New York’s Best State Parks
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant New York is home to many state parks that offer numerous ways to enjoy the outdoors this season. If you plan […]
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Crazy About County Fairs? You’re in the Right Place
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Of course, you should get to the New York State Fair this season. The number of free attractions, unique food offerings […]
Lake Ontario Wine trail
Enjoy great wine … great vistas, food & entertainment along the lake By Margaret McCormick When people think of Lake Ontario as a summer destination, […]
Ditch the Hotel, Stay in a Treehouse, or on a Lockmaster Boat
By Mary Beth Roach If you and your family are looking for a vacation rental that’s unique and will create a more memorable adventure, consider […]
Garage Sale: Tips and Trips
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Yard sales offer a thrifty way to treasure hunt in your own community for unexpected finds. Here is a list of […]
Fort Ontario
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant History can be fun, and people only need to travel as far as the Fort Ontario State Historic Site, on the […]
Birdwatching Anyone?
By Margaret Mccormick New York is home to art trails, wine trails and culinary trails. But did you know there is also a New York […]
10 Best Bets for a Fun Season
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant 1. Go local Support the mom-and-pop restaurants and shops that make your home town unique. Many of these businesses have struggled […]
The Best BBQ Joints You Have to Try Today
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Sticky, tangy, smoky, sweet, and spicy — however you like your barbecue, New York’s best barbecue joints are ready to serve […]
Say Cheese, Upstate!
Artisan cheesemaking is booming in Central New York and the Finger Lakes. Cheese lovers can find great cheddars, Gouda, chevre, mozzarella and other types of […]