When somebody asks me to list the attributes of Manhattan, I really don\’t know where to start! It\’s lively, convenient and utterly beautiful; once you visit New York it will become one of your favorite places in the world.

As a resident, the diversity of this fabulous borough is one of the things I love the most. I\’ve been out and about and seen as much as I can, but so wish I had the time to completely immerse myself in the wonders of this city, but sadly it\’s just too big.

Let\’s leave the negatives behind and focus on the best that Manhattan has to offer. These are just a few of my personal recommendation for you to check out next time you come to take a bite out if the big apple.

My first stop is the fabulous East Village. I visit this area regularly for the great bars and restaurants, try them out yourself.

Although primarily catering to those in the 20-30 age bracket, there is such an amazing selection of restaurants, bars, shops and lounges. They all nestling together in an area that can only be, at the most, one square mile. As you go further down, you enter the Lower East side, which is very like the East Village.

At first glance the appearance of the West village looks very similar, but you will notice that is geared towards the mature age groups. This is a very attractive area, brimming with intimate cafes and designer clothing. The abundance of trees makes this area as attractive as it is popular.

If Bohemia isn\’t your style and you want to spend some time at one with nature, then head for the Upper West Side. This area is home to the world famous Central Park, a beautiful place to relax for a few hours and watch the world go by.

These areas are just a few of my favorites, and I hope I\’ve whetted your appetite as to what Manhattan has to offer. I\’m going to leave now because trust me; I could go on for hours!