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Posted: Friday 22 October 2010

New York, New York

During the October mid-term break, 29 pupils and four teachers from the Modern Studies department touched down in the city that never sleeps.  

Anna Gaudoin and Rachel Donnachie report.

View from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck at Rockefeller Center.As we glimpsed the bright city lights for the first time, it was evident we were all in awe of the concrete jungle. We explored Midtown Manhattan by foot, which was a great way to see the sights from the ground before becoming fully acquainted with the city through our trip to 'Top of the Rock'. Here we enjoyed panoramic views of Central Park, Manhattan and beyond. We ended the day with a memorable dinner at Planet Hollywood.

In front of the Statue of LibertyThe following day we visited other neighborhoods such as Greenwich Village, Chinatown and SoHo. Whilst walking to Battery Park we took in many other iconic New York sights such as Wall Street and the New York Stock Exchange. That afternoon we took the ferry out to Liberty island and Ellis island, with excitement levels rising as Lady Liberty came into full view. Instead of getting off at Liberty Island we took the ferry to Ellis Island, a place steeped in history, where we learnt about immigration into the United States. On our return to Times Square the group was given free time, which most people choose to use for shopping.

At the United Nations in New York City.On our last day in New York , we were immensely privileged to be given a guided tour of the United Nations Headquarters. There we learnt about the history, purpose and the inner workings of the UN.

 

In front of the US Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

 

 

The bus journey to Washington DC took us first to Philadelphia, for a visit to Liberty Bell. After a longer than expected bus journey, we arrived in Washington DC, tired but looking forward to our dinner at the Hard Rock Café. The next day we enjoyed a brisk walking tour of Washington DC, taking in sights such as the White House, the US Capitol Building, the Supreme Court and Lincoln Memorial, whilst enjoying the sunshine.

Extremely disappointed to leave, we headed to the airport to begin our journey home. Memories of our amazing trip to New York and Washington DC landed back in Glasgow with us, as all of us knew it was a trip we would never forget!

 

 

 

 

 

Tags: Modern Studies, School Tours

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