NYC |Governors Island Get Away

Some folks like to get away, Take a holiday from the neighborhood – Billy Joel – 1976

Governors Island is the perfect escape from the city: 172 acres of car-free bike paths, playgrounds, gardens and incredible views all a five-minute ferry ride from lower Manhattan daily or Brooklyn (weekends only). Continue reading “NYC |Governors Island Get Away”

travel magnoliaMay 16, 20178 Comments

George Washington's Statue at the entrance to Boston's Public Garden

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Boston’s Public Garden |An Urban Oasis

Just back from a quick trip to my favorite East Coast city (yes, I love New York but Boston is my home). The weather was spectacular – perfect for enjoying Boston’s glorious Public Garden, established in 1837 as the first public botanical garden in the United States.

Swan Boats in Public Garden — World Famous Swan Boats

The Swan Boats were launched forty years later with foot propelled pontoon boats – the founding family still operates the enormously popular attraction. Continue reading “Boston’s Public Garden |An Urban Oasis”