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Posts from September 2025

A scarecrow standing amid hay bales and pumpkins with a train in the background

As autumn brings a chill to the air, haunted houses, hayrides, and attractions all across New York can send a chill down your spine. Here are the freaky, creepy, and the not-too-scary things you need to check out for Halloween. …

Autumn view of a deep canyon with vibrant fall foliage in red, orange, and yellow. The river winds below, under a sky with scattered clouds at sunset.

Every autumn, New York State’s parks burst with vibrant shades of red, orange, yellow, and everything in between, blanketing the Adirondack Mountains, the rolling hills and valleys of Central New York…

view of the sun shining on the mountains from the dining room at The DeBruce in the Catskills

The homey hamlet of Livingston Manor combines small-town charm with boundless natural beauty of the surrounding Catskill Mountains. This quiet but vibrant community offers world-class fly fishing,…

The Point Resort - Mohawk Room - Photo Courtesy of The Point Resort

You may be on a budget, but that doesn't mean you need to stay home this winter. Off-season deals and cozy cabins make this the season for everyone. From oceanfront retreats to snowy mountain peaks—here are seven winter vacations for budget, mid-range, and luxury travelers in New York. 

Bethpage Black Golf Course

Golf’s prestigious Ryder Cup is coming September 23-28, 2025 to Bethpage State Park’s world-renowned Black Course, home of the 2019 PGA Championship and two-time host of the U.S. Open! Here's what you…

Colorful foliage dons the trees surrounding a cascading waterfall at the Thain Family Forest at New York Botanical Garden

It’s easy to think of New York City as a concrete jungle, but this region of New York State has many green spaces across its five boroughs that become embellished with colorful fall plumage. The same can be said for Long Island. While its beaches make this a hot summer getaway destination, Long Island gets its fair share of fall foliage across its parks, arboretums, and other public spots. Here is your guide for where to wander amid the leaves and trees across New York City and Long Island. …

A bottle of wine sits next to two glasses of white wine on a wooden table in front of a view of Seneca lake

It’s not everywhere that you can experience so many diverse wine regions all in one state! Sip, swirl, and relax in New York, home to over 35,000 acres of wine country and the nation’s third-largest wine-producing state. From Long Island’s superb reds and sprawling farmland vineyards to the Finger Lakes’ internationally-acclaimed whites and dazzling lakeside views, New York’s wine regions are waiting for you to explore. Here’s how to make the most of your time in Empire State wine country. 

People enjoying wine at Millbrook Vineyards Winery in the Hudson Valley Region

Fall is the perfect time to gather your favorite people and enjoy a getaway across New York State. From rustic mountain retreats and colorful foliage to lakeside spa days, vineyard tastings, and cultural landmarks, each destination offers its own reason to turn a fall getaway into a memorable journey for you and your friends.