Tuesday, February 18, 2020

Hudson Yards (NYC)

I balance bad things in my life with good. Today I had to see my surgeon in NYC so I used the opportunity to experience something fun in the city. I went to the new Hudson Yards. Opened last year, Hudson Yards (HY) is a mammoth shopping, dining and entertainment area on the west side of Midtown. It's a short walk from Penn Station.

I expected to hate HY because it's intended for rich people but, damn. Damn. That would be like hating New York itself. You can't hate something which is full of fun stuff. If you choose wisely, you can enjoy HY on your own terms, with or without money.

The biggest attraction is the "Vessel," a huge structure designed for walking and photography (my favorite activities). There are pics below. Entry into the structure is free.

Dining options are good and wide. I ate a delicious lunch at one of a dozen restaurants. There are a half-dozen nice coffee-shops. There's a chic bar in Neimann Marcus I'm keen to try.

Have you been to Hudson Yards? What was your experience?












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  1. SuzanneFebruary 18, 2020 at 9:23 PM

    Seems like a cool place to visit! You got some great photos.

    I hope all was well with the Dr.

    Suzanne

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    1. ShybikerFebruary 18, 2020 at 10:36 PM

      Yup. Next time you visit, I'll take you there.

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  2. Becky February 18, 2020 at 10:18 PM

    That looks cool!

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  3. Pat ScalesFebruary 19, 2020 at 10:57 AM

    I have seen it from the West Side Highway but not up close and personal. I suppose it belongs on my list of places to visit

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    1. ShybikerFebruary 19, 2020 at 6:11 PM

      It's fun to walk on and, even better, there are plenty of fabulous places to eat next door.

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  4. Polyester PrincessFebruary 19, 2020 at 1:38 PM

    The Vessel is extraordinary, just wow! xxx

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  5. TrueScrapAddict@blogspot.comFebruary 20, 2020 at 2:12 PM

    Hope you are doing well Ally! Love the photos.

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  6. KezzieFebruary 20, 2020 at 6:51 PM

    I do hope everything is ok with you. I presume it is related to last year's issue- hoping it is fine.
    This place does look great for photos!

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    1. ShybikerFebruary 20, 2020 at 8:53 PM

      Yup, just routine follow-up. I'm fine. Thanks for caring.

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  7. SheilaFebruary 20, 2020 at 9:52 PM

    That is so cool!!

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    1. ShybikerFebruary 21, 2020 at 5:02 PM

      Even more impressive in person. The Vessel is HUGE.

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  8. Megan GFebruary 23, 2020 at 1:25 AM

    Really cool! From your vantage it looks like a human-bee hybrid structure! Hey, even in expensive areas you can still find cheap/affordable options to enjoy.

    But sometimes it's worth splurging or saving up too. Especially for food experiences. My current goal is a trip to the catbird seat (restaurant) here in Nash. My brother and I did a trip to the attached Patterson House a few years back, which is a speakers style bar where he checked off his goal of trying a bacon infused old fashioned that he'd learned about on a travel show.

    The cocktail was only $15, but the parking and walk around the area was fun and free!

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    1. ShybikerFebruary 23, 2020 at 7:00 PM

      Very bee-like structure. I also combine free experiences with delightful luxuries for the best of both worlds.

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  9. LorenaFebruary 28, 2020 at 9:56 PM

    Oh wow its huge! I cannot believe i have never seen it. I had heard of the name though.

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