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NEW YORK CITY Gamal Hennessy
New York City is the premier vacation destination for anyone with a passion for nightlife. The city is the epicenter for classic drinks, stylish people and world-class venues. It is the home for music genres that can be heard in clubs all over the world. It sets the trends in cocktails, food and fashion. New York City has defined American nightlife for decades and its influence is still going strong.
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The Cooper Square Hotel: With some of the most unique designs of any property in the area, the Cooper Square is a great place to start exploring the East Village and Lower East Side. thecoopersquarehotel.com
Beauty & Essex: A pawnshop facade hides a two story restaurant complete with two menu items, first- rate service and beautiful people everywhere you look.
The Standard Hotel: It offers access to the Highline (New York’s newest park). It has its own beer garden, its own exclusive club and its own rooftop bar. What more do you need? standardhotels.com Thompson Hotel: Located between the Lower East Side and Chinatown, the Thompson combines the boutique hotel experience with the frantic energy of downtown. thompsonhotels.com
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Lamb’s Club: A new favorite among the midtown media set, Lamb’s Club combines elements from some of the best New York bars and restaurants and brings them together in the center of the city. thelambsclub.com Hurricane Club: Taking the tiki bar trend to an elegant extreme, Hurricane Club serves Polynesian pig and tropical drinks in a setting that will make you think you’re on the set of an Indiana Jones movie. thehurricaneclub.com
