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August 24, 2018 - Bartow-Pell Mansion and A Summer Day on City Island and Tanya Makes an Offer That Couldn't Be Refused

8/24/2018

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Bartow-Pell Mansion and A Summer Day on City Island

Hi There!  
We made it to the end of the week!

I have to say, although my week was quite enjoyable, yesterday (so far) was the highlight.

We took a Daycation to the Bronx and enjoyed a few of its sites!

These included The Bartow-Pell Mansion, City Island and Pelham Bay Park.

Me and the girls made the trip with my friend Karla and her sweet daughter, Lucy and what an amazing traveler Karla is!  She fits in perfectly with the Travelin' Cousins as a detailed planner, lover of history, photographer extraordinaire and energetic sightseer!!  
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We chatted about additional Daycations AND possible weekend and extended trips together.  But, I'll tell you about that in another blog!

As for yesterday, we started our little excursion with a visit to the stately Bartow-Pell Mansion,  the last remaining 19th-century estate in the Bronx’s Pelham Bay Park.  Although we didn't have the opportunity to go in (yes, it was closed), we reveled in the outdoor gardens! And indoor visit will be on another day as Karla and I venture back to the Bronx in September.

In any case, we couldn't have asked for a more GORGEOUS day to spend time outdoors!

Here is a video and our visit in photographs:
At the Bartow Pell Mansion in Pelham Manor
Member of Historic House Trust 
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Next Stop - City Island
I'll just let the photos speak for themselves!  You can also enjoy today's article for the day, about yesterday's excursion:

​A Summer Day on City Island
Video - coming to you from Belden Point, City Island
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BELDEN POINT:

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Me and my girl Kelsey with the gorgeous Long Island Sound in the background (c) travelincousins.com
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Karla and Lucy - our travelin' buddies for the day! (c) travelincousins.com
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Throgs Neck Bridge (c) travelincousins.com
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Stepping Stone Lighthouse (c) travelincousins.com
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Around the island (c) travelincousins.com
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Next stop:
175 BELDEN STREET HOUSE - NYC Landmark and on National Register of Historic Places:
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This simple, small picturesque cottage was built in 1880, and today, is a NYC Landmark and on the National Register of Historical Places. 
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Off to Lunch
CITY ISLAND DINER

Dee-lish lunch at this quaint neighborhood diner with friendly and welcoming service in an intimate setting! 

​Thanks to Donna and staff for their friendly advice on other sites to see in the area!

I just love the colorful exterior of this eatery with its striped awnings, vibrant window boxes, green roof and blue door!!
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Fresh & yummy tuna salad wrap with tasty macaroni salad (c) travelincousins.com
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Next Stop
CITY ISLAND NAUTICAL MUSEUM

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A bit disappointed that we were unable to get in with a private tour yesterday since the City Island Nautical Museum is only open to the public on Wednesdays, Saturday and Sundays or by appointment.

However, as with the Bartow-Pell Mansion, Karla and I will be going back for a full tour as well!


Next Stop
VETERAN'S MEMORIAL TRIANGLE

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Prominently located near the City Island Bridge, this lovely Veteran's Memorial Triangle honors our brave American heroes from several wars.

We decided to head back after a lovely afternoon, when one of the kids (who's name shall not be mentioned) needed a potty break.  We weren't sure where to go since we were told AFTER we were in the car and leaving the island.

We passed a sign for "Pelham Bay Park" and decided to head inside for a walk around and search for a public bathroom.

Well, I am so glad we did!!! Thanks Gianna for your call of nature (oops!)!

This park is amazing!! The kids fell in love with it.  You'd think that being from the suburbs they would not get impressed with parks, but honestly, nothing beats NYC parks!! ​
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Full of gorgeous trees, a running track, old school sprinklers, a playground and even an outdoor exercise area, Pelham Bay Park was truly a great way to end the day!

However, important to note -we were only in one small section of the park!!  Pelham Bay Park is three times the size of NYC's Central Park!!!
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"American Boy" - This massive salvaged limestone sculpture by the French-born artist Louis St. Lannes features a partially clad male youth. (c) travelincousins.com
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What I didn't realize is that Bartow-Pell Mansion is actually part of the park grounds, which also include miles of bridle paths and hiking trails, Orchard Beach, two golf courses, and a breathtaking 13-mile saltwater shoreline that hugs Long Island Sound.

Holy Cow! Trust me, we will be returning for hiking and a picnic!

Karla and I snapped away and the kids were up for some ice cream before the drive back to Garden City.

So that was our day - really wonderful!

Hey - it's also Friday and ThisIsTheBronx.info featured "A Summer Day on City Island" in their Weekday Magazine. as well!!
Click Here to read more.

Well, my lovelies - I'm off to get this day started.  
Have a great one!
-E
xoxo

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NEXT TRIP DEPARTS IN: 7 DAYS

I made her an offer she couldn't refuse!

Hello there!     Friday is here.      TGIF!!!
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I really don't have all too much to report here today.   What can I say - chores, errands and to dos are not very exciting to talk about.

I was actually suppose to have a fairly easy day ahead of me. But alas that is not gonna happen whatsoever. 

I offered to do a friend a favor since I originally did have some time to spare and now I only have myself to blame that I'm up and at 'em and outta here early yet again. 

At this point who even knows the next time that I'll have a semi mellow day. But I'm thinking that I should have downtime while we are on our upcoming Labor Day camping trip.
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We've got 7 days and lots of prep to do. The trip has also changed up a bit as it will only be the four of us plus Goldie!

Yup it's our annual camping trip for the girls (my nieces) and my nieces aren't even coming. UGH

Being that drum roll please.
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I made an offer that even my sister Jet couldn't refuse.

​At this point I suppose you are wondering what I'm talking about. Well Jet, Andrew and Chaplin are in fact coming to Maui with us!!!!

​Super exciting news, I know. Chaplin has been dreaming of going to Hawaii for years.

I realize that she is only 7 years old, but she really has been dreaming of Hawaii and this seemed like the only way of getting her (and her parents) out there with us....

By paying for their trip!!! Now how could you refuse an offer like that?! I know that I couldn't.
So just in case you are wondering - if I get offered a free trip, I'm very well probably gonna take it! LOL

So anyway and anyhoo we are so excited that Jet, Andrew and Chaplin will be joining us on the beautiful island of Maui!!!

​Well folks, I've run out of time and have to hit the road.

See ya back here tomorrow,
-Travelin' Tanya
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