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Please Note - As of June 2022, face masks are no longer mandated at most Upstate New York locations.
However, they may still be reqired when riding public transportation, if exhibiting cold-like symptoms, or at the request of certain establishments.
Before traveling, Please call ahead or check websites for delayed openings, event cancellations, and availability of services.
Rock out the End of Summer at the NY State Fair
Region: Central New York
To round out the Summer, there's a top musical lineup coming to the New York State Fair - and it’s all free with your admission ticket !
Explore 24 Must Do Activities in the Finger Lakes
Region: The Finger Lakes
Mikkel Woodruff of adimesaved.com describes appealing Must-do activities in the Finger Lakes, beginning with the Corning Museum of Glass ..
Here's 37 of the Best Things to Do in Niagara Falls
Region: Niagara-Western NY
Tourscanner.com has created an exclusive list of the best things to do in Niagara Falls, including wine trails, nightlife, adventures and plenty more.
New Fishing Rules went into effect in April ..
Region: All Regions
According to 1045theTeam.com, NY State has implemented NEW fresh water fishing regulations that protect against overharvesting.
For an Ethereal Dream, Hike the Watkins Glen Gorge Trail
Region: The Finger Lakes
Anna Hammerschmidt of comejoinmyjourney.com takes you on a stunning hike up stone staircases, past waterfalls, and over idyllic bridges.
Download the NEW 2022 NY State Camping Guide !
Region: All Regions
This mobile flip-book highlights 120 state-operated campgrounds. Use it throughout the season to plan your Next Adventure.
Get into Birdwatching and Bird Training 101
Region: All Regions
Birds are clever, beautiful, and can be quite elusive. But no matter where you live, birding is a hobby that you can get into. Let Teresa Siqueira show you how.
Discover 10 of the Best Wineries in the Finger Lakes
Region: The Finger Lakes
After taste testing in 2021, Peter Bartunias of SeeNewYorkwithUs.com ranked these Finger Lakes Wineries in the Top 10..
Find Fun & Beautiful Things to Do in Upstate NY
Region: All Regions
There are tons of things to occupy you in New York State, including beautiful parks, fun cities, bucolic small farms, and everything in between.
The Catskills Is Getting a Trendy New Boutique Hotel
Region: The Catskills
Rachel Chang of Travel&Liesure.com says It will have the Feel and Amenities of a Fun-filled Upscale Summer Camp (image by Michael Carnevale).
Take 'The Big Daddy' through Upstate New York
Region: All Regions
CNY55.com takes you on Route 20, also known as 'The Big Daddy' - America's longest highway - to explore 9 Historic Cities along the way.
Welcome to the 'Gorgeous' Falls in Ithaca
Region: The Finger Lakes
Enjoy the natural beauty, delicious culinary creations, exciting culture, and collegiate surroundings in one of Upstate's most vibrant communities..
Vacation like a Rockefeller in the Adirondacks
Region: The Adirondacks
Afar.com Magazine takes you to Former Vacation Homes of the Vanderbilts and Rockefellers that are now Open to the Public.
Visit Wineries & Hotels on the Hudson Valley Wine Trail
Region: Hudson Valley
Winetraveler.com presents top Wineries & Hotels interspersed between the rolling farmlands and impressive mountains of the Hudson Valley.
Fishing for Bass isn’t as Hard as you think.
Region: All Regions
Coty Perry of YourBassGuys.com shows you How to effectively Catch Bass in His Article 'The Last Bass Fishing Tips Guide You’ll Ever Need' -
Embark on a fun-filled daycation in the Hammondsport area
Region: The Finger Lakes
SeeNewYorkwithUs.com has great ideas for things to See & Do - and places to Dine & Stay - around Hammondsport and Keuka Lake.
Anglers: Go Urban Fishing on the Salmon River
Region: Thousand Islands
Catch Salmon, Bass & Walleye in the village of Pulaski, and experience 'Urban Fishing' just steps away from Great Dines, Brews & Lodging.
Take a Sip at these Unique Upstate locations
Region: All Regions
Travelawaits.com and Robin Catalano take you to some of the Best out-of-the-way breweries, distilleries, wineries & cideries in Upstate NY.
The 28 Best & Fun Things to Do in Rochester
Region: The Finger Lakes
With so many options for what to See & Do in the beautiful city of Rochester, The Busy Tourist has found something for everyone.
Plan a Road Trip around the Western part of the State
Region: Niagara-Western NY
Flashpackingamerica.com shares a fun-filled Road Trip that explores 5+ places in Western NY with GREAT views of the Outdoors!
Space.com helps you identify Stars in the Evening Sky
Region: All Regions
Ever wonder what stars and planets are in the night sky? Stars.com helps you identify the brightest ones along with planets & constellations.
Thinking of Visiting Boldt Castle? Read Robin's article first
Region: Thousand Islands
Robin O'Neal Smith andTravelawaits.com show you how to Tour Boldt Castle, including where to take great pictures on the Castle Grounds.
