You can't beat New York for festive fun

When it comes to city breaks, New York reigns supreme - particularly at this time of year, says Ruth Jackson.

When it comes to city breaks, New York reigns supreme, particularly at this time of year. If you are lucky enough to visit the city during the festive period, then a day spent admiring the Christmas lights and decorations is well worth it no one does Christmas quite like the Americans. The Rockefeller Center just off Fifth Avenue is famous for its enormous Christmas tree and it isn't a disappointment the tree is 84 feet tall and covered in around 30,000 lights. The ice-skating rink in front of it attracts hordes of skaters. Even if you don't fancy a go, it's still an excellent place to do some people watching many talented skaters hit the ice, alongside equally entertaining novices.

Those still keen to shop despite the plunging pound should visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art shop in the Rockefeller Center. The large store is a treasure trove of goodies, from beautiful jewellery and scarves to ornate vases. Other stores that are worth a visit are luxury goods retailer Saks and upmarket toy shop, FAO Schwartz.

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Ruth Jackson-Kirby

Ruth Jackson-Kirby is a freelance personal finance journalist with 17 years’ experience, writing about everything from savings accounts and credit cards to pensions, property and pet insurance.

Ruth started her career at MoneyWeek after graduating with an MA from the University of St Andrews, and she continues to contribute regular articles to our personal finance section. After leaving MoneyWeek she went on to become deputy editor of Moneywise before becoming a freelance journalist.

Ruth writes regularly for national publications including The Sunday Times, The Times, The Mail on Sunday and Good Housekeeping, among many other titles both online and offline.