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We continue our discussion of the upcoming Rugby World Cup in France with the games that will take place in Paris, City of Lights. Paris will host five games in the Parc des Princes. New York Habitat offers a selection of apartments in Paris to meet all of your accommodation needs.

Parc des Princes is one of the oldest stadiums in France and was rebuilt in 1972 to increase its capacity and comfort level. The facility seats 48,527 people for rugby events. For the 2007 Rugby World Championship, the stadium will be hosting five matches, four in the first round of competition plus the Bronze match in the Finals. The contests include: South Africa vs. Samoa on September 9th, Italy vs. Tonga or Korea on September 19th, England vs. Tonga on September 28th, Ireland vs. Argentina on September 30th and the Bronze match on October 10th.

New York Habitat is one of the top providers of furnished accommodations in Paris. Some apartments in the area of the stadium include PA-1351, a one-bedroom apartment with 1½ bathrooms for 1,181 euros per week and PA-2065, a one-bedroom for 743 euros per night.

In conjunction with the World Cup of Rugby, New York Habitat is offering 10% off our agency fee for anyone renting an apartment through our service that is attending the event. To receive the discount, just mention the code “rugby07” and when you complete your booking include a photocopy of a ticket to one World Cup of Rugby game you are attending.

When making plans to come to France for the World Cup of Rugby, remember that we also offer apartments close to the stadiums in Marseilles, Saint Denis, Paris and Montpellier.

The Flatiron District is located in Central Manhattan roughly bounded by Sixth Avenue to the west, 25th Street to the north, Park Avenue South to the East and 18th Street to the south.

The neighborhood is another one of Manhattan’s unique niche areas which originally grew up in the late 19th century when the “Ladies Mile” shopping district developed around Broadway and many cast iron buildings were constructed with neo-classical, Beaux-Arts and Second Empire Style influences.

The neighborhood’s signature building, The Flatiron Building, is its namesake because of its historical significance to the city. The building was the tallest skyscraper in the city when it was built and its unique triangular shape around Broadway and Fifth Avenues makes it one of New York’s most memorable structures.

The Housing:

The Flatiron District has limited housing and many of the offerings are expensive, but people find that the location is well worth the price. The predominant housing options are lofts located on the side streets and newer high-rise condos scattered on the Avenues. New York Habitat can help you find a furnished apartment or a vacation rental accommodation in this neighborhood.

The Culture:

The neighborhood is small but includes many of the city’s top restaurants, the always popular Madison Square Park and a unique mix of shopping. Some of the popular restaurants include Craft and Craft Bar by chef Tom Colicchio that serves new American food, Bobby Flay’s Mesa Grill, specializing in southwestern food, and Tabla, an Indian restaurant facing Madison Square Park.

As for shopping, the neighborhood has become a magnet for large national retailers but has plenty of local flair as well. There is a large Home Depot on 23rd Street as well as a Filene’s Basement and a Container Store on Sixth Avenue. The neighborhood also features one of the original Barnes and Noble stores – from before the bookseller became a national chain — as well as Paragon Sports on 16th Street and Broadway, one of the city’s most famous independent sporting goods stores.

Madison Square Park, which fills the land between Fifth and Madison Avenues from 23rd to 25th Streets, is one of the neighborhood’s highlights. The park includes a famous burger stand, which is run by the owners of the Union Square Grill and includes some of the best burgers in the city. If you decide to go for a burger, come early or prepare to wait because the secret is out. You can even enjoy a glass of wine (plastic) with your burger while sitting at a table in the park.

The Location:

People who live in the neighborhood often choose it because of its central location halfway between Herald Square and Union Square. Many midtown offices are within walking distance, though if you prefer there are several subway lines that serve the neighborhood including the 6 train at 23rd Street and Park Avenue South, the R,W trains at 23rd Street and Broadway, and the F,V trains at 23rd and Sixth Avenue. With all of these options, accessing any part of Manhattan is relatively easy.

When looking for midtown apartments, consider the Flatiron District. Its easy access to Midtown offices, close proximity to Madison Square Park and top-notch restaurants make it an attractive choice.

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On Wednesday, March 21, 2007, New York Habitat’s luxurious apartments will be presented to hundreds of celebrities!

We are sponsoring the Tommy Boy Sunset Sessions party during the 2007 Winter Music Conference at the Victor Hotel in South Beach, Miami.  Celebrating their most successful music year to date, Tommy Boy & Silver Label will be hosting an international DJ lineup including Ultra Naté, Ralphi Rosario & Abel, and #1 world DJ Bob Sinclar, whose “World Hold On” earned a Grammy® nomination in 2006 for Best Dance Remix and took home DJ Magazine’s #1 International DJ of the Year award while topping year end charts all over the world.

Charity Folks is also auctioning off two VIP passes, for which proceeds will benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.  For more information, visit Bob Sinclar’s official website (www.bobsinclar.com) or the Tommy Boy Sunset Sessions Myspace profile (www.myspace.com/tommyboysunsetsessionswmc). 

New York Habitat is proud to be a part of what promises to be an exciting event, broadcast live via Sirius Satellite Radio (Area 33).  Our agent, Doreen Fuentes, who has put together Tommy Boy Records’ 400 star-studded VIP guest list, is producing the exclusive invite-only event.  Thanks to her knowledge, which goes beyond the real estate profession, New York Habitat will appear on the party’s flyers, invitations, and even better, our luxury apartments will be highlighted in the event program and company flyer, which will put our owners and their apartments in the spotlight for celebrity prospects.

We offer luxury accommodations from a beautiful one-bedroom New York penthouse near Times Square (NY-12092), a modern two-bedroom London apartment just a few minutes walking distance from the London Bridge (LN-257), or a modern three-bedroom duplex set in one of the most attractive and historical areas of Paris’s Left Bank in St. Michel (PA-3105).  Don’t hesitate to contact us to get a listing of luxury apartments in your destination.

The French DJ Bob Sinclar attracts an international VIP clientele that often travels to Paris, New York, London, and the South of France.  These people are particularly interested in our luxurious short-term accommodations and apartment shares, as we deliver a more “at home” environment to our clients.

The New York Auto Show is the most attended showcase in New York. Last year, over 1.2 million people attended the event. If you enjoy checking out all of the new models, this is the place to be. And if you want to have enough time to see everything, consider spending some time in New York to visit the auto show and tour the city.

The New York Auto Show takes place at The Javits Center from April 6-15, 2007.  You can find out more information about the event by visiting the show’s website. With its location on the far west side of Midtown Manhattan, finding a convenient accommodation can be difficult. If you are bringing the family to the show, having a large apartment can be a particularly wise option.

New York Habitat has several accommodations, including NY-12250, a large studio loft in Chelsea, NY-11471, a one-bedroom on 11th Avenue just four blocks south of The Javits Center, and NY-8705, a one-bedroom apartment to the west of Times Square; these are all well suited to these needs.

So, whether you are an exhibitor, a visitor or part of the press, remember New York Habitat when you are making your plans for the Auto Show. We can offer you a rental perfectly suited to your needs.