NEW YORK

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After been shrouded in fog for two days and then another day later on, gale force winds one day and a very bumpy ride at times,(passing by the remains of the Titantic some 14 miles away) we have finally arrived in wonderful New York. It was absolutely magical sailing into Manhattan just before sunrise, as we came under the Varrazano Narrows Bridge and into the Hudson River the lights of Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty looked amazing! As usual the USA immigration put forward their best personalities - SO rude they are unbelievable, we finally got out of the terminal at around 8.00a.m. Some that were much later took 3 hrs to get out. Then walked to Times Square enroute to the memorial in the financial district - got there with a few minutes to spare before our 10.00a.m. time slot. Around 8km walk from our ship - but a great walk soaking up the atmosphere on Manhattan. I had booked our tickets before we left Australia - you have to advance purchase otherwise no entry. It was a very moving experience and they have done a very good job of the area, having replanted the only tree that was left standing after the disaster, took it away while they did the site. Then for some lunch and some retail therapy - John broke down a bit so had to catch the subway for part of our journey back uptown - sore back, sore knee etc - too much walking or MAYBE too much shopping. Finally got a Repunzal jewellery box we had been looking for at every Disney Shop - the huge one at Times Square had it!!! Lots of things going on around Times Square - its always fun around there, then onto the Intrepid and a nice cold beer in a bar near there. Great day but feet were in need for a massage last night - after 16km walk. Set sail at 6.00p.m. for Antigua but just been told this morning after travelling through the night that we will not be going to Antigua as Tropical Storm Dorian has formed in the Atlantic Ocean and heading towards that area - Instead of getting to Antigua Monday we have another day at sea and arrive at Aruba on Tuesday.

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Photos

STATUE OF LIBERTY
So majestic!

MANHATTAN
With the Freedom Tower at Ground Zero -one, red and blue lights

ON OUR DEPATURE MANHATTAN
New Yorker

911 MEMORIAL
The South Pool

TIMES SQUARE
Always so colorful

NEW YORK NEW YORK
Looking back to the Brooklyn Bridge

Comments

[kaz]

hi guys gee new york looks great we have had lots of wind here after2 weeks finally seen some sun 20 degrees all weekend going to indian tonight with 8 of us love to you both xxx

[D MJ Binkley]

Lady Liberty
Always great to see a photo of this lovely location.

[Ivan]

New York
Hi Westburys we agree that New York is a amazing city and yes one has to be very fit to walk 16 km so congratulations.We would need an ambulance. Renate is finished with the dentist and we are going to my place of birth after 44 years its not New York but its next best thing ( I am surprised that place wasn't included on your cruse.....maybe cos there is no any water ) and than we are off to Adriatic island Hvar . Keep having a good time and slow down with shopping it's hurting your knees not to mention your pocket :-)) Regards Ivan and Renate

[lee Eighteen]

just me
just out of bed and it is grey and dull !! (no not simon, the day !) Was thinking of you in the night, and thought there may be a blog from somewhere exotic this morning, but ...sad face. I am guessing you cant be too far from the panama canal, hope it is wonderful...missing you both xxxxxxxxxxxxx

[Debbie Kotlarek]

Greetings World Travelers!
So happy to get your blog info as I wrote to the email you gave me last year & never got a reply. It appears you are having quite the adventure!!! Wish you could stop in Michigan. xoxo