Experience New York City as a Sophisticate
This well-established world capital is a magnet for power, style, and energy. Art and culture find their focus here, as do fashion, food, and finance. The best of the best gravitate to New York City, and its moneyed streets prove the benefits and spectacle of deep wealth. Rubbing shoulders with a who's-who of personality and fame, denizens have the opportunity to live amid Gilded Age luxury and Wall Street excess. Internationalism is also prevalent, and the worldly allure of both East and West informs the American experience, enriching a melting pot whose bounty has an appeal not always available to the masses.
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The Sophisticate is the woman who seems poised and collected in any scenario. She carries herself with aplomb and always seems to get what she wants by virture of her charm and style. She may or may not possess a trust fund, but she carries off the appearance of having one no matter the circumstances. She's chic, her clothes are classic and of the utmost quality, and she never looks disheveled. The Sophisticate has an inborn sense of regality, not to mention effortless carriage. She knows the right people and has a knack for being well-connected. She can speak about arts and culture knowledgeably, and she never gets flustered or caught off-guard. An air of Audrey Hepburn? It's hers, along with a string of pearls and a French twist.
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A retreat for travelers with an eye for luxury, the stylish London NYC offers impeccable amenities, from the grand, European-style lobby to room service furnished by Gordon Ramsay. The spacious suites are lavishly furnished (including Egyptian bedding by Fili D'Oro of Italy), and each guest room has been custom-designed by David Collins. On-site perks include a full-service health club, a restaurant, and award-winning concierge services. Located near Broadway and Times Square. TRAIN: N, R to 57th St
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Opened in 1935, The Frick Collection occupies what was once a private mansion and now houses numerous works by such greats as Rembrandt, Whistler, Vermeer, and El Greco, along with special exhibitions. While here, take a break in the indoor garden court and enjoy a quiet moment by the ornate fountain or gaze through the beautiful glass ceiling. The price of admission includes the ArtPhone audio guide. Children under 10 not admitted. The Frick Library (10 East 71st Street) is open to researchers. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6 to 68th St
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So popular that you have to make reservations well in advance, trendy Tabla masterfully blends American and Indian styles in both decor and cuisine. The restaurant interior boasts a lovely two-tiered design, and if you aren't able to make reservations in the main dining room, try the Bread Bar, located below the restaurant. Beautifully presented dishes include watermelon-lime salad, rosemary naan bread, and Goan spiced crab cake. TRAIN: N, R, 6 to 23rd St
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This Madison Avenue piano bar, named after an author of children's literature, attracts a more mature and well-heeled group of clientele than some of the Upper East Side's other nightspots do. Murals by Ludwig Bemelmans depict scenes from Madeline and a few of his other stories, adding nice contrast to the bar's "Old New York" atmosphere. Indeed, Bemelmans ranks among the city's classic piano bars joints where you can enjoy a good drink, terrific company, and great music in relative peace. TRAIN: 6 to 77th St
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Tony, chic, posh ... Mere mention of Madison Avenue brings these adjectives to mind, and for good reason: Upper Madison, from around 42nd Street all the way up to the mid-90s, is famed as one of the world's most luxurious shopping districts. What will you find there? Name it. Fifty or so blocks of primo real estate dedicated to elite European and American designers, scores of fine art galleries, exclusive spas and salons, and topflight restaurants and hotels. Indeed, if Broadway is where stars are born, Madison Avenue is where the stars play. TRAIN: F to Lexington Ave-63rd St; N, R, W to 5th Ave; 4, 5, 6 to any stop between 51st St and 96th St
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You won't find a finer and more esteemed literary and arts festival than this one sponsored annually by The New Yorker. It boasts three days of acclaimed writers reading their works and artists discussing their processes. Various venues host the myriad of programs, which include sessions with Stanley Tucci, Annie Proulx, Neko Case, Tilda Swinton, Wallace Shawn, and much more. Events sell out quickly, so act fast to obtain tickets.
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Yes, New York City is incomparable, and yet, you've visited many times. You're curious to see what else is out there.
Check out these other cities that would make a fabulous trip for a Sophisticate:
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