The Northeast View - Long Island

Long Island, NY


Long Island is an island located in southeastern New York, United States, just east of Manhattan. Stretching northeast into the Atlantic Ocean, Long Island contains four counties, two of which are boroughs (Queens and Brooklyn) of New York City, and two of which (Nassau and Suffolk) are mainly suburban. Numerous bridges and tunnels through Brooklyn and Queens connect Long Island to the three other boroughs of New York City. Ferries connect Suffolk County northward across Long Island Sound to the state of Connecticut.   Read More..  

Fire Island, NY

Fire Island is both the name of an island and the name of a census-designated place (CDP).

The island is one of Long Island's south shore outer barrier islands, approximately 31 miles (50 km) long and varying between approximately 0.1 mile (160 m) to 0.25 mile (400 m) wide. Fire Island passes through southern Suffolk County, New York, and is southeast of Long Island separated from the main land by the Great South Bay in the U.S. state of New York, running approximately SW to NE.  Read More..  See Map

A visit to the North Shore of Long Island would not be complete without a visit to picturesque Port Jefferson. A historic ship building village, you can see the old homes of past Captains' that dot the town. Known for its Bridgeport, Port Jefferson Ferry, it offers so much more. A shopper's and browser's dream with upscale shops, antique and jewelry stores and a variety of places to dine al fresco afterward. Book a trip to sail aboard schooners, book a fishing charter, or enjoy cultural or educational events. This town offers something for all. Visit the Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce   See Map.

Huntington Bay, New York  

If you can locate the stacks of the Long Island Power Authority on the North Shore of Long Island, you are close by and need to visit Huntington Village and Huntington Bay. Boaters enjoy the Long Island Sound for it’s depth and temperatures which allow you to swim from June to October. This area is well protected and offer roped off areas with lifeguards for safety. After spending a day in the sun, there is nothing like the Town of Huntington for shopping, browsing and dining.   See Map.

Transport yourself back in time. Historic homes and shops have changed little since this was a thriving whaling port. An interesting fact is that this was the First official point of entry into the United States as of July 31, 1789. History buffs will love the Sag Harbor Whaling and Historical Museum, the First Presbyterian-Old Whalers Church and the Old Custom House. Cedar Point County Park and the Davis A. Sarnoff Pine Barren Preserve offer hiking, horseback riding, seasonal hunting, fishing, scuba diving and many other activities. Regarded as one of the best dining experiences in the Hamptons, end the evening at the American Hotel in one of four dining rooms. Visiting during the winter? Sit at the bar with a roaring fire listening to a piano player. Be sure to visit Long Wharf – historically the heart of the town – You can visualize fisherman, outfitters and store.  owners selling their goods.  For more information on The American Hotel.     See Map  

Coney Island, New York
 
Everyone needs to experience Coney Island at least once. See the famous Coney Island Boardwalk, Astroland Amusement Park and the famous Cyclone rollercoaster. October 2-4 is the 9th Annual Coney Island Film Festival – 96 films on a jam packed weekend! Also  Burlesque at the Beach is held September 25. Not your thing? See the Coney Island Museum which documents the history of this fabulous neighborhood. For more information, click here.    See Map.

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