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 With its pristine water, wooded shoreline and more than 300 islands, this New York destination earns its nickname, the “Queen of American Lakes.”

Head east from the big-city environment of Manhattan to parks, museums and beaches. Enjoy the mix of affluent and laid-back communities on this long island.

Head east from the big-city environment of Manhattan to parks, museums and beaches. Enjoy the mix of affluent and laid-back communities on this long island.

Head east from the big-city environment of Manhattan to parks, museums and beaches. Enjoy the mix of affluent and laid-back communities on this long island.

Enjoy the New York panorama from the site of an iconic photo depicting workers taking a lunch break on a construction beam high in the sky.

This fashionable neighborhood is great for shopping, eating and drinking.

Visit this green oasis in central Manhattan to chill out and escape from the stresses and strains of urban life.

Learn about New York State’s oldest lighthouse in its museum before climbing to the top for panoramic ocean views.

Visit this green oasis in central Manhattan to chill out and escape from the stresses and strains of urban life.

Visit this green oasis in central Manhattan to chill out and escape from the stresses and strains of urban life.

At this interactive and informative zoo, learn about animals from around the globe and the variety of different environments they inhabit.

With its rugged coastline and a peaceful atmosphere, “The End” of Long Island has never felt more removed from city life.

Celebrate your honeymoon, observe one of the world’s natural wonders or pursue history, wine and outdoor sports interests.

With many acres of rolling hills, wooded alcoves and lush gardens, this park is a great place in Brooklyn for a lazy afternoon or an outing with the family.

Head east from the big-city environment of Manhattan to parks, museums and beaches. Enjoy the mix of affluent and laid-back communities on this long island.

Visit this green oasis in central Manhattan to chill out and escape from the stresses and strains of urban life.

Once the largest amusement area in the U.S., you’ll still find plenty of entertainment for the young and young at heart here. 

Head east from the big-city environment of Manhattan to parks, museums and beaches. Enjoy the mix of affluent and laid-back communities on this long island.

Visit this green oasis in central Manhattan to chill out and escape from the stresses and strains of urban life.

Between boating on Hoyt Lake, seeing an open-air play and exploring Rumsey Forest, it is easy to forget that this park is located in the heart of downtown Buffalo.

The neighborhood that once had the highest concentration of Italian immigrants in New York is still the home of some of the best and oldest Italian recipes in town.

Strategically located on Lake Champlain, this star-shaped fort has weathered two wars, five battles and helped shape the history of early America. 

Walk through the ruins of two forts then discover how these military strongholds helped to steer the course of early American history.

Head east from the big-city environment of Manhattan to parks, museums and beaches. Enjoy the mix of affluent and laid-back communities on this long island.