I’m sad that this series is going to be over I enjoyed this one and I wish you can do more blogs. I always like your content i’m excited what you do more sincerely Kevin patino
I love riding the Staten Island Ferry when I visit New York. It's a staple activity for me when I visit the city. My favorite time to ride it is right around sunset to Staten Island, & then ride it back to Manhattan just after sunset. That way I can see the skyline lit up. I also love seeing all the tourists gather on the right side of the ferry to see Lady Liberty. I've even sat on the Brooklyn view side a few times to get away from the crowds.
I used to ride the ferry back in the 90s to see my stepmother. It was 50 cents a ride back in the day and it was sometime later that the fare was removed. It was really good because the Metrocards were made to eliminate 2-fare zones which the ferry wasn’t eligible for. Great video!
How about making it till new year eve? You got us spoiled to see you everyday. There’s plenty of material, PATH. NJT (bus and trains), the tramrail in Jersey, LIRR, Metronorth, Amtrak 🙃 we love you!!!
Actually, the Staten Island Yankees used to be a single-A affiliate of the New York Yankees. That team went defunct, I think, during the lockdown of 2020. The Staten Island Ferryhawks are actually in an independent league where their main rival is the Long Island Ducks who play in Central Islip in Suffolk County. The teams are independent offshoots of the Yankees and Mets, respectively.
Hi Thea great video as always 86th thumbs up 👍 It makes sense that they made the ferry free because when I was living on SI there's was no way getting to NYC for free to leave the Island. The only way you can get off Staten Island for free is to walk over the Bayonne Bridge. The SI Ferry became free on July 4th, 1997. I noticed the ballpark next to the ferry terminal is now called Staten Island University Hospital Community Park. The last time I went to that ballpark, it was called Richmond County Bank Ball Park. Thanks again for the day 11 Vlogmas video 😎👍
Staten Island Ferry was one of our favorite things to do when we visited New York City. It was a real hoot that there were scammers around the terminal trying to sell discount tickets to a free ferry.
When I was there as a total newbie tourist at end of October, lots of peopole lined up for gate 2 but at last minute, the crowd moved to 3 (no announcement on PA system) and this was before a ship materialized at dock 3. (suspect workers on dock 3 provided the hit that this is where ship was about to arrive).
The R AND W TRAINS also goes to The Staten Island Ferry. At another time will you do a video of the Midtown Ferry that also serves Staten Island, but it is not free.
I've personally always thought that transit should be free, just like the roads are. The reality is that the subway is already 70% subsidized by the state - why not just go the final 30% and make it free, either through a tax increase or a congestion charge? It would save money by not needing fare collectors, maintaining the toll gates, maintaining OMNY, etc. Roads are free, parks are free, bike lanes are free, libraries are free, the police and fire department are free, and those all cost money to maintain. The subway is just as vital as all of these things, so why not treat it so?
Your question is a good one, but you've partly answered it already: upstate New Yorkers might logically ask why they should be paying for it when they seldom if ever use it. Of course a prosperous NYC benefits the entire state, but the counter argument is that transit should be at least partly funded by those who use it... which is also the logic behind toll roads and bridges. Like every other political question, it's who pays and who benefits.
@@stepheneson4107 That's totally fair, but I'd imagine if they knew they're already funding 70% of the ticket they'd be pretty annoyed lol. And you could argue why are NYC residents paying taxes to fund upstate highways.... That said, I'd be completely fine if it was just a tax levied on NYC residents to fund a free subway.
It's free. If only we knew this instead of being scammed by one of those cruise operators and driven all the way to New Jersey on a dirty bus to connect with the boat.😂 On a subsequent visit, I smugly told one of the touts that we were headed for the free ferry. His face was a picture.
I never understood why car service was discontinued on the ferry after 9/11. Cars or the ferry didn't have anything to do with the attacks. Seemed like a reaction out of fear more than anything.
