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Posts from October 2019

Holiday Valley Resort, Ellicottville, in fall

Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones. Add in tender turkey, creamy mashed potatoes, and traditional stuffing and it could very well be your favorite holiday of the year. Bring your family and friends together for an unforgettable Thanksgiving meal at one of New York State’s exceptional restaurants. From historic taverns and rustic lodges to elegant dining rooms and stately hotels, there is a location to fit every style. Here are some Thanksgiving restaurants in New York where you don’t have to worry about overcooking the turkey. Savor carefully crafted dishes while enjoying the holiday in a uniquely New York setting. …

Bedell Vineyard at Dusk W Studios NY - Photo Courtesy of Bedell Vineyard

Long Island's vineyard-studded North Fork is the perfect weekend getaway for families, food and drink enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates scenic seaside villages. Spend your weekend sampling the region’s award-winning varietals and locally made dishes, then hit the beach for a sun-soaked day on the Long Island Sound. Here's your guide for a relaxing 48 hours among the blissful coastal communities of the North Fork.

Niagara Falls State Park - Photo Courtesy of Beautiful Destinations

Buffalo has long been known for its sports culture and as a great place to take in an NFL game, but New York’s second-largest city and the surrounding Greater Niagara region offer so much more. Featured as one of the New York Times’ 52 Places to Go in 2018 and selected as one of Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2020 destinations, Buffalo has been experiencing nothing short of a renaissance. Classic buildings now house luxurious hotels and hot new restaurants. A burgeoning brewery scene has been racking up awards and accolades. A newly redeveloped waterfront offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities and unique entertainment. While you can easily spend several days exploring the city and getting to know its friendly residents—Buffalo is often called the City of Good Neighbors—no visit would be complete without exploring the region’s majestic natural wonders, like Niagara Falls and Letchworth State Park, which was named the #1 State Park in America in a prominent national poll. 

We asked local icon, Pro Football Hall of Famer, and legendary Buffalo Bills running back, #34 himself, Thurman Thomas, for some of his favorite places to go in Buffalo and the Greater Niagara region during football season. …