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Washington – The United States Travel Association has taken a decision to change the existing visa schemes of the nation so as to attract more tourists, particularly from developing economies like India, Brazil and China. A report by the organization showed that the “antiquated” visa schemes of the States quite often drives away tourists to other countries.

The figures released by USTA has showed that although tourism is the biggest industry export sector in the United States, the country has failed to keep up with other parts of the world, like Western Europe, as a major tourist destination in the last decade. In the last decade, i.e., from 2000 to 2010, developing nations like India, Brazil or China, global long-haul travel has grown by 140 percent and is estimated to double by the next decade. But the USA said that only a small part of that tourism and the revenue of billions of dollars that was created, went to them.

According to the research conducted by the United States Travel Association (USTA), if the existing system is upgraded then it could help create 1.3 million new employments across the country and earn more than $859 billion for the country’s economy.

The plan by the USTA focuses on increasing staffing, reducing waiting times for visa interviews and expanding the Visa Waiver Programme.

“The United States imposes unnecessary barriers on international visitors, and that inhibits our economic growth.

New York is a most popular city of United States. New York walking is exciting  for any age of people, but for the teen old people it is one of the world’s great cities. Below are few things which you must never forget to do in New York:

Big Apple Greeters
New Yorkers  volunteer to show tourists around their favorite town. You can make a first trip for this in New York. “Greets” vary with each visitor. When visitors sign up, they are asked about their interests. Each Greet  teaches us to use the New York Subway System.  You will find a volunteer if you are interested to walk  on the Coney Island, the SoHo, Art Museums, Harlem history etc.

The Empire State Building
The Empire State of Building is one of the most popular landmarks in New York City. You can check out the view of New York City from a top of Empire State Building. You can buy a ticket online for Empire State Building to avoid a long line-ups and to save your time.

Don’t miss to observe the 102nd floor. For a long time, you could go for 86th floor observatory, but now, you can go to visit up to 102nd floor observatory. You will be able to see all New York City, Central Park and Bridges, because the area is covered with glass, you will get better pictures from here. You can not buy ticket of 102nd floor observatory online, but you can buy it at kiosk on the 86th floor.

On the 4th of July, you can see the firework’s view on Empire State Building. The Empire State Building is available for wedding only on Valentine’s Day.

Lower Eastside Tenement Museum
You can learn some history of New York, such as who crossed the oceans, who toiled in sweatshop and many more. Take the subway of Lower East Side and walk over to Orchard Street.  20 different nations were crowded into this street, for almost 200 years.

In one hour guided tours here you will come to know about the actual apartments where the people lived a hundred years ago. Also see the “sweatshop” where a family raised kids and spend their life in the garment industry.

“Visit the Confino Family Apartment” tour features a costumed guide playing the role of Victoria Confino; she welcomes you as you are a newly-arrived immigrant.

Grand Central Station
Grand Central Terminal, referred as Grand Central Station, is a beautiful Beaux-arts building of midtown Manhattan. It was opened in 1913, underwent a massive restoration to restore it to its former glory.  Now it is a transportation hub and also a destination for visitors of New York.

Harbour Tour
It offers several choices for harbor tours. Circle line operates “The Beast” speed  boat , a high speed short ride, but there is no guide commentary about the history of harbor or the statue of liberty. The Shark, a thrill speedboat, another choice of  fun, leaves from south street seaport.

If you can’t do a harbor tour, another easy way is to cruise past the statue of liberty. It runs frequently and it is free.

American Museum Of Natural History
This museum is situated on the upper east side of Central Park. This is a venerable institution, and has unparalleled collections. Its some highlights are special exhibits, the Hayden Planetarium in the Rose Center for Earth and Space; and dinosaurs.

New York – Central Park
You can see the parts of Central Park in movies. Central Park is spread out in 893 acres. A memorial of John Lennon “Strawberry Fields” is at 72nd St. It is near the Dakota apartments, where John Lennon lived with Yoko Ono before he was shot.

Conservancy of Central Park is restoring the six-acre East Meadow and surrounding landscape also. In snow days, the Conservancy has cleared a combined 32 inches of snow of pedestrian paths from Central Park’s 58 miles.

New York – Chinatown
In New York, Manhattan has the largest Chinatown of US. Since 1870s, New York City Area has been settled with Chinese immigrants. The streets of Chinatown are great for wandering. There are many fabulous stores to buy Asian groceries and goods. You can get delicious and affordable food that represents a wide variety of Chinese cuisines including Dim Sum, Cantonese Cuisine, congee and seafood.

Blue Man Group
A blue man group is a performance that you can see in New York, London, Las Vegas and elsewhere. It is an indefinable mix of mime, percussion and antics. Blue Man Group makes an excellent entertainment for families in New York.

Statue of Liberty
The Statue of Liberty was gifted to people of United States by French people during the American Resolution as a symbol of international friendship. It was designed by Frederic Auguste Bartholdi and the pedestal by Alexandre Gustave Eiffel. It is located on Liberty Island in Harbor of New York. The Statue of Liberty is a symbol of freedom and democracy.