On the Water

Sports for the water lover

Whether it's kayaking, rowboats or model boats you love, there are plenty of places throughout the five boroughs to ditch dry land and take to the water.

Guide to dinner cruises

You don't have to set sail on a vacation cruise to enjoy dining on the water. There are many dinner cruises leaving right out of your backyard with a four-course meal and scrumptious views.

Going fishin' in NYC

You might not expect to find good fishing spots in New York City -- or any fishing spots at all for that matter -- but there are several places where urban anglers can cast their lines, sit back and wait for the bites.

May 26, 2006

Seeing the city from the water

New York is a water city. Depending on where you are, you are surrounded by the East River, the Narrows, Long Island Sound, or the Hudson River. Majestic bridges link the boroughs together -- and boats, from sleek kayaks to oceangoing ships, glide along the surfaces. So, what better way to see the city than from a boat deck? Here are seven ways to do it.