East Coast Road Trip (April 21-May 8)&(June28-July18) through 32 US States with my 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid...
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Today visited the National Mall in Washington DC. Since it was a public holiday, there was a lot of free parking right by the National Mall. I actually parked in a parking area meant only for employees of the US Capitol. My car stayed there for the 3.5 hours that we went walking around the whole National Mall. Other drivers parked too but the lot was not even half full as people were scrared they would get a ticket or their cars would get towed. Well, I was lucky my car was not ticketed nor towed.
The White House
The Reflecting Pool
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall
May God bless all those who served and who are serving.
Lincoln Memorial
Washington Monument
So many food vendors at the Washington Monument
Smithsonian Institution
The US Capitol. Free parking in this area since it was a public holiday. On normal days only employees park here. So, one was lucky to find free parking. But I thought my car would be towed but I still took the chance after I talked to 2 other families who said they were going to chance it also. This lot was barely full as most people who came by were wanting to be safe than sorry and so parked only to take pictures here and left. I parked here and came back 3.5 hours later. Car was still there. So, we got in and left.
The White House
The Reflecting Pool
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall
May God bless all those who served and who are serving.
Lincoln Memorial
Washington Monument
So many food vendors at the Washington Monument
Smithsonian Institution
The US Capitol. Free parking in this area since it was a public holiday. On normal days only employees park here. So, one was lucky to find free parking. But I thought my car would be towed but I still took the chance after I talked to 2 other families who said they were going to chance it also. This lot was barely full as most people who came by were wanting to be safe than sorry and so parked only to take pictures here and left. I parked here and came back 3.5 hours later. Car was still there. So, we got in and left.
PetitFrereArmada
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Last Day in Washington DC. Went to Arlington Cemetery to visit the Tomb of the Unknown. Was lucky to watch the change of the guards. Very solemn and nice ceremony.
Tomb of the Unknown
Tomb of the Unknown
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Yesterday, left Marylard for New York. Made a quick stop in Philadelphia to see the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. And then had a chance to eat a Philly cheese steal at one of the most popular hoke in the Wall restaurant. It was good, but after rating it, I think I can make a really tasty one also.
Later that day we got to New York. I have my hotel in Newark and decided to drive to New York City and just drive around. So many tolls. Tolls cost me about $30 on that day. The roads in New York City and Newark are really bad. My suspension is being overworked. The driving here is scary and a lot of people honking all the time. Late at night, I decided to drive to see how close I could get to see the Statue of Liberty at night. And so I got this shot.
Later that day we got to New York. I have my hotel in Newark and decided to drive to New York City and just drive around. So many tolls. Tolls cost me about $30 on that day. The roads in New York City and Newark are really bad. My suspension is being overworked. The driving here is scary and a lot of people honking all the time. Late at night, I decided to drive to see how close I could get to see the Statue of Liberty at night. And so I got this shot.
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Today we took the train from Newark to explore some of New York City. First stop was at the World Trade Station. My first time to New York City and first time visiting the area after 911. Very solemn and nice experience.
The Oculus Train station was a nice building also.
So many people at the WTC memorial
The beautiful faces of those who lost their lives on 9/11. May they rest in peace.
Aerial picture posted at the 911 Memorial showing where the 2 buildings that collapsed once stood.
Next was eating some New York pizza and then shopping for souvenirs. Then a walk to the Brooklyn Bridge. When we were halfway on the 1.1 mile long bridge, a torrential rain started. With so many people on the bridge, so many of us got really wet by the time we found shelter. Some people were smart enough to have umbrellas or rain coats, so did not get wet. But it was still a nice laugh and fun for all those who got very wet.
Took a picture of the buildings standing from Brooklyn Bridge.
Even after being so wet, one still made time to go walk around Chinatown before calling it a day and taking 2 trains back to get to Newark.
The Oculus Train station was a nice building also.
So many people at the WTC memorial
The beautiful faces of those who lost their lives on 9/11. May they rest in peace.
