In a friend’s short film, Berlin, the main character states that, “adventures are as common as rooftops.” – I definitely like an adventure. Perhaps that’s why I like being on the roof so much. Actually almost anywhere up high where I can get a good view and a different perspective. This includes mountains, airplanes, tall buildings and, of course, the roof of buildings. Mountains and airplanes are more difficult to come by, however, buildings and rooftops can be had almost anywhere.
Toronto and New York rooftops.
Sometimes even the rooftop isn’t high enough.
My rooftop set on Flickr. Click on the larger image to advance to the next one.
I don’t normally like long commutes in cars, buses, trains or planes. However, I think they are a bit more tolerable if they are done at night and I can get some sleep and arrive rested at the other end of the journey first thing in the morning.
With advances in technology, the amenities for the traveler is much more diverse. Recently several new bus services between Toronto and New York were introduced with rates starting at one dollar. I didn’t get a one dollar fare, but it was close. I took the Greyhound Neon service which featured movies, electrical plugs and wireless Internet.
In the end I didn’t get much sleep because there was a short delay at the border and a couple of other rest stops at midnight and 4:00 am – but this is more for the driver – plus the air conditioning was way too cold and the seats were passable, not the most comfortable; but I’m not complaining based on what I spent and where I went.
The reward – at the end of the Lincoln Tunnel – is always worth it as I witnessed below.
Here is a set of photos of my trip from Toronto to New York – the road trip portion only. Taken mostly while on the bus. Click on the larger image to advance to the next one.
More pictures from New York to follow in the coming days and weeks!
After three days of too many parties, too much fun and not enough sleep; I now understand why everyone loves New York so much. I’m ready to get home to get some sleep – to rest up for my next trip!
Blogroll, Couchsurfing, Culture, Environment, Film, Neighbourhoods, New York, Photography, Recreation, Toronto day by day, Travel, Video | Garry August 5, 2008 | 
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