Statue of Liberty
I was always drawn to the Statue of Liberty as a kid. Finally, I got to see it while also being on a fun ferry ride! Getting a view of the Liberty statue was fairly easy and one of the first things I did in NYC. Took a subway to South Ferry, the southernmost part of Manhattan and also the last stop of Subway Line 1. From my place, I had access to Subway Line 2 and 3 to Downtown and Brooklyn so I made a train change to Subway Line 1 at 14th Street. There is a free ferry that goes to and fro to Staten Island every 25 minutes. It gets crowded though but that’s alright coz the vessel is huge and can accommodate a massive crowd of tourists. Its super organised despite being free. The journey is beautiful and you get a spectacular view of the statue. Get your spot on the deck and try to get the perfect shot. The ferry docks at Staten Island where you can just chill and enjoy the view of Manhattan across the East River. Take the ferry back and enjoy another ride clicking more pictures just in case you need to. On your way back, you also get a glimpse of the Brooklyn Bridge and it looks beautiful. I just loved the ferry ride.
The Grand Central
So where have you seen this place before?? Hehe! The iconic opening scene of Gossip Girl. I had to click this one. Of course, the whole architecture is truly magnificent from the outside, but the inside is what feels like the pulse of the city. Man, if only our good old Churchgate looked like that. Maybe someday! There is so much inside here besides the trains, its hard to tell it’s a station. Eateries, ATMs, entertainment, restrooms and much more all laid across in the most convenient way. What a way to wait for a train? Even if one doesn’t have to take a train from here, one must experience the Grand Central, a national monument also holding together the lifeline of New York City.
Times Square
Always like this. Day or Night!
Broadway
Attending a Broadway show was on top of my list. Right behind the steps at Times Square is the tickets counter open only at specific times. You could also book the tickets online but you will end up paying more. The hopeless romantic that I am, I opted for the longest lasting shows in the history of Broadway. The Phantom of the Opera. I got my orchestra seat and the Majestic theater located at 245 West 44th Street in midtown Manhattan was packed with the finest admirers of this iconic show. For me, it was timeless as much as it will remain unforgettable. The performances, the exquisite ballets, music, costumes and sets were mesmerizing. I can’t describe the feeling I got experiencing Broadway the first time. One has to experience Broadway to know this feeling.
Places I shopped
New York City and some retail therapy are pretty much intertwined. I had a fair doze of it myself. I had been saving up to shop in New York and it was time let lose. With limited time, I knew exactly where to go. My shoe fetish lead me straight up to the Designer Shoe Warehouse as I came out of the subway at 34th street. Got myself a couple of boots at a good deal. Then straight walked into Macy’s, just a block away. I must warn you, you need at least three to four days for just this store. But the Macy’s ‘Last Act’ is irresistible. Just have patience and you can get some cooled designer stuff at throw away prices. The third and the final shopping destination for me was Century 21. Again, some great designer stuff at very low prices. Totally worth the time and money. The accessories at Century 21 were truly amazing. I could lay my hands to on so many jewellery and accessories brands all under one roof.
New York Subways
The true spirit of the city can be found in the subways. Its an experience of its own. Bands playing everywhere. Strangers chatting and just the vivid and expressive lifeline of the city. Its old but you can figure it out you can reach anywhere in the city.
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