Greetings Members and Moderaters

Well! Since Emirates Airlines have launched a route to NYC in June 2004 and I am very motivated and i can't wait to visit it and see Times square, shop in 5th avenue, watch movies in Broadway, and feel the NY enthusiasim and life, therefore we are planning(My family and I) to visit NYC next summer for vacation and of course for shopping, but my family members are hesitated especially because their fears concerning us being Arabs and the American attitude towards US after 9/11... Therefore i would like to post my questions, which are as follow:-

1. What is the impression about Arabs between American people?

2. How are Arab visitors or tourists are treated in NYC?

3. What do American people think about UAE (United Arab Emirates) especially Dubai?

4. What are the best hotels we, as family, can stay at taking into consideration its proximity to Times Square and 5th Avenue?

5. Are there any Arabic Restaurants in NYC?

Thank you