The basic idea of limiting cars and trucks on the Staten Island Ferry - which actually started then stopped during Mayor Dinkin's time in office - 1) has to do with limiting cars and trucks into Manhattan, 2) the idea that the BQE & nearby bridges handle much more traffic easily, 3) speeding up ferry operations, and lastly 4) some incidents with cars on the ferry driving back-wards off the boats into the waters. During and after the immediate 9/11 period several of the vehicle capable ferries were used to transport materials & equipment to the WTC site, and during the night-mare SI and other ferries were used to help get folks out of Manhattan.
❤ don't forget the express bus Also, free fares is a horrible idea because that would leave the MTA in full control to do what they want without any public feedback. Because technically it's a free service. Bad enough, they can't be trusted already.
Free fare on NYC public transportation? Might this increase crowding aboard vehicles as well causing the subways to be quasi-residential to the indigent? The lack of fare revenue would create an great revenue gap which would have to be closed by taxation, something politically hard to sell.
"Free use of NYC public roads? Might this not increase crowding on the roads as well as causing the roads to be quasi-residential to the indigent? The lack of toll revenue would create a great revenue gap which would have to be closed by taxation, something politically hard to sell"
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I’m sad that this series is going to be over I enjoyed this one and I wish you can do more blogs. I always like your content i’m excited what you do more sincerely Kevin patino
I love riding the Staten Island Ferry when I visit New York. It's a staple activity for me when I visit the city. My favorite time to ride it is right around sunset to Staten Island, & then ride it back to Manhattan just after sunset. That way I can see the skyline lit up. I also love seeing all the tourists gather on the right side of the ferry to see Lady Liberty. I've even sat on the Brooklyn view side a few times to get away from the crowds.
I used to ride the ferry back in the 90s to see my stepmother. It was 50 cents a ride back in the day and it was sometime later that the fare was removed. It was really good because the Metrocards were made to eliminate 2-fare zones which the ferry wasn’t eligible for.
Great video!
How about making it till new year eve? You got us spoiled to see you everyday. There’s plenty of material, PATH. NJT (bus and trains), the tramrail in Jersey, LIRR, Metronorth, Amtrak 🙃 we love you!!!
Actually, the Staten Island Yankees used to be a single-A affiliate of the New York Yankees. That team went defunct, I think, during the lockdown of 2020. The Staten Island Ferryhawks are actually in an independent league where their main rival is the Long Island Ducks who play in Central Islip in Suffolk County. The teams are independent offshoots of the Yankees and Mets, respectively.
Hi Thea great video as always 86th thumbs up 👍 It makes sense that they made the ferry free because when I was living on SI there's was no way getting to NYC for free to leave the Island. The only way you can get off Staten Island for free is to walk over the Bayonne Bridge. The SI Ferry became free on July 4th, 1997. I noticed the ballpark next to the ferry terminal is now called Staten Island University Hospital Community Park. The last time I went to that ballpark, it was called Richmond County Bank Ball Park. Thanks again for the day 11 Vlogmas video 😎👍
Staten Island Ferry was one of our favorite things to do when we visited New York City. It was a real hoot that there were scammers around the terminal trying to sell discount tickets to a free ferry.
Finally rode the $4 nyc ferry from LiC to Brooklyn last month.. it darts to & fro along East River and the views are spectac - what a great ride!
I love the Staten Island Ferry... was wondering can you do a vlog of Kings day parade on Harlem in January! Happy Holidays Beautiful Lady😘😘😘xox
@3:47 that guy got in there lol
When I was there as a total newbie tourist at end of October, lots of peopole lined up for gate 2 but at last minute, the crowd moved to 3 (no announcement on PA system) and this was before a ship materialized at dock 3. (suspect workers on dock 3 provided the hit that this is where ship was about to arrive).
SI ferry definitely would be a great spring trip to do.
Thanks for the tip on the baseball team.
Only if you like pictures. I suggest taking the S89 LTD from Eltingville to Bayonne NJ.
That route is rush hours only.
Another great video
You're amazing!
Nothing is free but we would like to believe so.
Yeah, we actually already paying for transit with our taxes, so every fare is something we pay extra
it's free to ride the ferry. It costs money to operate the ferry. Pretty simple concept.
