h3pb.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/f3s24crphe3zq9d3h3pb.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel, New York, United States\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>New York, United States<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Enjoy recreational amenities such as a nightclub and a 24-hour health club. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and shopping on site.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,598<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_97d60d85-34e6-433a-be8f-5a62544d35ed\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_4a539a451257d3d615362e2217a524a9\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/park-lane-new-york\/97d60d85-34e6-433a-be8f-5a62544d35ed\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"Park Lane New York\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/g5di1gnepspj0lp970gg.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/g5di1gnepspj0lp970gg.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/g5di1gnepspj0lp970gg.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/g5di1gnepspj0lp970gg.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/g5di1gnepspj0lp970gg.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/g5di1gnepspj0lp970gg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Park Lane New York, New York, United States\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>New York, United States<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Park Lane New York<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Enjoy recreation amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,624<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_ce90bffd-aa12-40a0-8243-c916b02da08d\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_4a539a451257d3d615362e2217a524a9\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/arthouse-hotel-new-york-city\/ce90bffd-aa12-40a0-8243-c916b02da08d\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"Arthouse Hotel New York City\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/2d5xcfv0opz8p1vaa1dp.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/2d5xcfv0opz8p1vaa1dp.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/2d5xcfv0opz8p1vaa1dp.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/2d5xcfv0opz8p1vaa1dp.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/2d5xcfv0opz8p1vaa1dp.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/2d5xcfv0opz8p1vaa1dp.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Arthouse Hotel New York City, New York, United States\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>New York, United States<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Arthouse Hotel New York City<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or make use of other amenities including a television in a common area.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,010<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_6ac0f272-5059-4e61-977d-59f30c66ecf6\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_4a539a451257d3d615362e2217a524a9\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/the-bryant-park-hotel\/6ac0f272-5059-4e61-977d-59f30c66ecf6\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"The Bryant Park Hotel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/4b3e0x8crilgx3mbiegj.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/4b3e0x8crilgx3mbiegj.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/4b3e0x8crilgx3mbiegj.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/4b3e0x8crilgx3mbiegj.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/4b3e0x8crilgx3mbiegj.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/4b3e0x8crilgx3mbiegj.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"The Bryant Park Hotel, New York, United States\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>New York, United States<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">The Bryant Park Hotel<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including concierge services and a ballroom.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,957<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_0062y000008mXEbAAM\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_4a539a451257d3d615362e2217a524a9\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/hard-rock-hotel-new-york-city-usa\/0062y000008mXEbAAM\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer LPC carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Hard Rock Hotel New York\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/tkzi6yqrmb1in9wwauu8.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/tkzi6yqrmb1in9wwauu8.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/tkzi6yqrmb1in9wwauu8.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/tkzi6yqrmb1in9wwauu8.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/tkzi6yqrmb1in9wwauu8.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/tkzi6yqrmb1in9wwauu8.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Hard Rock Hotel New York, New York , USA\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>New York , USA<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Hard Rock Hotel New York<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Brand-New Hard Rock New York City Stay near Times Square with Rooftop Bar<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">1 night, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$350<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> 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href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/hotels\/location\/new-york\/united-states-of-america\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"carousel\" data-name=\"View more New York escapes\">View more New York escapes<\/a>\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/hotels\/location\/new-york\/united-states-of-america\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-3-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Melissa Leong and actor Ben Lawson's guide to New York at a deli - Luxury Escapes \" class=\"wp-image-4672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-3-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-3-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-3-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-3-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-3-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-3-1200x900.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">When in New York: eat sandwiches.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>LE: Name three iconic New York experiences.