"A polished, family-friendly luxury hotel in Midtown with excellent service, a standout Italian restaurant (Ai Fiori), and direct proximity to the Empire State Building; reserve the Empire State Presidential Suite on the 27th floor for the most spectacular close-up views of that iconic landmark." - Maria Yagoda Maria Yagoda Maria Yagoda is a writer, author, and editor who has traveled around the world professionally for over ten years. She was a senior editor at Food & Wine for seven years, covering travel and restaurants. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines