Vacation Ideas From New York City

Golf Weekend Getaways from New York City

Golf Weekend Getaways from New York City


Every once in a while, the city’s locals and visitors need a little escape from the daily hustle and bustle, and that’s where these 25 magnificent golf courses come into the picture.

Vacation Ideas From New York City

Winvian Farm

Winvian Farm

Vacation Ideas From New York City

Beaches Near NYC

Beaches Near NYC

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Vacation Ideas From New York City

Romantic Getaways in New York

Romantic Getaways in New York

Vacation Ideas From New York City

Summer Getaways from New York City

Summer Getaways from New York City



Drive-in Movie Theaters in New York State

Drive-in Movie Theaters in New York State

These theaters offer double nightly showings of classic hits, modern blockbusters, and independent films, with many offering classic diner fare and family-friendly activities such as miniature golf courses and children’s playgrounds.



Vacation Ideas From New York City

Things to Do in Skaneateles

Things to Do in Skaneateles

Vacation Ideas From New York City

Lake Placid Hotels & Resorts

Lake Placid Hotels & Resorts



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Vacation Ideas From New York City

Rose Hill Vineyards & Inn

Rose Hill Vineyards & Inn

Vacation Ideas From New York City

Things to Do in The Finger Lakes Region, NY

Things to Do in The Finger Lakes Region, NY

Leaving New York—even just for a little while—always felt like loosening something tight. One train ride, one highway curve, and the skyline gave way to trees, river towns, stillness. I remember leaning back in a window seat as city noise faded, and thinking, “It’s not far, but it feels like freedom.”


What stayed with me were the soft shifts: fog on the Hudson, old bookstores in towns with creaky sidewalks, wildflowers leaning through fences on quiet back roads. I wandered through mountain trails, lakeside mornings, and tiny cafés where no one needed to be in a rush—and I came back each time feeling lighter, like I’d stepped outside of time for a little while.


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Whether you’re dreaming of weekend getaways, coastal trains, cabin stays, or just a breath of fresh air beyond the boroughs, these guides gather the escapes that helped me reset. Close enough to reach. Quiet enough to matter.


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