Nice to read that you sound a lot more confident at what you are about.

LI Sound is wonderful - full of little harbors and interesting
historical site. I also enjoyed Narragansett Bay. If you're in the area,
I suggest at least a detour to Newport, RI.

One thing I never did but always wanted to was to sail / motor around
the western end of Long Island. This would put you in between Long
Island and Manhattan. The passage is called the East River, but I don't
see how it can be classed as a river, actually. Still, it must be a heck
of a sight all those buildings and bridges.

I never sailed into it, but I enjoyed a place called Mystic CT very
much. Old sailing / whaling.

Well, have a great time and keep us posted.