New York City continues to be one of the most popular destinations in the United States for both domestic and international travellers, with 35.3 million people visiting the city in 2002, spending $14.1 billion. Continually adding to its cultural attractions, 2004 will see the opening of Jazz at Lincoln Centre, along with the brand new home of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre. Our authors also offer complete coverage of other recent openings, including the Louis Armstrong Museum, the Skyscraper Museum, and the Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall. Coverage of the newest hotels and inns, including the Mandarin Oriental New York in the Time Warner Building at Columbus Circle, and the re-opening of the Millennium Hilton downtown. No other guides offer such detailed, candid reviews of hotels and restaurants or such honest advice. We include selections in all price ranges, and put the emphasis on moderately priced choices for real people.