Want to relax and watch the scenery pass you by without even having to leave the good 'ole U.S.A.? Just think of it as a mini cruise, American style. Here are Budget Travel's recommendations for the most beautiful and breathtaking ferry rides! From the Staten Island Ferry past the Statute of Liberty (the coldest I have ever been in my life by the way--I do not recommend going on a rainy winter day . . .) to the famous San Francisco Bay, these trips are as American as apple pie! Many appear budget-friendly as well!
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As a sidenote, I was very impressed by the Alaska ferry options. Many people opt to go on Alaskan cruises, but did you know you can take a ferry through the pristine Inside Passage for $45? This waterway is the highlight of most week-long cruises, but you can see it for what it costs a couple to go to dinner and a movie. Not bad!
