New York's Best Walking Trails

While much of what I write about New York requires a premium, there are several exceptional walks through our beautiful city which I highly recommend and come without a price tag.  Any walk in Central Park is enjoyable, but do take a jaunt around the reservoir (please no strollers or bikes) and venture into the magnificent conservancy on Fifth Avenue @ 105th.  There is a lovely walk along the Hudson River on the West Side, but I recommend commencing from the 60's and walking towards the George Washington Bridge to avoid the rogue bike riders.  If you make it up as far as the George Washington Bridge, I suggest you saunter over to the Jersey side (and then skedaddle back.)  The fairly new High Line is an ingenious addition to our city, providing a lovely stroll with a view of the Hudson surrounded by greenery and fascinating architecture.  Take some time to visit some of the galleries in the Chelsea area before or after.  Lastly, I would recommend walking around the lower East Village where there are plenty of interesting boutiques and cafes and great people watching.  I just want to let you tourists know that when you trod hand in hand you're like blood clots in the flow of our city.  But you tourists who take the bus tours around the city are just clods.  Hop off the bus and stretch those legs, it is priceless!