The Empire State is one of the most populous and diverse states in the nation. New York was one of the original 13 American colonies and has played an intrigal part in the nation's development. The capital of New York is Albany and the largest cities are New York City, Syracuse, Buffalo and Rochester. New York City's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is one of the largest in the world and serves extensive domestic and international destinations. LaGuardia Airport is the 2nd largest airport in the state and also offers a wide range of flights domestically and abroad.

The Big Apple is one of the best known cities in the world. With a wealth of famous theaters, museums, restaurants and hotels there is always something to do in New York. The city is also home to Wall Street and is one of the financial epicenters of the world. The state capital building in Albany is a sight to behold, with the Great Western Staircase being one of the most fantastic pieces of architecture in the state. Rochester, Syracuse and Buffalo are all cities with unique identities and offer plenty of museums, restaurants and theaters to please new visitors. New York is home to some of the best universities in the world including Columbia, Cornell, Ithaca, New York University and Fordham. These insitutes of higher learning lead the nation in academic excellence and research and host students worldwide. For a vacation that has it all, come visit beautiful New York today!