Hadn't planned to shop, but after taking the Staten Island Ferry, we explored the Empire Outlets…read morebefore heading to pay our respects at the Staten Island 9/11 Memorial. Nice, but small Banana Republic Factory Store. Very clean and organized. Got a shirt and a dress for a great deal. 50% off sale prices. Teachers can get an additional discount. Good for a quick stop while spending some time in Staten Island after taking the ferry from Manhattan.

Because of its size, it can have a fair number of people and still be spaced out. Since it's on the…read moretop floor (until they open the fourth floor later this year) you get pretty good views of Manhattan and Jersey city, from inside the store.

Empire Outlets Shopping Center - The Empire Outlets pleasantly surprised me, mainly due to their…read morelocation right next to the ferry terminal. The mall is new, modern, and easy to navigate. You can find brand stores, restaurants, and relaxing areas here. I particularly liked the combination of shopping with views of the water. A great place to combine shopping with a pleasant walk nearby.

Stumbled across the Empire Outlets as we exited the Staten Island Ferry…read more The oulets are pretty empty with many vacant stores and others running Going Out Of Business Sales. The views on the other hand are wonderful. The EO logo frames the view of NYC so beautifully. Nice to take a seat and enjoy a sunny day. Found a cute shirt and a nice dress for travel in the sale section at Banana Republic. Got some bathing suits at a store that was going out of business. After shopping, pay your respects at the Staten Island September 11th Memorial. Postcards honors and remembers the victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks and the 1993 World Trade Center bombings. Look through the wings of the giant sculpture. It frames Ground Zero. Never forget.

I ordered a piece of wall decor online through this store and never received my order. When…read moreattempting to email Glam NYC to inquire I got no response. Also found out that their website is down. Very disappointed. Do not order from them.