Add hiking at Ausable Chasm in Plattsburgh to your summer bucket list
You've hiked at Watkins Glen, Letchworth Park, and Niagara Falls. This summer, it's time to go hiking at Ausable Chasm near Plattsburgh, NY and enjoy some incredible views over 5 miles of trails.
Incredible food & hospitality await you at the 1897 Beekman House in the Finger Lakes
From the incredible owners to the beautiful decor, the scrumptious breakfasts to the friendliest inn dog, staying at the 1897 Beekman House Bed & Breakfast felt like coming home.
Feeling Lucky? You can roll for a drink at these Syracuse spots
As a foodie who also loves games, I love any chance I get to gamify my food or drink options. Plus, I tend to be rather indecisive, so if I can roll a die and have it make a decision…
Themed dinners and theatre make for the perfect night out in Auburn, New York
This summer Prison City Brewery has teamed up with the Rev Theatre Company in Auburn to create signature prix-fixe menus for each show served in the speakeasy.
Visit the haunted Wildwood Sanitarium in Salamanca, New York
Something about a historic sanitarium automatically gives me the chills. The stories, the atrocities, and the health problems all combine to create a morbid history. Add to that a building that had been abandoned for years where some walls are…
Dine in a historic jail at The Old Jailhouse in Sanford, Florida
When I arrived at Sanford Airport in Florida last week, I did a quick search for local restaurants for lunch. Upon discovering that the historic downtown area of Sanford was filled with breweries, I knew where to go. But the…
The JRECK Subs Menu Offers Fresh Meals Across Upstate New York
Established in Carthage, NY in 1967, JRECK Subs remains a locally-owned business with locations across the state offering fresh meals while giving back to the local communities.
Shop for Handcrafted Goods Along the Amish Trail in Western NY
With the hustle and bustle of modern life, sometimes we want to take a step back and slow down. Drive along the country roads and stop to see what you can find. And experience another culture while you're at it.…
Meet the Spirits of the Brae Loch Inn in Cazenovia — Ghosts & Scotch
Filled with Scottish charm & haunted history, the Brae Loch Inn offers fine dining, warm hospitality, and an impressive collection of scotch.
Downtown Syracuse Dining Weeks offer discounts for restaurants seen on tv
Syracuse, New York has a surprisingly great food scene for a small-sized city. There's your typical Italian, Mexican, and Chinese dishes. But also Ethiopian, Vietnamese, Japanese, Thai, Jamaican, Irish, Greek, and so many more cultures represented in the local restaurants.…
Is the Hinsdale House really haunted?
While on a recent visit in the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County, I had the opportunity to visit their two most famous haunted locations. The Haunted Hinsdale House and the Wildwood Sanitarium both offered me tours of the properties, with…
Things to Do in Mexico, NY That Might Surprise You
Nestled atop the hills of Oswego County, Mexico, NY is filled with fascinating history. Visit a stop on the underground railroad. Do some phenomenal birdwatching. Enjoy a cup of coffee and a good book. Or learn about the history of…
At RocketCup Coffee in Cattaraugus, You Can Roast & Blend Your Own Coffee
In the past couple of months I've built a list of experiences that I never would have thought to put on my list. And it's been amazing! One of the highlights of this new venture was when I got to…
Central New York Authors & Their Books that Belong on Your TBR Shelf
People are putting aside their e-readers and cozying up at their local bookstores more than ever. And with this surge of new local bookshops, more local authors are getting their moment to shine. Here are several Central New York authors…
Chasing the Best Sunset Views in Oswego County, New York
Say what you will about tropical locations, but there's something magical about the sunset views in Oswego County. As the sky turns to shades of red, pink, and orange over Lake Ontario, you're transported to a far-off place. The water…