Aerial picture posted at the 911 Memorial showing where the 2 buildings that collapsed once stood.
Next was eating some New York pizza and then shopping for souvenirs. Then a walk to the Brooklyn Bridge. When we were halfway on the 1.1 mile long bridge, a torrential rain started. With so many people on the bridge, so many of us got really wet by the time we found shelter. Some people were smart enough to have umbrellas or rain coats, so did not get wet. But it was still a nice laugh and fun for all those who got very wet.
Took a picture of the buildings standing from Brooklyn Bridge.
Even after being so wet, one still made time to go walk around Chinatown before calling it a day and taking 2 trains back to get to Newark.
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PetitFrereArmada
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Very good day today touring some iconic places in New York City for my first time.
Time Square
And make sure to look for the Naked Cowboy. He is quite an attraction. Lots of women taking pictures with him and giving him a tip from $2 to $20. Well, he always hands out his card to the women who take pics with him and he signs it and just says if your relationship does not work out, contact him.
Next was Rockefeller Plaza
Across the street is the iconic church St. Patrick's Cathedral
We walked to the Lego store and I enjoyed this enough to take pictures of them.
Walked infront of Trump Tower and had to take pics.
Walked to Central Park but did not go top far inside. One was exhausted walking around by then. It was time to get on the subway to see Central Station for my first time.
And that concludes the part of my road trip spent in New York. Tomorrow we leave for Massachusetts while seeing other things along the way. Then 2 days later all the way to Portland, Maine.
Time Square
And make sure to look for the Naked Cowboy. He is quite an attraction. Lots of women taking pictures with him and giving him a tip from $2 to $20. Well, he always hands out his card to the women who take pics with him and he signs it and just says if your relationship does not work out, contact him.
Next was Rockefeller Plaza
Across the street is the iconic church St. Patrick's Cathedral
We walked to the Lego store and I enjoyed this enough to take pictures of them.
Walked infront of Trump Tower and had to take pics.
Walked to Central Park but did not go top far inside. One was exhausted walking around by then. It was time to get on the subway to see Central Station for my first time.
And that concludes the part of my road trip spent in New York. Tomorrow we leave for Massachusetts while seeing other things along the way. Then 2 days later all the way to Portland, Maine.
PetitFrereArmada
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Today, we drove through New York, Connecticit, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We will be staying in Massachusetts for 2 days and then will head to Portland, Maine.
#24 New York
#25 Connecticut
#26 Rhode Island
#27 Massachusetts
#24 New York
#25 Connecticut
#26 Rhode Island
#27 Massachusetts
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In Connecticut, we make a stop at the haunted abandoned Fairfield Hills psychiatric Hospital. It has some really scary videos that some people have posted on YouTube over the years. It was a good stop to take a look at it and walk around it. It felt a bit spooky.
From there, we drove to The Mark Twain House & Museum for a tour. It was really nice. The house had a good story. Too bad they did not allow people to take pictures of the inside.
About 2 miles from the Mark Twain House is Bear's Smokehouse. Very good BBQ. I definitely recommend the pork ribs and the burnt ends. Yummy!
Drove the final 2 hours to our hotel. Checked in and decided to head to the marina to eat and try to get on the ferry to go to the small island of Matha's Vinyard.
And that was it for today. Tomorrow, plan to drive the whole length of Cape Cod National Seashore.
From there, we drove to The Mark Twain House & Museum for a tour. It was really nice. The house had a good story. Too bad they did not allow people to take pictures of the inside.
About 2 miles from the Mark Twain House is Bear's Smokehouse. Very good BBQ. I definitely recommend the pork ribs and the burnt ends. Yummy!
Drove the final 2 hours to our hotel. Checked in and decided to head to the marina to eat and try to get on the ferry to go to the small island of Matha's Vinyard.
And that was it for today. Tomorrow, plan to drive the whole length of Cape Cod National Seashore.
