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Author: Marta Zielinska

Marta Zielinska is the Managing Editor of ILOVENY.com.

Lavishly decorated room with a large Christmas tree, red carpeted stairs, ornate wooden paneling, and elegant furniture at the Staatsburgh State Historic Site.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, when New York State’s beautiful Gilded Age mansions and historic estates deck their halls with brightly lit trees, elegant wreaths, glittering ornaments, and festive garland.

A clean-energy bus passes glass skyscrapers in Manhattan, beneath a vivid Harry Styles concert ad; bright blue skies give the busy street an upbeat feel.

The weather may be cooling down, but the concert calendar is bringing the heat in New York State with artists spanning all genres making tour stops before the year is up.

The Canandaigua Lady, a replica of a 19th-century double-decker paddlewheel boat, on the lake at sunset surrounded by fall foliage

Get out on the water and see New York State’s marvelous fall foliage from a different perspective! Witness the beautiful shades of autumn reflected on the water’s surface as you cruise along historic canals, pristine lakes, and tranquil rivers passing everything from lighthouses to castles aboard steamboats, luxury yachts, and other majestic vessels.

Flo Rida, wearing a black leather vest, sunglasses, and silver chains, holds a microphone stand illuminated by dramatic stage lighting and fog while performing on the Suburban Park Stage at the Great New York State Fair in Syracuse on Thursday, August, 29, 2024.

Looking for the ultimate summer celebration? The 2026 Great New York State Fair takes over the fairgrounds in Syracuse from August 26 to September 7, 2026, delivering 13 days of big-name entertainment, incredible food, and budget-friendly family fun.

Blue Team USA bobsled with white outlined stars and red stripes on display at the Lake Placid Olympic Center in front of a large photo of a Team USA bobsled

While the 2026 Winter Olympics are taking place in Italy, you can embrace the Olympic spirit right here in New York State.

New York Public Library

Book lovers, pack your bags for a literary adventure in New York State! From browsing the iconic stacks of the New York Public Library, to hunting for treasures in a Catskills book village, to visiting the homes of Washington Irving, Walt Whitman, and other famous authors, get ready to write your own chapter of bookish bliss with these literary destinations in New York State.

Exterior view of the Tudor-style castle mansion Hempstead House at Sands Point Preserve

From its world-renowned wine region and grand Gold Coast estates to its pristine white sand beaches and Hollywood-approved Hamptons hangouts, Long Island exudes luxury. Once a popular summer retreat for some of America’s most prominent early 20th century families, you don’t need to be a Vanderbilt to enjoy finer things in life on Long Island.

Barrel saunas stand in a serene lakeside garden at the Lake House on Canandaigua on a getaway to New York's Figner Lakes Region

Feel the demands of daily life melt away as you indulge in a world of tranquility and rejuvenation on a wellness retreat steeped in luxury in New York State. Recharge your body, mind, and soul with…

Lyndhurst mansion during the golden hour

Magnificent landscapes, historic estates, eclectic museums, art in unique settings, Gilded Age mansions, and a renowned food scene — the Hudson Valley truly has it all. Though it boasts million dollar views that attracted the nation’s richest families and inspired some of the greatest works of American art, exploring one of National Geographic Traveler’s Top 20 must-see places of the world without breaking the bank has never been easier.  …

Snowy winter scene with people skiing near an alpine lodge at Peek'n Peak Resort. Tall snow-laden trees frame the view, creating a serene and festive atmosphere.

Whether you’re looking to shake off the winter blues, relax after the holidays, or kick off your wellness journey in the new year, one thing is for sure, a New York State winter getaway is better with friends.