I Love New York Blog

Labor Day is just around the corner so celebrate the last days of summer with a New York State weekend getaway. Discover hidden lakes and live music, sunny beaches and bountiful vineyards, or parasailing and island kayaking. Whatever this summer has been to you, make this weekend count with these easy Labor Day Weekend getaways. …

’Tis the season to hit the slopes for some winter fun. New York has some of the best skiing on the east coast, and whether you’re a pro or still on the bunny hill, New York has it all. Here’s why your next cold-weather getaway should be right here in New York.

What do you buy for the person who has everything? Holiday markets are sprouting up across New York, where local art, specialty crafts, and food and drink make gift-giving season a breeze. Here are the markets to hit before the season's over!…

Now that it's the most wonderful time of the year, you'll find spectacular holiday lights across New York that are far greater than your neighbor's strung display. Here are the Christmas lights you need to see this season.

School's out for summer, but that doesn't mean the learning needs to stop. The kids won't even know they're being educated while exploring New York's Path Through History because the attractions are exciting, fun, and intellectually stimulating all the same.

With more than 24 Underground Railroad sites and deep historical ties to leaders like Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman, New York is home to profound moments throughout Black history. Discover the stories during Black History Month this February (and every month of the year) at these famous sites. 

You’re never too old to become a superstar. Just look at Alexander Hamilton: On January 11, the founding father turns 263 - probably; his actual birth year is disputed - and he’s more famous than ever…

You don’t ski. But you’re tagging along with friends and family to the mountain. Have no fear—here are seven mountains with amazing things to do—no skis required.

From the foothills of the Catskill Mountains to the peaks of the Adirondacks, New York is home to one of the most vivid autumns in the world. Whether you see it from a scenic roadway, from up in the air, or from a gorgeous hiking trail, the vibrant fall leaves will fill you with wonder amidst the changing seasons. Here’s your everlasting map to the most scenic fall foliage destinations all over New York State.

While the National Baseball Hall of Fame has given Cooperstown a sporty reputation, there is far more to discover in this town beyond the outfield. Imagine award-winning craft beer, art galleries, and music, all wrapped into a charming lakeside village. From Ommegang to Glimmerglass, here is your perfect weekend getaway in Cooperstown. …