The Best Places to go Skating in NY State

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The Rink at Rockefeller Center, New York, NY

Rockefeller Center’s ice skating rink is one of the most popular places to skate—especially during Christmastime. Skaters enjoy the thrill of being right underneath the famous Rockefeller…

Rockefeller Center’s ice skating rink is one of the most popular places to…

10 Best Skiing Spots in New York!

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Gore Mountain, North Creek, NY

New York’s largest ski resort spans four mountains in the Adirondacks, boasting 119 runs and 2,537 feet of vertical drop. Ninety percent of Gore’s trails are intermediate or advanced, and…

New York’s largest ski resort spans four mountains in the Adirondacks, boasting 119 runs and…

10 Best Cross-Country Skiing Trails in New York!

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Highland Forest, Liverpool, NY

An Onandage County park, Highland Forest provides cross-country skiers with 40 miles of trails. Twenty of them are groomed and maintained by the park, and the terrain is good for all ages and skill…

An Onandage County park, Highland Forest provides cross-country skiers with 40 miles of trails.…

Bottoms Up! 10 Best Bars in New York

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Al’s Wine and Whiskey Lounge, Syracuse, NY

The beautifully furnished, vintage interior of this downtown Syracuse bar is inspirational, and its cocktail menu and artisan food items are among the finest in the region.

The beautifully furnished, vintage interior of this downtown Syracuse bar is inspirational, and its…

Ultimate Relaxation: The 10 Best Spas in New York

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Isabella Spa at Belhurst Castle, Geneva, NY

Decadent spa experiences like couples’ massages utilize essential oils and natural ingredients like lavender to soothe and restore balance at Geneva’s Belhurst Castle.

Decadent spa experiences like couples’ massages utilize essential oils and natural…

Best Thrift Shops in New York

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AMVETS Thrift Store, Rochester, NY

This mega-sized thrift store is a Rochester favorite, with a huge selection of men’s and women’s apparel as well as housewares and other knick-knacks. Browse the endless racks of clothing…

This mega-sized thrift store is a Rochester favorite, with a huge selection of men’s and…

Gore Mountain, North Creek, NY

Featured in 10 Best Skiing Spots in New York!

New York’s largest ski resort spans four mountains in the Adirondacks, boasting 119 runs and 2,537 feet of vertical drop. Ninety percent of Gore’s trails are intermediate or advanced, and… Read More

Highland Forest, Liverpool, NY

Featured in 10 Best Cross-Country Skiing Trails in New York!

Al’s Wine and Whiskey Lounge, Syracuse, NY

Featured in The 10 Best Bars in New York!

The beautifully furnished, vintage interior of this downtown Syracuse bar is inspirational, and its cocktail menu and artisan food items are among the finest in the region.

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Isabella Spa at Belhurst Castle, Geneva, NY

Featured in The 10 Best Spas in New York!

Decadent spa experiences like couples’ massages utilize essential oils and natural ingredients like lavender to soothe and restore balance at Geneva’s Belhurst Castle.

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AMVETS Thrift Store, Rochester, NY

Featured in The 10 Best Thrift Shops in New York!

This mega-sized thrift store is a Rochester favorite, with a huge selection of men’s and women’s apparel as well as housewares and other knick-knacks. Browse the endless racks of clothing… Read More

National Museum of Play, Rochester, NY

Featured in The 10 Best Educational Activities for Children in New York!

With interactive exhibits dedicated to the history of fun and games, the World Video Game Hall of Fame, New York’s largest butterfly garden, and the National Toy Hall of Fame, kids have a lot… Read More

Pet Star Dog Grooming, Rochester, NY

Featured in The 10 Best Pet Groomers in New York!

Known for its high-quality dog grooming, this Rochester dog salon offers the works—everything from bathing and ear cleaning to grooming and nail trimming are performed with extra-special… Read More

Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Kerhonkson, New York

Featured in The 10 Best Hiking Trails in New York!

The Minnewaska State Park Preserve is in the Palisades region of the state with 35 miles of carriage roads and 50 miles of footpaths. Hike through the hardwood forests of the Shawangunk Mountain… Read More

The Blarney Stone, Syracuse, NY

Featured in The 8 Best Burgers in New York!

A low-key Irish pub with a big beer selection, the Blarney Stone is also home to award-winning burgers. Big, basic, and affordable, the burgers have a reputation for being the best in… Read More

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