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January 28, 2019 · 5:35 am

54 Days at Sea — New York sights Part 1


Times Square

This week will conclude my 54 Days at Sea series, as New York was our last stop before returning to Fort Lauderdale the disembarkation. The MS Prinsendam was home for us for nearly two months, and Ursula and I would miss her when we left. Indeed, our sense of loss is perhaps even greater now, nine years later, since finding out that Holland America has sold this small yet magnificent ship. Holland America is currently leasing back the “Elegant Explorer”, but MS Prinsendam leaves the fleet this July. She shall be sorely missed, as she had many return cruisers over the decades.

New York City Sights

Today and Wednesday we’ll take in the sights of New York City, and follow that up with some of my favorite New York City photos on this week’s Fun Photo Friday. Here is today’s gallery and slide show:

New York City Sights
New York City Sights
New York City Sights
New York City Sights
Times Square

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January 23, 2019 · 5:35 am

54 Days at Sea — New York City’s famous Katz’s Delicatessen


Looking north on Bowery at Bleecker

There is one place in New York that Ursula and I consistently hit at least once each and every time. That is the incomparable Katz’s Delicatessen and their indescribably delicious pastrami sandwiches. Those sandwiches are piled so high that, if you take one along with a side of their marvelous fries, you better be prepared to share. Indeed, I doubt I could finish one on my own even without the fries. Look in the lower left corner of the photo below to see what I mean:

Katz’s Delicatessen

Katz’s is always busy every time we go there. But if there’s a wait, it’s definitely worth it.

Katz’s Delicatessen

Here’s a shot of Ursula waiting patiently for our shared pastrami on rye with a side of fries:

Katz’s Delicatessen

While Katz’s is world famous, I mentioned in Monday’s article that a rather suggestive, uproariously hilarious movie scene only further added to the mystique of this New York landmark. Yes, this was filmed in Katz’s Deli, and the last time I was there a sign hovered over the table that hosted Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal:

I doubt anyone can truly duplicate the wonderful flavor of Katz’s pastrami, but this week look for a special edition of Fun Food Friday as I come up with a really close impersonation. Until then, enjoy these New York City scenes:

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January 21, 2019 · 5:35 am

54 Days at Sea — Back in the U.S.; New York City


New York City

It took MS Prinsendam only two days to bring us back to the United States from Bermuda. By now, we hadn’t set foot on U.S. soil for 51 days. But, finally, on May 14 we docked in New York City.

Lunch time? Not yet!

Ursula and I always enjoy a visit to New York, and this time was no exception. So, we departed the ship and head out for lunch at our favorite New York deli, which I’ll share with you on Wednesday (hint: this establishment was made internationally famous in an outrageously hilarious scene from a movie starring Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan).

New York City

As for today, I’ll just leave you with some images of the Epicopal Grace Church located on Broadway at East 10ₜₕ Street:

Grace Church

Grace Church

Grace Church

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