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Posts from December 2024

Vibrantly-colored balloons soar over a waterfall at Letchworth on a sunny day

Make 2025 a year of new opportunities, and most important of all, new travel experiences! If you’ve been gazing wistfully at the stars wondering where on Earth you’ll set foot this year, you’re in luck! We’ve compiled a list of must-see trips can’t-miss events to add to your calendar for 2025. So what are you waiting for?! Start planning your trip today.  …

Macy's storefront adorned with holiday lights and decorations at night

As a travel blogger who happens to be in a wheelchair, I'm always happily surprised at how accessible the state of New York really is. So here are some of New York State's best things to do if you or

Exterior of a Lushna Cabin in the snow at Eastwind Hotel Oliverea Valley

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and cozy up in one of New York’s charming boutique hotels! Whether you prefer a luxe cabin-style lodge in the “forever wild” Adirondacks, a trendy industrial-chic retreat in Brooklyn, or a luxurious seaside getaway in the Hamptons, you can’t go wrong with these unforgettable stays. Plan for your next adventure and check out these 19 unique and boutique New York hotels.

A plate of brunch food including potatoes, syrup, and a pastry
Photo courtesy of Kacey O’Brien, Lake George Area/Warren County Tourism Department

The Adirondacks region is a true feast for the senses, combining awe-inspiring natural beauty with a vibrant culinary

A person watches the sunrise from Artists Rock at North-South Campground

Now is the perfect time to make 2025 resolutions and new year goals for renewal and self-discovery.

A person dressed in a polar bear costume stands in the ocean water in Coney Island during the New Year's polar plunge

Say hello to 2025 in style in New York State by warming up with a variety of fun, exciting, and delicious events! Whether you want to take in a two-for-one show on Broadway, groove to the smooth

A family of four skis down Bristol Mountain

Looking for winter family fun without breaking the bank? We’ve got you covered! Winter in New York State means exploring dazzling ice palaces, traversing magical landscapes, experiencing world-renowned museums, and so much more. Get the family out of the house and get ready to make unforgettable memories with these 13 affordable winter weekend activities.

Aerial view of the snow-covered speed skating oval in the Lake Placid Olympic Village

Throughout New York State, towns, cities, and villages radiate with warmth and cheer during the winter months. Postcard-perfect main streets sparkle under blankets of snow, city skylines dazzle with

A person in a pink and grey winter coat, white hat, and black snow pants prepares to ski down Gore Mountain

From ski trail debuts to grand hotel openings, there’s always something new to discover in New York State! Spend a wintry weekend on a farm in the Hudson Valley, get your holiday shopping done at a new holiday market in the Finger Lakes, zoom down one the Catskills’ steepest ski trails, and more. Whether you’re planning a wonderful winter weekend getaway or just looking to make magical memories, be sure to add the Empire State’s latest and greatest to your winter must-do list. 

Lake Placid - Olympic Center

With so much to see and do in New York State, it’s tempting to add a few days to your getaway. But what if you could minimize dipping into those PTO days and maximize time spent exploring? We have your guide to the best ways to stretch those vacation days to make it a holiday to remember, taking up to 24 days of PTO and turning them into 56 days of getaway bliss through 2025. So what are you waiting for? Put in for that time off and start packing those bags!