Growing up in NYC, we rode the Staten Island Ferry fairly often. Each and every time I'd experience the same reaction seeing that incredible Statue of Liberty - goosebumps, lump in throat, tears in eyes, and extreme pride in what Lady Liberty stands for! Awesome!
Maria, your sailaway will be a breathtaking and very memorable site to behold! And, you'll be taking it all in on a very beautiful ship, not a ferry!