Queens

Considered one of the more suburban areas of NY, many regions have the feel of an easy and laid back mold. Located on the western portion of the island, Queens is home to two of the three major New York City airports, John F. Kennedy and LaGuardia and Shea stadium, well known for the NY Mets and Jets. One of the most iconic images of Queens is the Unisphere in Flushing Meadows Park. An influx of Irish immigrants added to the overflow of Asian, swelling the once dominant Italian, the borough has remained widely diverse in culture. The epicenter of Jazz no more a couple of decades ago, it still clings to the classics and the younger bebop generations, punk rock is slowly gaining ground with the teen crowd. Western Queens is an artistic hub where many centers and museums congregate such as the Botanical Garden and Hall of Science. The economy is solely based on tourism, industry and trade. Long Island City is a major manufacturing and back office center. Flushing is a major commercial hub for businesses, while Jamaica covers major civic and transportation. The easiest way to get around Queens is via the subway and trolley.