Travel to Schenectady for a weekend rich in history, art, and fun. It is here where Thomas Edison founded the General Electric Company, where New York State named its first historic district, and it’s home to Proctors Theatre, a former vaudeville house where countless famous artists have performed.
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48 Hours in Montauk, NY
Apr 24, 2026 by Richard Martin
Though it’s technically part of the Hamptons, New York’s legendary luxury playground, Montauk long ago forged its own identity as a quirky hamlet known for fishing, beaches, parks, and its nickname, “The End.”…
48 Hours in Lockport
Apr 22, 2026 by Emma Frisbie
Unlock a spectacular canalside escape in Lockport! Just 20 miles from Niagara Falls, this hidden gem city was once a vital stop along the Erie Canal in the 1800s, home to the magnificent Flight of Five locks. Today, the “Lock City” is a vibrant hub of adventure with scenic canal cruises, a robust wine trail, small town charm, historic tours, and more. Here’s your guide to spending 48 hours in Lockport.
48 Hours in Cold Spring, NY
Apr 13, 2026 by Katherine Dunn
Tucked along the Hudson River, where nature meets art, you’ll find Cold Spring. Once a vital artillery center during the American Civil War, this river town has blossomed into an idyllic village where local restaurants and Main Street boutiques greet Hudson Highlands hikers as well as culture lovers from nearby New York City. For a dive into the beauty of the Hudson Valley, here is your 48-hour guide to Cold Spring.
48 Hours in Newburgh, NY
Apr 04, 2026 by I LOVE NY Staff
Newburgh offers a little bit of something for everyone to enjoy, with a lively waterfront boasting a diverse food scene and picturesque views of the Hudson River.
48 Hours in Alexandria Bay and Clayton
Mar 16, 2026 by Ross D. Levi
You've heard of Thousand Island salad dressing, but did you know the Thousand Islands is an actual place? Not only is it real, but this region features MORE than a thousand islands – closer to 2,000 in fact! – in the crystal blue waters of the St. Lawrence Seaway along New York’s border with Canada.
All Your Spring Weekends Planned in New York State
Feb 23, 2026 by Rachel Dymond
Spring in New York State means the return of baseball, popular festivals, and bursts of flower power at botanic gardens. From outdoor festivities to indoor amusement, the season is all about new beginnings, so get inspired by these fun-filled spring weekend trips throughout New York! …
Are you looking to get in touch with nature this Earth Day? New York State is the place to visit! Home to more than 250 state parks, recreational trails including the Empire State Trail and New York State Birding Trail, and boat launches with wilderness spanning 700,000 acres in the Catskill Mountains and 6 million acres in the Adirondack Park, New York has no shortage of forever wild experiences. For those with electric vehicles, charge up at stations across New York State, or hop on public transit and head to these eco-friendly destinations throughout the state!…
48 Hours in Seneca Falls, NY
Feb 03, 2026 by I LOVE NY Staff
From July 19–20, 1848, a group of 300 women and 42 men came together in Wesleyan Chapel in Seneca Falls for the first-ever women's rights convention in the U.S. They began laying the groundwork for what would lead to women's suffrage in New York in 1917, three years before the nation followed.
26 Things to Do This Spring in New York State
Jan 31, 2026 by I LOVE NY Staff
Say goodbye to the cold and give spring a warm welcome! New York State is blossoming with lively activities and festivals, memorable exhibits, and natural beauty returning to its most vibrant state.