Hi Bunny! My wife is going to NY for 10 days on Sept. 26th! Doing a Broadway show, Empire State building, Rockafeller Square and so on. Then a cruise ship to Boston, Bar Harbor, Marthas Vineyard, and Nova Scotia, then home.
So far everyone that prorvided just some must see sites are right-on. My sister-in law was there a year ago (in summer) and really enjoyed the shopping at all of the major name jewlery stores, big name designer clothes and accessory shops as Coach. Yes, she bought a large diamond ring at Tiffanies. It is expensive but, it was a great experience (Said she. My brother paid for the ring! They have been married 35 years).
A quick tip if you try riding the sub-way. Do not wear any jewlery items, hoop ear-rings, ipod, camera, etc., anything that may draw attention for theft. Hide these items or leave secure in your hotel's safe or hotel room safe. Have lots of fun in NY and safe travels. Let's hope your luggage is not lost going either direction. It happens frequently between L.A & N.Y. or on the way back. - Wavemaker