There is a type of manic energy about the city at Christmastime and all the stores seek to outdo the others in displays and sales. There is no better time to enjoy shopping in New York than the holidays. That is, unless you've won the lottery the day before.

Family holidays to New York are better served by including a few other activities in the mix. Some families have difficulty dragging all members from one set of shops to the next. If you must do something other than enjoy commercial bliss while enjoying holidays to New York there are a few great choices to consider.

Statue of Liberty- This gift the United States is a symbol of hope to Americans and worth visiting no matter where your journey began. As symbols go, this is one that is extremely memorable to native New Yorkers, American travelers, and international travelers alike. The ferry ride to Staten Island is free and and quite enjoyable in its own right. If you have the chance, this is a golden opportunity that should be missed when on holiday to New York. No matter how many great buys you can find at Macy's.

Broadway - While the London Stage is amazing, there is something about Broadway that makes it well worth a visit. No matter what time of year you travel to New York there is sure to be something playing on Broadway that will strike your fancy. You may even find a few familiar plays or musicals being played on this stage with a different cast and, on rare occasions, the same cast you know and love.

More to Love - There simply isn't enough time to go through the litany of incredible museums, galories, and libraries that are all part of New York and how incredible they are to visit while enjoying your holiday to New York. However, if you are wondering where to go in New York and your budget is limited begin with the free museums and work your way up to the paid museums until you've found that there is still so much to see but now time to return to life on the other side of your cheap holidays to New York.