Designation of the Lake Ontario Marine Sanctuary continues
Region: Thousand Islands
The Nation's 16th. Marine Sanctuary - the 1,700 sq. mile Eastern Lake Ontario Marine Sanctuary - may become a reality in late 2022 or early '23 ..
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Region: All Regions
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Enjoy Wine, Music & Entertainment at the Finger Lakes Wine Festival
Enjoy Wine, Music & Entertainment at the Finger Lakes Wine Festival
Location: Watkins Glen , NY
Experience the Mesmerizing Waterfalls at Watkins Glen
The Finger Lakes
Watkins Glen State Park is filled with trails that overlook, wind over and pass under mesmerizing waterfalls.
The New York State Fair will be Great this Year !
Central New York
Aug. 24 – Sept. 5, 2022: Get ready for the Biggest Fair Ever at this celebration of exciting entertainment, food & FUN!
Legoland New York Resort is BACK this Spring !
Hudson Valley
2022 season opens April 8: LEGOLAND® New York Resort invites you to ride, climb, splash, and build your way through seven themed lands.
Journey to the Underground Wonders at Howe Caverns
Central New York
Howe Caverns is the largest show cave in the Northeast U.S. and stays a pleasant 55 degrees Fahrenheit year-round.
Enjoy an American first along the Cayuga Wine Trail
The Finger Lakes
Established in 1983, the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail is America’s longest running wine trail in the country.
Ride a Pontoon Boat to the West Pierhead Lighthouse
Thousand Islands
To Take a Lighthouse Tour, Visit the H Lee White Maritime Museum in Oswego, see the Famous LT-5 Tug, and discover history of the Great Lakes.
The National Comedy Center is full of Fun & Laughs
Chautauqua-Allegany
Located in Jamestown, Chautauqua County - The National Comedy Center is a FUN Visit dedicated to presenting the significant history of comedy.
Take a Hudson Valley Food and Farm Tour
Hudson Valley
Starting in Beacon, you'll learn the history of the Hudson Valley as you visit nearby farm-to-table dining, historic wineries and more.
Check out the Genesee Country Village & Museum ..
The Finger Lakes
See the State's largest 19th Century museum including a recreated historic village, the John L. Wehle Gallery & Genesee Country Nature Center...
Hike the Kaaterskill Trail and Experience a Giant Waterfall
The Catskills
A popular destinations, the Kaaterskill waterfall has captivated the hearts of poets, painters, film makers & photographers ..
Get Up Close to Nature at The Wild Center
The Adirondacks
Walk among the treetops of the Adirondack forest where you can view animals and nature in their natural setting.
Get Hands-on at the Corning Museum of Glass
The Finger Lakes
Head to Ithaca and see a live demonstration of glass blowing at the Corning Museum of Glass.
Hop aboard the NEW electric Maid of the Mist at Niagara Falls
Niagara-Western NY
Experience the Power and Beauty of Niagara Falls up close as you ride aboard the NEW Maid of the Mist.
Follow a famous Walkway Over the Hudson River
Hudson Valley
See sweeping views of the Hudson Valley and river below the longest elevated pedestrian bridge in the World..
Ride the Colonial Belle - and See the Erie Canal
The Finger Lakes
Visit the Historic town of Fairport and hop aboard the Colonial Belle, the largest tour boat of its kind operating on the Erie Canal.
Tour Buffalo by Pedal Tours, Boats and Bikes
Niagara-Western NY
Pedal Tours depart from two locations, downtown Buffalo and Canalside, while boat tours leave from the River Works.
Travel the Seneca Wine Trail along Seneca Lake
The Finger Lakes
The Seneca Lake Wine Trail has daily tastings and tours and trail-wide events featuring food pairings and seasonal themes.
Explore Dino Roar at Lake George Expedition Park
The Adirondacks
Enter a prehistoric world where you can climb into a dinosaur nest, dig for hidden fossils and stand next to a roaring-replica of Titanosaurus!
Splash it Up at the Six Flags Great Escape Park
The Adirondacks
Six Flags Amusement & Theme Park features more than 135 rides and attractions, including an indoor water park.
Visit the Westfield Farmer's & Artisan's Market
Chautauqua-Allegany
Voted #1 in NYS, this robust summer outdoor market offers locally produced foods, hand-crafted items and more...
Find a Prehistoric Mastodon at The NY State Museum
Capital-Saratoga
Albany's New York State Museum is a Fun Place to Visit and a Major Center for art, science, human and natural history.
Visit Boldt Castle in the Thousand Islands
Thousand Islands
Take a refreshing boat ride to historic Boldt Castle, and Tour one of New York's most famous Attractions ..
See the spectacular "Grand Canyon of the East"
The Finger Lakes
Letchworth State Park, the 'Grand Canyon of the East' has amazing hiking trails and one of the largest waterfalls in the eastern U.S..
Marvel at the Historic Seward House Museum in Auburn
The Finger Lakes
Built in 1816, The Seward House Historic Museum in Auburn is filled with original artwork and period furnishings.
