Day trips and getaways in and around New York

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Just 2.5 hours from NYC: Upstate NY’s most visually rewarding boat trip offers 90 minutes of Hudson River history, an open-air deck and soaring bald eagles

Upstate New York is packed with incredible summer potential, but one spectacular boating route right out of the capital is finally having its moment. Gliding along the historic Hudson River, this 90-mi...

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This tiny coastal village is a car-free escape from NYC — famous for it’s hidden seafood shacks, antique stores, $2 sunset ferry, and a 1920’s carousel

There’s something about an NYC waterfront sunset that feels so distinctly like summer, with the way the light hits the skyline and the air finally loses its bite. But as the city heat starts to s...

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This historic harbor town 2 hours from NYC is a smarter alternative to the Hamptons — with a French-inspired lavender farm and an 1857 mansion

If you are dreaming of salty breezes and laid-back magic, Greenport, NY belongs at the very top of your travel list. Located at the eastern end of Long Island’s North Fork, this historic harbor town of...

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Long Island is throwing a massive Memorial Day kickoff for America’s 250th anniversary — complete with a 1,000-drone light show and vintage warbird flyovers

Summer is practically knocking on our doors and Long Island is gearing up for a holiday kickoff like no other. Governor Kathy Hochul just announced that Jones Beach State Park will transform into a co...

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Upstate NY’s Catskills region is home to a scenic 20-vendor farmers market tucked at the foot of a hiking trail — with the region’s best artisanal ferments & sweeping mountain vistas

If you've been dreaming of a quiet escape to the mountains this summer, you've likely heard of the Adirondack's 20-stop market trail. But there's a hidden gem tucked into one of the most scenic hamlets in...

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This bucket-list solar eclipse festival is just a 5-hour flight from NYC — and it won’t return for another 171 years

If a trip to Iceland has been on your radar, this summer is the time to make your dream a reality! The beautiful country will host one of the most extraordinary natural spectacles of our lifetime during t...

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One of Upstate NY’s most historic state parks is adding a lush 79-acre expansion — it’s famous for bubbling mineral springs & wildlife habitats

Saratoga Springs is easily one of the most magical weekend escapes from the city, and it's about to get even more magical. Between boasting a vibrant, standout main street and holding the title as a t...

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Upstate NY’s Adirondack region is transforming into a 20-stop farmers market trail this summer — complete with award-winning cheeses and stunning mountain views

We've been dreaming of a quiet escape to Upstate NY's Adirondack region for a while, and this summer provides the perfect excuse to head north. Communities throughout the Adirondacks are gearing up to...

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This 42-acre open-air museum just a short ride from NYC is the largest sculpture park in NJ with over 300 giant artworks

Located across the Hudson in Hamilton, New Jersey, you'll find Grounds For Sculpture. This not-for-profit arboretum and museum is the absolute perfect urban escape. While late summer brings their famous...

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For just $10 these bus routes will take you from NYC to Niagara Falls, Philadelphia, Boston, & more

While we love a good summer getaway, the price of travel in 2026 has been creeping pretty damn high. Between rising gas prices and airlines cutting back on budget seats, getting out of the city for a long...

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