Book a trip from Qingdao to New York with Cathay Pacific

Passengers arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport can reach downtown Manhattan in approximately 35 minutes by taxi. Alternatively, you can take the AirTrain, which connects to the New York subway. The combined journey will take just over an hour.

Starting your New York holiday at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met), an iconic museum that houses over two million works spanning 5,000 years of history, making it one of the largest and most comprehensive art museums in the world. Start your visit at The Met Fifth Avenue, where you can admire masterpieces from renowned artists like Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Van Gogh. Stop by the American Wing, showcasing American art from the colonial period to the early 20th century. For a unique experience, head to The Met Cloisters, located in Fort Tryon Park, which focuses on medieval European art and architecture.

Completed in 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge was the longest suspension bridge in the world at the time and remains a marvel of engineering and design, famous for its majestic Gothic stone arches and intricate steel cables. The bridge spans 6,016 feet with a main span of 1,595.5 feet and offers a pedestrian promenade and protected bike lane, making it a popular route for walkers and cyclists alike. Leisure travellers can enjoy a scenic walk across the bridge, which typically takes 30 to 40 minutes, offering stunning panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and Brooklyn’s waterfront. The elevated wooden walkway provides excellent photo opportunities, especially near the two grand towers where informational plaques detail the bridge’s history and construction. Early morning visits are recommended to avoid crowds and capture the best light for photography.

Stretching 1.45 miles along Manhattan’s West Side, the High Line offers stunning views of the Hudson River and the surrounding cityscape. Visitors can stroll through beautifully landscaped gardens filled with over 500 species of plants and flowers, creating a serene escape from the urban hustle. Along the way, you’ll encounter engaging public art installations and sculptures, adding to the park’s charm. The High Line is also home to various events and programs throughout the year, including wellness classes, family activities, and educational workshops. Be sure to stop by the food vendors located at various points along the path, offering delicious snacks and refreshments.

Cathay Holidays brings the convenience of finding the perfect hotels for your stay. Housed in a landmark 1909 clocktower building overlooking Madison Square Park, the New York EDITION features uniquely designed rooms and suites with oak floors, dark wood-panelled foyers, and expansive windows framing stunning views of the park, Empire State Building, and New York City skyline. The interiors create a cosy, private residence feel, enhanced by plush furnishings and luxurious amenities such as Le Labo bath products, rain showers, and spacious layouts. Guests can enjoy upscale amenities, including a tranquil spa, a 24-hour fitness centre with Peloton bikes, and personalised concierge services. Dining at The Clocktower restaurant offers seasonal contemporary British cuisine, while the Lobby Bar serves bespoke cocktails in a stylish setting. For those seeking a stylish yet budget-friendly alternative, Moxy Chelsea impresses with its playful, modern design, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the cosy rooms with natural light and offer stunning city views, including the Empire State Building. While rooms are compact, clever layouts and thoughtful amenities like walk-in rain showers and free high-speed Wi-Fi make for a comfortable stay. Guests enter through an overgrown flower shop, adding a unique botanical charm to the experience. The hotel boasts several dining and drinking options, including the Café d’Avignon pop-up for casual fare, the Lobby Bar with creative cocktails, and The Fleur Room—a glass-enclosed rooftop lounge offering panoramic 360° views of Manhattan, perfect for relaxing after a day of sightseeing. Book your stay today and discover a wondrous world of rewards, including special accommodation, room upgrades, and access to lounge facilities. You will also be able to earn miles when you book a holiday package or a hotel.

New York entices food enthusiasts with its wide selection of restaurants, where culinary traditions from across the world converge to create an exquisite gastronomic experience. Nestled under the Brooklyn Bridge, The River Café is renowned for its romantic ambience, featuring elegant decor and live piano music, making it an ideal spot for special occasions. The dinner menu showcases classic American cuisine with a seasonal twist. Start with the River Café Oysters, beautifully glazed and paired with caramelised onion and sturgeon caviar. For a rich appetiser, the Hot Foie Gras served with poached rhubarb and pistachio pain perdu is a must-try. For mains, indulge in the Lobster, featuring a poached tail with a decadent lobster gratin, or the Roasted Colorado Rack of Lamb, complemented by a natural lamb reduction. Meat lovers will appreciate the Char-Grilled Niman Ranch Strip Steak, served with a smoked shallot Béarnaise sauce. If you prefer a healthy option, Dirt Candy is a celebrated vegetarian restaurant known for its innovative, vegetable-focused tasting menus that elevate produce to star status. Chef Amanda Cohen crafts a seasonal five-course menu featuring creative dishes that highlight the flavours and textures of vegetables in unexpected and sophisticated ways. The menu changes regularly to showcase the freshest ingredients and current culinary inspirations. Popular dishes from recent menus include the Fennel Course, featuring a light fennel mousse with raw fennel, seaweed caviar, and a white wine fennel sauce, delivering a refined and elegant start. The Spring Peas dish layers fresh peas with mango custard, Thai green curry cream, and flaky puff pastry, blending sweet and savoury notes beautifully.

There’s plenty to remember when flying to a new destination. Here is some information that you should know before your flight to New York.

• Currency: United States Dollar ($, USD). Find out the current conversion rate.
• Plug: 120v Types A and B
• Time zone: GMT-5
• Language: English