As anyone who reads my blog knows, I love New York. It’s the city I called home for many years, and still do. And it’s where I became who I am. When I return now, after living in Paris for 5 years (hard to believe!), I often find the city chaotic and cold, from the inside. It lacks the charm and class of Paris, in which you can walk the streets and lose yourself in it’s beauty. Certainly the energy and dynamism of New York makes up for anything it lacks. The skyline of NYC is unlike any in the world. And now, with the Freedom Tower standing tall, the city truly stands alone.
When I arrived to NYC I was invited on a Circle Line tour with fellow travel bloggers.
I very happily felt like a tourist and enjoyed the views as night fell upon the city that never sleeps.
It was upon this vessel that I met Kirsten, a travel photographer & Stephen, who runs walking tours.
And is was here, with lady liberty aglow, that my love for this urban jungle was felt most deeply.
Once a New Yorker, always, whether near or far.
Those that fall in love with NYC seem to always stay in love! Sorry we couldn’t see each other…so close yet so far away. xo
Susan, it’s true that once you fall for NYC, it’s a place you love forever, even when you choose no longer to live there.
Sorry too that we didn’t get to meet. Next time!
I always enjoy seeing cities from the water, it is a totally different perspective! The last time I did that in NY was 1986, so I am pretty sure with everything that has happened since then, it is a whole new view to see.
You must take a boat tour next time you’re in NYC, it really is a spectacular view! Unlike Paris, which is beautiful from within or above, NYC is stunning from afar.