Empire State Building at sunset
It’s been a year since I last picked up my computer to write. I apologize for the radio silence. I had all the intentions of writing, but each time it just didn’t feel right and the words were stuck somewhere in the back of my head and I’d sullenly promise myself that I would write again soon. Now a full year has passed – isn’t it scary how fast time flies? Continue reading
Governor’s Island, USA
Do you have an oasis that you like to visit, to get away from the hustle bustle of the city? For me, that place is Governor’s Island. It’s located a short (5 minute) ferry ride away from the southern tip of the city. In recent years, the island has had a major facelift transforming the abandoned coast guard base into a green oasis.
The laid-back atmosphere on the island is contagious. Here you will find people riding their bikes instead of cars, having picnics on one of the many green lawns, or taking an afternoon nap at the hammock grove.
Even though it feels like worlds away, the looming city skyline in the distance reminds you that you are only a hop and a skip away from the chaos on the other side. And the best part is that it only costs a $2 dollar ferry ride to get away from it all.
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One of my favorite ways to see a city is from above. The different perspective can totally change how you see the place. Take New York for example – the chaos that you feel when you’re on the street falls away once you’re in the air. That was one of the reasons why I’ve always wanted to take a helicopter tour. It took nine years, but I finally got to check this item off of my bucket list. Continue reading
New York City, USA
This week I am going to take a break from all the nature posts and share this incredible picture of NYC. On Saturday I I got to do something EXTRA special that I’ve wanted to do FOREVER! I took an open-door heli tour around the city with Wings Air, a heli tour company based in Westchester. It was an experience I’ll never forget. Our skillful pilot navigated us to all the landmarks in the city. We were so close to the buildings, it felt like I could reach out and touch them. This one particular shot was taken of the Freedom tower at sunset. You can see the setting sun peaking between the elevator shafts creating an unforgettable shot.
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New York City, USA
It’s Memorial Day weekend, and somehow we found ourselves without any travel plans. This is pretty rare since as you know, we usually plan our travel to coincide with national holidays to maximize our work vacation days. Seeing as how we are in the city on this gorgeous weekend, we decided to do some of the things we don’t normally do – like go boating in Central Park, and visit the Brooklyn museum. Sometimes it’s nice to play tourist in your own city.
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New York City, USA
It’s been raining here a lot lately, so when there is a sunny afternoon, I try to spend it outdoors. I’ve got to bask in that warm sun whenever I can, right? My favorite hangout in our neighborhood is undoubtedly Riverside Park. Here you’ll find lots of people running, bike riding, or just relaxing on the park benches. I usually grab a book, my headphones, and enjoy a few hours in the park.
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New York, USA
I love walking, that’s probably the biggest reason why I love living in New York. If you have the time, you can walk from the top to the bottom of Manhattan and explore the different neighborhoods that are constantly changing. This past weekend, we decided to take a walk across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge on a lovely sunny day. From the bridge you can see the Manhattan skyline across the East River. You can also see the Empire State Building as well as the Chrysler Building in this photo.
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New York, USA
It was a nice afternoon, so we decided to go for a walk to the Bethesda Fountain, our favorite place in Central Park. The sun was filtering into the subterranean arcade lighting up the distinctive ornate interior. The details of the magnificent Minton Tile ceiling have attracted many visitors to this spot over the years. The interior, filled with 15,000 colorful tiles, also has brilliant acoustics. The place is always filled with beautiful music since there is never a shortage of performers.
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New York, USA
I finally made it down to the new World Trade Center Path station. Earlier this year the downtown transportation hub finally opened to the public after years of construction and delays. The highly anticipated structure was designed by renowned Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, to resemble a a bird-in-flight. The stunning $4 Billion dollar building opened to mix reviews. The large open area in the center is known as the Oculus, and connects the train station, the September 11th Memorial plaza, and the many high-end retail shops. Inside the main hall, the sun pours through the steel and glass design giving the feel of an open space. Have you been inside the new World Trade Center Path station? Do you think it was worth the hefty price tag?
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New York, USA
What a difference a week makes! Last week I was still wearing shorts and tank tops, walking around the city, complaining about the heat. This week, a cold front officially moved in heralding the arrival of Fall. Although it’s hard to tell by looking at the green leaves on the trees, I guess they didn’t get the memo. I have mixed feelings when it comes to Fall. It’s true that the heat has dissipated and it’s finally bearable to walk around the city again. The park is gorgeous this time of year in varying shades of red, orange, and yellow. The part that I don’t like so much is the progressively shorter days and the eminent threat of freezing weather around the corner. Here’s to hoping that Fall lasts a little longer this year.
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life after 9to5 