Manhattan

Waking up early, have to get the train to Manhattan, our first visit is to Ellis Island. We grab a peanut butter bagel and have a breakie in Battery park before taking the ferry. The ride is smooth, I am fascinated by an Asian kid, wondering what he's wondering about. The museum is great, very touching, we are able to hear immigrants telling their personal experiences through the headphones, while looking at the black and white pictures. I feel their experience on my skin.
On the way through the Hudson we also wave to the statue of Liberty. Many people there, it's better to be a bit distant from an overwhelming crowd.
From the Battery, 9/11 Memorial is near. We see the survivor tree and the two holes in the ground. The sculptures are great, loving the animal theme tea break. The rest of the afternoon was pretty much a rush through Natural History museum, and Empire State Building. Both awesome, although for the museum one needs at least 5 days. Altogether pretty satisfied by the end of the day.Read more