The R AND W TRAINS also goes to The Staten Island Ferry. At another time will you do a video of the Midtown Ferry that also serves Staten Island, but it is not free.
The subway fare is pretty cheap as it is with the weekly cap... but they should use the money to improve upon it!
I think of NYC as tall buildings, not lots of water.
I've personally always thought that transit should be free, just like the roads are. The reality is that the subway is already 70% subsidized by the state - why not just go the final 30% and make it free, either through a tax increase or a congestion charge? It would save money by not needing fare collectors, maintaining the toll gates, maintaining OMNY, etc. Roads are free, parks are free, bike lanes are free, libraries are free, the police and fire department are free, and those all cost money to maintain. The subway is just as vital as all of these things, so why not treat it so?
people always complain about the subway and getting bad value for their money and I try to explain it actually cost three times what we pay
Unfortunately all roads are not free. You pay tolls on New York Thruway, NJ Turnpike, Garden State Parkway, and bridges to name a few
Your question is a good one, but you've partly answered it already: upstate New Yorkers might logically ask why they should be paying for it when they seldom if ever use it. Of course a prosperous NYC benefits the entire state, but the counter argument is that transit should be at least partly funded by those who use it... which is also the logic behind toll roads and bridges. Like every other political question, it's who pays and who benefits.
@@richshort8120 Totally fair, but the majority of the funding still comes from taxes.
@@stepheneson4107 That's totally fair, but I'd imagine if they knew they're already funding 70% of the ticket they'd be pretty annoyed lol. And you could argue why are NYC residents paying taxes to fund upstate highways.... That said, I'd be completely fine if it was just a tax levied on NYC residents to fund a free subway.
Don't forget the outlet mall and 911 memorial on the Staten Island side for things to do and visit.
She did mention the outlet mall when she when to Staten Island on Day 2 of her 12 days of Transit Vlogmas series
on the 11th day of transit Urban Caffeine gave to us the Staten Island Ferry!
Sit on the right side if you want to see the lady liberty
It's free. If only we knew this instead of being scammed by one of those cruise operators and driven all the way to New Jersey on a dirty bus to connect with the boat.😂 On a subsequent visit, I smugly told one of the touts that we were headed for the free ferry. His face was a picture.
I never understood why car service was discontinued on the ferry after 9/11. Cars or the ferry didn't have anything to do with the attacks. Seemed like a reaction out of fear more than anything.
The basic idea of limiting cars and trucks on the Staten Island Ferry - which actually started then stopped during Mayor Dinkin's time in office - 1) has to do with limiting cars and trucks into Manhattan, 2) the idea that the BQE & nearby bridges handle much more traffic easily, 3) speeding up ferry operations, and lastly 4) some incidents with cars on the ferry driving back-wards off the boats into the waters. During and after the immediate 9/11 period several of the vehicle capable ferries were used to transport materials & equipment to the WTC site, and during the night-mare SI and other ferries were used to help get folks out of Manhattan.
Conducting security checks to see if cars were carrying explosives was also a factor. Would slow down operations considerably.
Day 11 of 12 , sooo sad , we need the 365 , of transit .... #thealove
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❤ don't forget the express bus
Also, free fares is a horrible idea because that would leave the MTA in full control to do what they want without any public feedback. Because technically it's a free service. Bad enough, they can't be trusted already.
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Free fare on NYC public transportation? Might this increase crowding aboard vehicles as well causing the subways to be quasi-residential to the indigent? The lack of fare revenue would create an great revenue gap which would have to be closed by taxation, something politically hard to sell.
"Free use of NYC public roads? Might this not increase crowding on the roads as well as causing the roads to be quasi-residential to the indigent? The lack of toll revenue would create a great revenue gap which would have to be closed by taxation, something politically hard to sell"
it's already residential. Free after 8pm and weekends. If more crowding occurs, more service can be added.
free fare? Transit in NYC is already dirt cheap
Wow, lady, you are way off on most of your statements about the ferry.