The 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…

The 9 Best Cooking Classes in New York!

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Gio Culinary Studio, Voorheesville, NY

Capital region cooking enthusiasts turn to the Food Network-featured Gio Culinary Studio, which offers private sessions and fun group lessons on Italian food, desserts, and Asian cuisine. …

Capital region cooking enthusiasts turn to the Food Network-featured Gio Culinary Studio, which…

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 7 Best Candy Shops in New York!

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Krause’s Homemade Candy, Albany, NY

Since the 80s, Tom Krause, who came from a long line of German confectioners, has been cooking up high-quality sweets and serving them to enthusiastic customers. Locals love the old-fashioned peanut…

Since the 80s, Tom Krause, who came from a long line of German confectioners, has been cooking up…

9 Best Shoe Stores in New York

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StreeTgame, Albany, NY

StreeTgame in Albany brings you new styles at some of the best prices. They sell brands like Nike, Air Jordan, and Adidas for men, women, and kids, making this a great option for the whole family.…

StreeTgame in Albany brings you new styles at some of the best prices. They sell brands like Nike,…

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

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Winter sports at Windham

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.

Less than an hour from Albany, this mountain resort offers fantastic spots for skiing and…

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 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 Student Discounts in New York

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Honest Weight Food Co-op, Albany, NY

Every Sunday, college students can bring their IDs to Honest Weight Food and get eight percent off their groceries. Honest Weight is only one of 200 cooperatively owned grocery stores in the U.S.…

Every Sunday, college students can bring their IDs to Honest Weight Food and get eight percent off…

8 Best CrossFit Gyms in New York

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CrossFit Beyond, Albany, NY

CrossFit Beyond in Albany has nine different trainers you can work with. They offer regular structured classes Monday through Saturday and have open gym times on Monday. Saturday, and Sunday. You…

CrossFit Beyond in Albany has nine different trainers you can work with. They offer regular…

Krause’s Homemade Candy, Albany, NY

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The Horses Lounge, Schenectady, NY

Featured in The 8 Best Pubs in New York!

This friendly neighborhood dive is cozy, fun, and cheap, with a daily happy hour, casual comfort food like tacos and burgers, and a weekly college night for local students. A post shared… 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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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

North-South Lake Campground, Haines Falls, NY

Featured in The 15 Best Camping Spots in New York!

The largest and most popular state campground in the Catskills, North-South Lake Campground provides thickly wooded camping areas near swimming beaches and attractions like Kaaterskill Falls and… Read More

Honest Weight Food Co-op, Albany, NY

Featured in 10 Best Student Discounts in New York

Every Sunday, college students can bring their IDs to Honest Weight Food and get eight percent off their groceries. Honest Weight is only one of 200 cooperatively owned grocery stores in the U.S.… Read More

Rollarama Skating Center, Schenectady, NY

Featured in The 10 Best Places for a Kid’s Birthday Party in New York!

Since 1957, this roller rink has provided endless amounts of fun on wheels, plus arcade games and prizes. Birthday parties at Rollarama include pizza, ice cream, skate rental, party chaperone, and… Read More

CrossFit Beyond, Albany, NY

Featured in 8 Best CrossFit Gyms in New York

CrossFit Beyond in Albany has nine different trainers you can work with. They offer regular structured classes Monday through Saturday and have open gym times on Monday. Saturday, and Sunday. You… Read More

Ya Ya’s House Southern Cuisine, Schenectady, NY

Featured in The 8 Best Places for Fried Chicken in New York!

Ya Ya’s has capital region soul foodies raving about its $12 Southern fried chicken dinner, which includes yam, collard greens, a corn muffin, and some macaroni or potato salad.

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