The Circle Line is wonderful for a tour around Manhattan Island. It should not be missed. But much more exciting was our cruise on the Schooner Adirondack. There are some four sailings a day and we chose the sunset one.

You board at Chelsea Piers (on the Hudson near West 23rd). The two-hour cruise goes to the Statue of Liberty and returns, with champagne served by the crew.

The sunset cruise is particularly beautiful because you see the sunset to the west over New Jersey and to the east looms the skyline of lower Manhattan which is lit up brilliantly by the time you turn around and head back.

Unfortunately the cruise only runs from the end of April through the end of October. Cost is around $50, champagne included. We will never forget it!

www.sail-nyc.com/html/schooner_adirondack.html

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At night, with a terrific view of the Manhattan skyline.

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The Wollman Rink goes in Central Park in late October when it is still sunny and is there till March. I would recommend going late afternoon and, as you skate round, the sun sets and shimmers off the buildings opposite the park and as it gets darker the lights in all the buildings go on. It is a truly beautiful experience.

Central Park, mid-park at 62nd St

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