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A Day On Governors Island

July 26, 2022 •

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We took the NYC ferry from 34th Street, transferred at Wall Street, and got off at Governors Island. The ferry itself is so much fun-just being on the water as we fly along on the East River (the ferry goes pretty fast!) We always sit on top and really enjoy the views. 

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One of the many abandoned buildings on Governors Island.

We got off at Governors Island and  started walking around the island, passing abandoned buildings and enjoying the views of the city. We stopped for lunch at Island Oyster, during which we were able to enjoy a nice lunch and a beautiful view of lower Manhattan. We continued our walk and came upon Castle Williams, one of three forts on the island. Next we stopped in to QC NY Spa. While we just looked around the spa on this visit, it did look interesting and I’m hoping to spend time there next time! 

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Castle Williams

As we continued our walk around the perimeter of Governors Island I found myself closer to The Statue of Liberty than I’ve ever been. Yes, I lived in New York for 39 years and have never been to Ellis Island or The Statue of Liberty. I’m hoping now that we’re back in NYC I will get there! 😂

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Collective Retreats

Next we came upon Collective Retreats. They offer overnight lodging along with a restaurant and bar, lawn games, and beautiful views. The concierge was kind enough to give us a tour and my husband and I can’t wait to schedule a visit to stay there. The tents are beyond beautiful and welcoming. Some have shared bathrooms, while others have a private en suite, as well as electricity and front porches to watch the beautiful sunset.  

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How pretty is this!
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Bob and I with Chef Missy Robbins and Chef Natalie

As we continued our walk we came upon a beautiful set up including a few tables and a grill with some really good smells! We were so excited to meet Missy Robbins, the chef and owner of Misi and Lilia, two extraordinary restaurants in Brooklyn. During the summer, Missy has a pop up dinner experience for guests, MP Governors Island. Guests meet in lower Manhattan where they board a boat to Governors Island. Once they arrive they enjoy cocktails and appetizers on the lawn with low chairs and outdoor floor cushions and rugs facing the water. The grill is set up away from the table, but guests are invited to walk over and speak with the chefs as they are cooking. I’m hoping I have the opportunity to experience this as it looked beautiful and Missy was very entertaining!

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Dinner with a view!

When we go back to stay overnight and eat dinner with Missy, we also would like to rent bicycles so we can cover more ground. We only walked the perimeter of the island and there were so many more street to discover. If you’re in NYC and looking for something to do I absolutely recommend a visit to Governors Island.

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What a view!

Fun fact: Governors Island is shaped like an ice cream cone. The ice cream is what was the original Governors Island. In the early 20th century, when the Lexington Avenue subway line was being dug out, the dirt from this excavation was added to Governors Island, the cone part! This added 103 flat acres increasing the size of the island to 172 acres. 

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  1. jess jannenga says

    July 26, 2022 at 10:10 am

    I have to get there one of these days! My brother and his family live in Hoboken. So wonderful you got to explore – and I have never been to Ellis Island, so that is another place to visit. This dinner experience looks amazing, as I will always choose to sit outside in the summer, and what a view!
    Have a great week!
    jess xx
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    • michele says

      July 26, 2022 at 1:08 pm

      Hi Jess, Let me know if you visit Hoboken! I’ve never been to Ellis Island either (and I lived in NY for 39 years prior to this)-it’s on my list! Governors Island is definitely worth a visit. I can’t wait to go back. Hope the weather is coolish where you are! xo, Michele

  2. Rosemary Davis says

    July 28, 2022 at 6:06 pm

    A lovely way to day! The views are gorgeous. Thanks for sharing!

    Rosemary

    • michele says

      July 28, 2022 at 6:17 pm

      Thanks for reading Rosemary. It’s so pretty there and the views are just incredible! xo, Michele

  3. Hilda Smith says

    July 28, 2022 at 6:23 pm

    Wow those tents look amazing. That sounds like a wonderful place to visit. I have been to NY only twice. Would love to return.

    • michele says

      July 28, 2022 at 9:47 pm

      Hi Hilda, The tents are so beautiful! You should definitely plan a visit to NYC. We’ve been back for almost 8 months and absolutely love it! xo, Michele

  4. Nancy Weiss says

    July 29, 2022 at 11:56 am

    What a quaint little place and I enjoyed learning about the history!

  5. Nancy Weiss says

    July 29, 2022 at 12:06 pm

    What a lovely place to visit. This looks very quaint and I like how you shared the history too.

    • michele says

      July 30, 2022 at 6:16 pm

      Thanks Nancy. It was such a lovely day and I enjoyed learning a bit of history as well! xo, Michele

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