The 8 Best Craft Stores in New York!

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The Spinning Room, Altamont, NY

This highly rated yarn shop is well stocked with yarn, needles, and supplies. What sets the Spinning Room apart from other craft stores is its stock of Kromski and Louet wheels that can be both…

This highly rated yarn shop is well stocked with yarn, needles, and supplies. What sets the…

10 Best Blow Out Services in New York!

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Ando Salon, Slingerlands, NY

This swanky salon provides the ideal pampering experience to achieve the look of your dreams. A cutting-edge blowout service tailored to each client's individual taste will leave you feeling like…

This swanky salon provides the ideal pampering experience to achieve the look of your dreams. A…

9 Best Nature Centers in New York!

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Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center, Voorheesville, NY

This educational center provides visitors with the opportunity to see a live working beehive, view birds and fossils, or set out on foot or skis along Thacher State Park’s many trails.

This educational center provides visitors with the opportunity to see a live working beehive, view…

10 Best Thai Restaurants in New York!

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Sukhothai, Albany, NY

Sukhothai is the best option if you want more than Thai food. While you can get classic Thai dishes such as Thai Som Tum, Sukhothai also sells other eastern dishes such as Indian Samosas.

Sukhothai is the best option if you want more than Thai food. While you can get classic Thai dishes…

6 Coolest Coffee Shops in New York!

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Stacks Espresso Bar, Albany, NY

Beloved by coffee aficionados and college students, Lark Street’s Stacks Espresso Bar focuses on brewing the finest coffee in the capital region. Its cute blue exterior opens into a…

Beloved by coffee aficionados and college students, Lark Street’s Stacks Espresso Bar focuses…

10 Best Hair Salons in New York

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Townsend and Company Hair Salon and Spa, Albany, NY

If you’re looking for your new favorite salon in the Albany area, Townsend and Company Hair Salon and Spa should be at the top of your list. From mani-pedis to creative hair coloring, this…

If you’re looking for your new favorite salon in the Albany area, Townsend and Company Hair…

The 8 Best Fusion Restaurants in New York!

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Tomo Asian Bistro, Slingerlands, NY

Albany’s favorite Asian fusion restaurant, Tomo Asian Bistro serves up spicy favorites from around the far East—including popular dishes like Penang curry, Pad Thai, sushi, and General…

Albany’s favorite Asian fusion restaurant, Tomo Asian Bistro serves up spicy favorites from…

The 10 Best Thrift Shops in New York!

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Great Finds, Albany, NY

Great Finds is a women’s clothing thrift store that sells gently worn, in-style pieces and accessories. For over 25 years, the Albany thrift store has been run by a non-for-profit charity that…

Great Finds is a women’s clothing thrift store that sells gently worn, in-style pieces and…

10 Best Vegan Restaurants in New York

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Wizard Burger, Albany, NY

You don’t need magic to get a fabulous vegan burger. You just need to walk into Wizard Burger in Albany. This is the ultimate spot for fantastic vegan burgers that vegans and omnivores alike…

You don’t need magic to get a fabulous vegan burger. You just need to walk into Wizard Burger…

The 11 Best Wedding Locations in New York!

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The State Room is an ideal venue for couples seeking a gorgeous wedding venue that takes care of everything for them. The historic building constructed in 1901 features eye-catching architecture that…

The State Room is an ideal venue for couples seeking a gorgeous wedding venue that takes care of…

Stacks Espresso Bar, Albany, NY

Featured in 6 Coolest Coffee Shops in New York!

Beloved by coffee aficionados and college students, Lark Street’s Stacks Espresso Bar focuses on brewing the finest coffee in the capital region. Its cute blue exterior opens into a… Read More

Townsend and Company Hair Salon and Spa, Albany, NY

Featured in 10 Best Hair Salons in New York

If you’re looking for your new favorite salon in the Albany area, Townsend and Company Hair Salon and Spa should be at the top of your list. From mani-pedis to creative hair coloring, this… Read More

Great Finds, Albany, NY

Featured in The 10 Best Thrift Shops in New York!

Great Finds is a women’s clothing thrift store that sells gently worn, in-style pieces and accessories. For over 25 years, the Albany thrift store has been run by a non-for-profit charity that… Read More

Wizard Burger, Albany, NY

Featured in 10 Best Vegan Restaurants in New York

You don’t need magic to get a fabulous vegan burger. You just need to walk into Wizard Burger in Albany. This is the ultimate spot for fantastic vegan burgers that vegans and omnivores alike… Read More

Schenectady Greenmarket, Schenectady, NY

Featured in 10 Best Farmers Markets in New York!

With a mission of “connecting farm and city,” this downtown greenmarket draws vendors from a 100-mile radius. The popular farmers market operates outdoors from April to November and… Read More

Winter sports at Windham

Featured in Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in New York!

Less than an hour from Albany, this mountain resort offers fantastic spots for skiing and snowboarding. After a long day on the slopes, check into the spa for a relaxing massage or sauna.

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The State Room, Albany, NY

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Paolo Lombardi's Ristorante, Wynantskill, NY

Featured in 10 Best Italian Restaurants in New York!

Paolo Lombardi's Ristorante is a traditional date night restaurant in upstate New York. The intimate, elegant atmosphere is combined with traditional Italian cuisine, great wine, and the occasional… Read More

Oaxaquena Triqui, Albany, NY

Featured in The 8 Best Mexican Restaurants in New York!

For true-to-its roots Mexican food that’s made with extreme care, Albany has Oaxaquena Triqui. People swear by the authentic flavors and textures of everything on its menu.

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