An Aussie in New York: It's Beginning to Look a lot like Christmas

If I could have one wish granted, it would be for all my family and friends to celebrate Christmas in New York city at least once in their lives. The atmosphere in the city is happy and electric. The streets are adorned with festive decorations and each of the big department stores have animated Christmas windows. So with the stores pumping out Christmas music, Salvation Army Officers ringing their bells on street corners and being wrapped up in warm clothes, one unavoidably develops a happy Christmas spring in their step.

There are people darting in and out of shops, looking in windows but every one is in such good spirits that you mind the crowds.

If you are fortunate to be in New York city during the Christmas season, one place that you must visit is Rockefeller Plaza. The large Christmas tree and the ice skating rink is just like what you see in the movies. In fact there are several outdoor ice rinks around the city which also adds to the fun and excitement of the season.

Another thing that I fallen in love with are the different Holiday markets they have around the city. These markets sell jewelery, art, food etc that have been created by local artists. Union Square has a large markets and the one in Grand Central Station is also very nice. I am on my way today to check out the holiday markets at Columbus Circle.

There is so much to see and do during the holiday season that I cannot keep up. But at the end of the day I have found the simple joy of walking around the city and soaking up the wonderful atmosphere is by far the best way to spend your time.