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Nautical News, Birds of Prey Encounters, Beachside Events and more at Whiteface Lodge

Lake Placid, N.Y. (May 6, 2025) – The term “vacation” was born in the Adirondack Mountains, where 19th-century New Yorkers sought fresh air and mountain serenity during long summer retreats. This summer, Lake Placid’s Whiteface Lodge—a AAA Four Diamond-rated, MICHELIN Key Hotel and 2025 Good Housekeeping Family Travel Award winner – revives this timeless tradition with a fresh take on classic Adirondack fun, introducing new programs while bringing back beloved summer staples — most of them complimentary for resort guests.

The Empire State is celebrating milestone anniversaries, hotel and museum openings, and major sporting events, making it a must visit destination in 2025

Albany, NY – January 30, 2025 – New York State is brimming with major anniversary celebrations, international sporting competitions, and a variety of new hotels, museums and attractions in 2025, offering new opportunities for travelers to immerse themselves in new destinations throughout the state. From the opening of the National Urban League's Urban Civil Rights Museum - Manhattan’s first museum dedicated to civil rights - to the PGA Ryder Cup on Long Island, to a Canopy Walkway at Tanglewood Nature Center & Museum in the Finger Lakes, New York State expands its offerings as a year-round destination for adventure, relaxation and cultural immersion.

Featuring Cozy Accommodations, Fresh Air and Roaring Fires

Orange County, N.Y. - Now that winter is here, embrace the season with a memory-making stay in one of Orange County, N.Y.’s many charming inns, bed and breakfasts and hotels.

Lake Placid, N.Y. – On November 15, the ski and ride season at Whiteface Mountain will be underway. And while some lifts will run just for the weekend, the signal is clear: a new season is upon us. Here at the Mirror Lake Inn in the heart of the Adirondacks, we take skiing seriously and personally.

New Resort Dining Option Serving Lunch and Dinner Daily 

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Lake George, NY — October 29, 2024 — Six Flags Great Escape Lodge, Lake George’s premier family resort destination, is thrilled to announce the opening of Hurricane Grill & Wings®. As the hotel’s brand-new, flagship dining option, the restaurant brings a vibrant, laid-back atmosphere with delicious menu offerings to resort guests and the Lake George regional community. …

Starting August 19, guests can look forward to enhanced onsite benefits and booking flexibility for their Windham getaway

Windham, N.Y. (August 19, 2024) -- Wylder Windham announces today a partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH), the most desirable community of independently minded travelers and independently spirited hotels in the world. Guests with memberships can look forward to enjoying new benefits including booking with Hilton Honors points, member rates, room upgrades and more. 

Lake Placid, N.Y. – When you turn 100, it’s easy to look back and see so much in the rearview mirror. This is certainly the case for the iconic Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa in Lake Placid, which is celebrating its centennial year in 2024.

The history of the Mirror Lake Inn dates back to 1924 when Climena Alford, a native of Lake Placid, married William Rufus Wikoff of Massachusetts. Mr. Wikoff, who had found financial success with his "Fuller Brush Man" concept, retired in 1926, and the couple moved to Lake Placid. There, Mr. Wikoff transformed an old estate into the Mir-a-Lac Inn, quickly establishing it as a high-quality resort that attracted wealthy clientele from across the state.

If You Think Lake George is Great, Wait Until You Experience Great Sacandaga Lake

Broadalbin, NY (June 18, 2024) — Nestled within the serene landscapes of the Adirondack Mountains, Great Sacandaga Lake emerges as the perfect getaway for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. It’s an alternative to the more crowded tourist destinations like Lake George, providing an idyllic Adirondack getaway for those seeking to retreat into nature’s splendor.