I took the watch hill ferry across – the ferry ride itself was stunning, especially on the way back at sunset. The beach was much better than I expected for the area (I’ve never been to a beach on the east coast of the US before).

Come to think of it. This is my first experience swimming in the Atlantic!

I was there with a bunch of stoners, and wasn’t really enjoying it on the same level as them, but I appreciated their sand-mermaid.

I love all beaches, but especially ones with natural vegetation beside them instead of stupid buildings, like this one. That said, it was nice to have a place to eat and drink not too far away, but I’m glad they at least put it the other side of the sand dune.

We sat in the bar waiting for the 6:30pm ferry to come to take us home, then at 6:20pm realised that the ferry was in fact due to leave at 6:15pm, so couldn’t leave till 8:15pm. Guess that’s a good reason not to let a bunch of stoners organise your trip :P