Many people assume that traveling to New York City would be too costly a vacation to take--and they're not necessarily wrong. They are not necessarily right either. A trip to New York City can be quite affordable.

Take museums for instance. Many of them are free. What about tours? There are walking tours and even tours on a larger scale that are relatively inexpensive. Some tours last all day, while others last only minutes orhours.

Meals don't have to break one's wallet either. New York City offers elegant dining as well as inexpensive, but quite tasty, dining. The choice is up to the traveler.

Even Broadway shows don't have to cost a fortune. Choices range from Broadway to Off Broadway to Off Off Broadway, each offering a unique entertainment and enjoyment.

If one has children and wonders what to do with them, bring them along. There's a zoo in Central Park and children's museums.

Transportation doesn't have to be a hassle but, in fact, can be both easy and affordable.

What about hotels? Again, there's traveler discrimination. Depending on one's taste and desire to be pampered, there's a huge selection of hotels in the city in varying degrees of luxury--or not--and safety doesn't have to be compromised.

Tourists have been visiting New York City for a long time, and it remains a top vacation spot. Go ahead, enjoy the Big Apple!