With the gas prices on the rise and wallets getting ever tighter, traditional vacations are falling to the wayside for many this summer. To prevent anyone from missing out on the fun, Paltalk.com, the premier provider of software and technology for real-time, rich media, interactive social networking, has decided to help everyone take a trip to New York with their “Virtual Trip to NYC” video.

The fun and relaxing first person point-of-view stream will capture the sights and sounds of New York for those who are hoping to visit the city from afar. The stream allows anyone to take a virtual visit to New York without having to deal with luggage or requesting time off from work.

This free video is available HERE for anyone who wants to log-on and watch the stream.

The following sights are explored during the video, taking a virtual romp around some popular summer hot-spots in New York:

• Central Park
  • Join the scenic walk-thru
  • Take a boat ride at the Central Park Boathouse
  • Hang out in Sheeps Meadow and Strawberry Fields
  • Fly a kite
  • Visit Central Park Zoo
  • Try some ice cream
  • Take a bike ride on the paths
• Times Square
  • Walk-through to see the sights
  • People-watch at the bleachers
  • Check out the street performers
• Madison Square Park
  • Try the famous Shake Shack burgers
• Highline Park
  • Check out the Highline art exhibits
  • Enjoy the amazing view
  • Try the beer at the Standard beer garden
  • Relax on the lounge chairs
• Washington Square Park
  • Watch the people play in the fountain
  • Check out the street performers
  • Find a great outdoor cafe
  • Read a book on a bench

This staycation won’t cost you a dime, so log onto: http://blog.paltalk.com/paltalkmedia/2011/06/stuck-inside-1st-day-of-summer.html and start enjoying New York! Sign up is free too.