You don't need a car to enjoy skiing or snowboarding near New York City. Take the bus to nearby ski/snowboard areas including Hunter Mountain, Windham Mountain, Gore and Mountain Creek, and have fun on the slopes and apres ski without the hassle of driving. Skiers and snowboarders can board buses in Manhattan, Brooklyn,Queens and Long Island for day trips. There also are day-trips and … [Read more...]
Best Christmas Tree Farms Near NYC
Find your perfect holiday tree at a Christmas tree farm in the Hudson Valley or Southern Connecticut. These cut-your-own farms are within 90 minutes of Times Square. Several of these family-owned tree farms have been in the same family for generations, and make it a family event with hay rides, hot chocolate, petting zoos, even live reindeer and visits with Santa. Get your perfect balsam, … [Read more...]
Best Spots for Apple & Pumpkin Picking Near NYC
The temperature is dropping, the leaves are turning, and there's a growing excitement about Halloween, spiced lattes and cuddling around a warm fire. Enjoy autumn and take advantage of the nice weather by getting outdoors and exploring local, family-owned farms near NYC, for apple and pumpkin picking, corn maizes, hayrides and more family fun.. Even if you’re not into picking your own … [Read more...]
NYC Escapes: Cold Spring, Hudson Valley
Weekend Escapes from NYC for Fall Foilage: Who needs a car when you can spend a day or a weekend in the country in Cold Spring, on the Hudson River, one hour north of Grand Central Terminal via MetroNorth. Explore antiques shops and historic homes, sample farm-to-table restaurants, hike one of the best trails in the Tri-State area, or just sit under the riverside gazebo to enjoy the picture … [Read more...]
Ski Bus Trips from NYC to Nearby Slopes
Your chariot awaits! Take the bus from NYC to nearby ski/snowboard areas including Hunter Mountain, Windham Mountain, Gore and Mountain Creek, and have fun on the slopes and apres ski without the hassle of driving. Skiers and snowboarders can board busses in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens, and in Long Island for daytrips, and also weekend trips to nearby Vermont resorts includng Mount Snow and … [Read more...]
National Parks Lifetime Pass Price Increase
Act now to avoid a significant increase in the cost of a Lifetime Pass to National Park Service sites. The price of a pass for Seniors 62 and over jumps from $10 to $80 on August 27, 2017. You can purchase the pass in person with no service fee at one of the many NPS sites in New York City, including the Statue of Liberty, Federal Hall and Hamilton Grange. If purchased online, … [Read more...]
Take the ferry to beach
Best NYC daytrips: Take the ferry to the beach, from Manhattan to Sandy Hook on the Jersey Shore, part of the Gateway National Recreation Area, administered by the National Park Service. Seastreak is a modern high-speed ferry that travels between East 35th St. and from Wall St. to Sandy Hook in about 35 minutes. See also: Best NYC beaches by subway NYC outdoor pools in Manhattan NYC … [Read more...]
July 4th fireworks on the Hudson River
Yes, there will be July 4th fireworks on the Hudson River. This Star Spangled Spectacular Fireworks is at the Yonkers Downtown Waterfront. It's a great alternative to fighting the crowds for the Macy's July 4th Fireworks on the East River. And it's convenient. The revitalized Yonkers Downtown Waterfront is just three blocks from the MetroNorth station, and there are loads of restaurants, many … [Read more...]
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