Have you started to plan your escape from new York for the weekend? No? In that case, start now.
Usually travel means careful planning, tons of Luggage and a terrible headache from trying not to forget anything and do everything. However, there are many places where you can get by using new York public transportation — train, bus or ferry — quickly, easily and without any problems.
Here are ten ideas that are worth to take note of in the nearest weekend.
Metro-North ► Mill River Park
Price:
$31
Time travel:
45 minutes
In this Park in Stamford, Connecticut, you will be able to admire the birds or just feel a special unity with nature, forgetting about the daily hustle and bustle. Besides spring and summer are especially often hosts movie nights and concerts.
New Jersey Transit ► The Schuyler-Hamilton House, Morristown, New Jersey
Price:
$14 in one end
Time travel:
about a half hour
If the lines from «Hamilton» does not go out of my mind, then this is the trip for you! Visit the house where was born the relationship of Alexander Hamilton and Elizabeth Schuyler. Now the building belongs to the Daughters of the American Revolution and is open for tours every Sunday from 14.00 to 16.00.
Amtrak ► Hudson, NY
Price:
$38
Time travel:
2 hours
Deciding to go in Hudson, you can just take a nice trip on the river, enjoying the fabulous scenery and making a few stops for local wineries or a nice Park. And you can visit Olana State Historic Site: here excellent views and also is the home of Fredrick Edwin Church, famous for its unique architecture. Make sure to stop by for a tour.
Sailing on Schooner Adirondack
Price:
from $72 to 82
Time travel:
2 hours
New York during this journey you will leave only formally, but trust me — it’s worth it. Escape for a while from the noisy streets and bars, going to the swimming Pier 62 in Chelsea: a little cruise will begin at 18.30 and will allow you to enjoy a dizzying views of the statue of Liberty, battery Park and the city’s famous skyscrapers. And where no drinks (snacks you can bring with you).
Long Island Rail Road ► Montok
Price:
$21.25
Time travel:
3 hours and 15 min.
Want to enjoy the fun of seals, surf or just relax from the Big Apple, with his head immersed in the atmosphere of harmony and tranquility? Montauk is great for these purposes. And be sure to stop at Montauk Bake Shoppe — their signature croissant with marmalade above and beyond.
Bus Trailways ► Saratoga Springs
Price:
from $40 to 57 in one end
Time travel:
4 to 5 hours
Like racing? I love to bet or just wanted to try? Well, if the Kentucky Derby this year you do not have time, here’s a great alternative — Saratoga Race Cours begins in July and lasts until labor Day. Well, if racing is not for you, there’s a lot of great bars.
Seastreak ► Sandy Hook, New Jersey
Price:
$46 round trip (children under 5 free)
Time travel:
45 minutes
Ferry at East 35th street or wall Street will take you to the Sunny beaches of sandy hook any day of the week. You can get there by bus, and completely free — a nice bonus, whatever you say.
Amtrak ► Alexandria, VA
Price:
from $96 to 138
Time travel:
from 4 to 4 and a half hours
Historic district, located just 10 miles from Washington, is known for its beautiful cobbled streets and buildings of red brick, and breathe history. And if you don’t like, now here there are many bars, restaurants and boutiques.
Peter Pan ► Newport, Rhode Island
Price:
$59
Time travel:
6 hours
All you need is to wait for your bus at Port Authority. Ahead of the weekend walks along sun-drenched beaches, the best Breweries, wineries and beautiful estates.
Seastreak ►Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket
Price:
$240 (310 during the holidays) to Martha’s Vineyard; $260 (330 during the holidays) for Nantucket
Time travel:
5 hours and 15 minutes to Martha’s Vineyard; 6 hours and 15 minutes to Nantucket
Your fabulous weekend starts as soon as you climb on the ferry Seastreak: free Wi-Fi, an outdoor deck, a bar offering wine, beer and various cocktails. The ship departs on Friday evening to look in Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket.
