The Ritz-Carlton, New York Central Park

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New York, a city of transformation and a chameleon of change makes it the perfect destination to visit anytime of the year. Summers are hot with entire days spent outside enjoying picnics in Central Park under blue-saturated skies, whereas winters call for mesmerising snow landscapes, Christmas shopping and outdoor ice-skating. If visiting during chillier months, head to Nolita indoor park, complete with trees, benches and weekend stall vendors, it also plays host to twice-weekly film nights. Take in a show on Broadway and if you've left it too late to make a reservation through the concierge, look out for TKTS booths - convenient places to purchase last minute theatre tickets while you're out and about. Maybe you have a little more time on your hands? Take the short train journey to Long Island and visit Bay Shore. This three-hundred year old village is lined with restaurants, diners and shops. Meander through the deli's, stop at a café or two and feast on gigantic American waffles.

Luxury Spa Holidays

Away from the hustle and bustle of New York is the pampering sanctuary La Prairie at The Ritz-Carlton Spa. Treatments range from a fabulous jet lag therapy to foot reflexology and pedicure for that post shopping frenzy. Facials range from the spa's anti-ageing cellular signature treatment to the ultimate Champagne and Caviar firming facial, which uses pure caviar extract to illuminate and tighten the skin. Personal trainer sessions and a range of massages and detoxifying treatments are also available.

Luxury Family Holidays

Quietly elegant, without being too formal, the hotel is very child-friendly with pull-out sofa beds in suites and youngsters provided with in-room cookies and milk.