Irish visitors to New York city expected to surge 20% this year

IRISH shoppers are still hungry for the Big Apple, with trips to New York expected to surge 20% this year.

Tourism firm NYC & Company said Irish tour operators selling US breaks are reporting “buoyant sales” from Ireland to New York city.

Jersey Gardens, the largest shopping mall in New Jersey, which is located just outside New York, said visitor numbers are up 20% this year.