The Hudson River Valley

Another long and hot day. It was in the mid-90’s as we traveled north on the Hudson River. We saw beautiful scenery and West Point.  Tomorrow is a day off from cruising. 

Spoiler Alert!  Thursday will be our first time going through a river lock. Once we go through this lock on the Hudson River, we will then make our way to the Erie Canal. 



I love to watch the wake from the boat


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  1. Tom PastorJune 29, 2021 at 6:31 AM

    Any day trips planned along the route?

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    1. Taurus Great LoopJune 29, 2021 at 7:30 AM

      I’m sure we will. We don’t want to miss interesting places as we pass through. Yesterday was the first day that we cruised into new waters, as we traveled north on the Hudson. At our dock last night, we were sandwiched between two other Great Loopers. It’s fun talking with the other boaters doing the same thing we’re doing.

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  2. Jody DanielsonJune 30, 2021 at 3:39 PM

    The weather should turn cooler soon. Hope you have A/C. Your grandson must have been so excited about the weekend. How is the cuisine along the way?

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    1. Taurus Great LoopJune 30, 2021 at 7:54 PM

      Hi Jody! The weather should be a lot cooler tomorrow. We are so done with the heat. And, yes, our grandson was beyond excited. He really wanted to see the Statue of Liberty.
      Until today, the cuisine came out of our refrigerator. But tonight, we went to a beer tasting place with two other Looper couples. Fun!

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