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PetitFrereArmada
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Very beautiful day today exploring the whole of Cape Cod National Seashore in Massachusetts and spending most of the day in Provincetown and visiting some light houses and beaches.
Three Sisters lighthouse
Nausea Beach Light Station
Highland Lighthouse
Three Sisters lighthouse
Nausea Beach Light Station
Highland Lighthouse
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Provincetown was very interesting this weekend as we heard it was Bear Week 2021 in Provincetown. No wonder the town was so colorful. We saw some very interesting things around town. And this bar that was very entertaining with drag queens dancing and getting a lot of dollar bills from the guests. It was very entertaining. Theu said people should come to the bar at night for the best show. Too bad we could not stay for that.
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And last but not the least, some aerial views of Provincetown, MA.
Boats loading up people for a 3 hours whale watching trip
The heart of Commercial Street. A must see area to walk around.
A random look at some residential areas.
Boats loading up people for a 3 hours whale watching trip
The heart of Commercial Street. A must see area to walk around.
A random look at some residential areas.
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#28 New Hampshire
#29 Maine
#29 Maine
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I had always wanted to visit Harvard. So, I had to make a stop today in Boston to visit Harvard University and buy one of those Harvard t-shirts.
Main entrance into Harvard
Harvard library with the statue of John Harvard
Main entrance into Harvard
Harvard library with the statue of John Harvard
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Next was to drive to Maine. First thing to see was Nubble Lighthouse.
Got to Portland and had some very tasty Lobster rolls. Been eating this a lot while in this part of the country. It is very good. I think I can make this too. Will be adding this to my menu at home. I am sure the Lobster roll I will make will be finger licking.
Then just had a look at this Berlin Wall by the restaurant.
After eating, we went to see the most photographed Lighthouse in Portland called Portland Head Light. It was really packed.
Got to Portland and had some very tasty Lobster rolls. Been eating this a lot while in this part of the country. It is very good. I think I can make this too. Will be adding this to my menu at home. I am sure the Lobster roll I will make will be finger licking.
Then just had a look at this Berlin Wall by the restaurant.
After eating, we went to see the most photographed Lighthouse in Portland called Portland Head Light. It was really packed.
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My first time at the Niagara Falls State Park. What an amazing park. But my second time going down into Niagara Falls. First time was like 8 years ago on the Canadian side. This is my first time going down to the Falls on the US side. The Niagara Falls State Park is an amazing park to visit.
Niagara Falls
Waiting for our boat to come so we can get on the board for our own 20 minutes ride to get under the Falls.
Last pictures I took of the Falls as we were about to get under it where we all got very wet.
Coming in to dock while the next set of people waiting to get on the boat.
When we were done with the ride, they always hook the boat to be charging since it is fully electric. So, it is charging while we get off the boat and the new set of people get on board.
When we got off the boat after the ride
Done with the ride and getting back to dock. We get out at the dock and get into that building to ride the elevators 20 storeys up to get on that observation deck.
A lot of people on the Observation deck.
I took a picture of the boat that left after we docked.
Canadian Rainbow Bridge. This is US/Canadian border. Too bad it is still closed. I wish the border was open, I had so much I wanted to go do there and buy.
Our Canadian neighbors doing their own ride to the Falls.
Niagara Falls
Waiting for our boat to come so we can get on the board for our own 20 minutes ride to get under the Falls.
Last pictures I took of the Falls as we were about to get under it where we all got very wet.
Coming in to dock while the next set of people waiting to get on the boat.
When we were done with the ride, they always hook the boat to be charging since it is fully electric. So, it is charging while we get off the boat and the new set of people get on board.
When we got off the boat after the ride
Done with the ride and getting back to dock. We get out at the dock and get into that building to ride the elevators 20 storeys up to get on that observation deck.
A lot of people on the Observation deck.
I took a picture of the boat that left after we docked.
Canadian Rainbow Bridge. This is US/Canadian border. Too bad it is still closed. I wish the border was open, I had so much I wanted to go do there and buy.
Our Canadian neighbors doing their own ride to the Falls.