When I read my blogging buddy Tony’s post about his visit to New York, I asked if he’d been to Coney Island, one of coolest places around. Since he missed it, I thought I’d share some of my photos.
![Coney Island Fireworks](http://insidejourneystravel.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/coney-island-fireworks.jpg)
I love going to Coney Island, especially in the summer when there are fireworks displays at 9:00 p.m. every Friday night. Once or twice a month, a few friends and I go out there for dinner, walk the boardwalk and wait for the show to begin. It never disappoints.
![Fireworks3](http://insidejourneystravel.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/fireworks3.jpg)
![Fireworks1](http://insidejourneystravel.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/fireworks1.jpg)
![Fireworks6](http://insidejourneystravel.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/fireworks6.jpg)
![Fireworks at CI](http://insidejourneystravel.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/fireworks-at-ci.jpg)
By the way, these were taken with my cell phone camera. They didn’t turn out too badly, right?
In the summer time, Coney Island crawls with cars, motorcycles and people – parents, grandparents, children, young people, bikers, lovers, everyone is there.
I couldn’t resist taking this photo:
![Coney Island Bikes](http://insidejourneystravel.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/coney-island-bikes.jpg)
There are also rides and other activities. Every year, there’s a hot dog eating contest at Nathan’s, a hot dog place that’s been a fixture in Coney Island for years.
After the summer crowds disappear, the beach is deserted. I love going there then, especially in the morning and sit by the water. It really calms me.
Thanks Tony, for reminding me why I love Coney Island.
Anyway, please read Tony’s post and hear what he had to say about his visit to New York and the Statue of Liberty.
via tonynewboult