Winter is one of the least popular times to travel to New York City (excluding the month of December, because of course!). We definitely understand that the colder temps can deter people, however NYC in the winter is still great! It even offers some unique activities that you won’t be able to do in warmer months. So, we have compiled …
Staten Island is one of the five boroughs within New York City and the one borough we had not actually been to before. So, wanting to spend the day on the island, in January, during a national Pandemic, left us with a select few activities. We decided to take advantage of one of New York City’s best value sightseeing opportunities …
Don’t get us wrong, we love NYC and everything it has to offer, but sometimes you just need to get out for a bit. You know what we mean? Well, Beacon, NY is the place to get outside the city and enjoy a slower pace. Beacon, NY is like stepping into a Hallmark movie. Not only is it a close …
Well, 2020 I can’t say we’re sad to see you go. However, one of the benefits from this year was the gift of time to relax. With nothing to do outside and minimal traveling capabilities, there was plenty of time for reading. Below is my list of the top 20 books I read this year — while not all are …
Hiking Mount Jo is one of the few opportunities to take in views far exceeding the effort required to summit. If you’re looking for an Adirondack hike that is under 2 hours and suitable for beginners, while yielding spectacular views, then this is the hike for you! Mount Jo is a 3 mile round trip hike in the heart of the …
Lake Placid is famously known as the two-time Olympic host city, years 1932 and 1980. However, there is so much more to it. With covid changing and cancelling all our 2020 travel plans, we have had to pivot many times. We did not plan much before getting to Lake Placid, but boy were we blown away! We are firmly in …
When we found ourselves needing to re-think our plan for our week off, I kept coming back to photos of this hike. So, did we plan an entire trip to Lake Placid around hiking Indian Head and glorious summit photos on Pinterest? Yes, yes we did. Before we get into the details, here are some fast facts about the Indian …
In the heart of the Catskills is an incredible 260-foot waterfall that is well worth the short trek to see. While there are many waterfalls to be found in upstate New York, we show you why we consider hiking Kaaterskill Falls as a must do activity! The waterfall can be accessed from both the top (option one below) or the …
Needing a break from the incessant car honks, sirens and chaotic NYC streets? Look no further than exploring Roosevelt Island! Although Roosevelt Island is just a quick subway or tram ride away from Manhattan you’ll feel like you’re in a different city entirely. Roosevelt Island is a narrow island situated between Manhattan (the Upper East Side) and Queens. …