New York has four cruise ports serviced by most of the major cruise providers for those wishing to set sail out of New York City. There are also quite a few local cruise companies that provide everything from dinner cruises to sightseeing to the famous ferries. In addition to the typical east coast destinations of Florida and the Bahamas, New York cruises include some unexpected itineraries.

Staying in Brooklyn is an excellent way of enjoying all the classic New York City attractions with the convenience of a relaxed borough. You will also save a few dollars staying in Brooklyn while enjoying the best view of the city skyline, especially at night. Brooklyn hotels offer accessibility to the experiences you want without having to overspend on New York hotel accommodations.

Brooklyn Cruise Terminal is located on the site of a former container terminal south of Brooklyn Heights near the entrance to the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel. It has one berth and is used mainly by Cunard's Queen Mary 2 and Princess Cruises.

Brooklyn Heights is the old, old neighborhood. It was, by some accounts, America's first suburb, a place where good people moved to escape the unwashed hordes in New York. Some of New York's oldest houses, dating to the 1840s, are located in Brooklyn Heights.

With so much to see and do, a trip to New York City may seem a little overwhelming. The city is so big, mere words penned from a few local tour guides cannot capture the true essence of the city... there is simply too much to comprehend!