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ML:<\/strong> Just three? Impossible! But if I have to: You must eat a hotdog in the park, bonus points if that park is Central Park. You must go for a wander down the street in more than one neighbourhood to appreciate just how different they all are.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BL:<\/strong> I would say that you must walk along the High Line, a 2.5km elevated park along the west side of Manhattan. It\u2019s a beautiful way to experience the city, it\u2019s free and it\u2019s something done by both tourists and locals. Also, I think you need to see a Broadway show. Not the one that has the most famous actor in it but look at the reviews and see what appeals to you. And get into Central Park and allow yourself half a day. It\u2019s enormous and amazing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/hotels\/location\/new-york\/united-states-of-america\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view of Central Park - Luxury Escapes \" class=\"wp-image-4668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-2-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-2-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-2-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Whatever the season, you can&#8217;t beat a walk around Central Park.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>LE:<\/strong> <strong>What advice would you give to a first-timer in the city?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ML: <\/strong>I would advise you to stay in more than one location. The mood and energy changes from neighbourhood to neighbourhood, so whether it\u2019s well-heeled uptown, or hanging in Greenwich Village, you need to explore the city to find what resonates\u2026 because something will.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BL: <\/strong>The thing about New York is that it isn\u2019t just the sights or the park or Carrie Bradshaw\u2019s apartment. There\u2019s a magic in the city that you can only experience in an unrushed, unplanned kind of a way. So my advice is this: walk as much as you can. The city changes from block to block. Look up. Take in the vastness of the city. New Yorkers will talk to you. Talk back! They\u2019re some of the most interesting people in the world. Don\u2019t always plan where you\u2019re going to have lunch or dinner. Just wander and be open to an experience, you might end up having the most memorable day of your trip!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u202fLE: What is the one thing that might surprise other travellers about New York?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ML:<\/strong> That people are kind. If you really need a hand, you will find it. It feels like a city that won\u2019t help you on your feet, but that\u2019s completely wrong.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BL: <\/strong>The people&#8230; I can\u2019t tell you how many times (usually as I\u2019ve emerged from the subway, looking up and downtown to get my bearings) people have stopped to ask if I\u2019m lost or need help. They\u2019re just good, authentic,\u202fkind\u202fpeople. They say what they mean and mean what they say and personally, I love that.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/hotels\/location\/new-york\/united-states-of-america\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Thompson Central Park in New York - Luxury Escapes \" class=\"wp-image-4664\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NYC-1200x900.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A haven in the city: Thompson Central Park.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>LE: Why is Thompson Central Park a great city hotel?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ML:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/partner\/thompson-central-park-new-york-part-of-hyatt\/3352235c-db26-4a82-b1cb-d18ce9b95fd9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Thompson Central Park<\/a> is superbly located at the southern end of the park, giving you access to so much of what makes this part of the island amazing. Whether it\u2019s a fancy dinner at Per Se, seeing the American Ballet Theatre at Lincoln Centre, riding a bike around the park, or hopping on the subway downtown, everything is really accessible. Then you get to come back to a chic, well-appointed hotel that really does feel like a home away from home.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BL: <\/strong>Location, location, location. It\u2019s right by The Russian Tea Room AND Carnegie Hall AND Central Park AND MoMA. 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CthsDvOp_QW\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by \ud83c\udf2dKatz&#39;s Delicatessen (@katzsdeli)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote> <script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>LE: What was your standout dining experience on this trip?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ML: <\/strong>I love heritage. And it doesn\u2019t get more heritage than a place like <a href=\"https:\/\/katzsdelicatessen.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Katz\u2019s Delicatessen<\/a>, the city\u2019s oldest continuously running deli. It is an icon of the Lower East Side and the island at large, and draws an egalitarian clientele, from tourists to locals, alike.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BL: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chinesetuxedo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chinese Tuxedo<\/a>. I highly recommend going with Melissa because she knows everything about food but in the event she\u2019s unavailable, just get the Hamachi.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>LE: Which New York restaurant is next on your wishlist?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ML: \u00a0<\/strong>I will always hold a special plate for places like <a href=\"https:\/\/balthazarny.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Balthazar<\/a>, or anywhere Keith McNally has made his presence known. He set the bar for venues of their ilk around the world, for good reason: there will never be anything wrong with an ice-cold Martini, bread and oysters at the bar.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BL: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehillfarm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blue Hill<\/a> in Greenwich Village. It&#8217;s a farm-to-table restaurant and Stone Barns Farm out in Tarrytown, NY. They do a menuless dinner &#8216;family style&#8217; with shared plates and communal tables. With all the ingredients farmed and grown in upstate New York, you don\u2019t get more of an authentic taste of New York than this. 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