Despite the heavy smoke coming from the north (they say worse air pollution in the world right now) we ventured into NYC for the day. Jodi and Bruce arrived around noon and we crafted a plan that included buses, trains, cabs and ferries!
First a trip to Freedom Tower and the 9/11 memorial, yet we were not allowed to approach the 2 reflecting pools because of the smoke…..What? Why? We could stand 15 feet away behind a barrier, but not close enough to look down into the pools or read the names of the nearly 3000 who perished that day whose names are engraved in the bronze parapets creating the edge. Disappointing yet moving at the same time. We toured the South Street Seaport which also allowed us to see several historic ships from the 1800’s, but not board them.
Then we headed north to the theater district and had a fabulous Italian dinner at La Masseria then off to Broadway to see Six. It was very high energy, fun and inspiring! Back to the boat around mid night after a ferry ride (and great glimpse of Lady Liberty at night), train ride and healthy walk to the marina. Looking forward to those amazing NY bagels Jodi and Bruce brought in the morning! Tomorrow we are off to pass Lady Liberty again and begin our journey up the Hudson River.
Here’s the video that I didn’t successfully separate from the Trawler Life Facebook Group the other day – Legacy traveling south on the East River toward Lady Liberty.
Feels like tomorrow will be our first day on the Great Loop, even though we’ve been traveling for 2 weeks. All of the ports (except for arriving in Great Kills) so far have been places we’ve been before, so we will now be off to parts unknown!
Nancy Hebel
I loved the video. You are having such a great trip. I love following along. Enjoy every moment as you explore new waterways.