The Adirondack Region is a potpourri of rugged, wild adventure in mountain climbing, whitewater rafting, winter activities and rustic camping to quiet respites in a lake shore cabin listening to the loons, fishing, swimming, boating, and easy nature walks. There is also American history and Olympic history. The Adirondack State Park stretches over 6-million acres with 46 peaks more than 4,000-feet high, more than 2,000 lakes and ponds, thousands of miles of rivers and streams, ideal summer temperatures, low in winter, heavy snowfall, and breathtakingly spectacular fall foliage viewing wherever you may find yourself in the region. Quaint villages and towns displaying a wildlife atmosphere and relaxed attitude. Great family fare at water-slide amusement parks, scenic railroad rides and lake cruises, and a lasting, learning experience for youngsters in the great outdoors region.

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The Thousand Island-Seaway Region is a four-season playground, locale of historic lighthouses, historic places and enchanting vacationing in exciting resorts, inns, B&B's and motels. A French explorer exclaimed this to be the land of a thousand islands, hence its name; however there are more than 1900 designated islands ranging from 2-square feet to 20-square miles. The region is the site of some of the fiercest and bloodiest battles during the War of 1812. The land is cleared farmland and wooded areas dropping in altitude 602-feet from the mouth of the St. Lawrence River to Lake Ontario. Boating, sailing, white water rafting, fishing, hiking, cross-country skiing and snow boarding provide outdoor adventure and family fun. There is nighttime entertainment, shopping, antique hunting, and appetizing dining. Come and enjoy, you will be glad you did.

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The Capital-Saratoga Region is rich in history, vibrant in the tri-city area, exciting in the trumpet to post-time at the Saratoga Race Course, relaxing in the health-giving mineral springs, cultural at the summer home of the Philadelphia Orchestra and the New York City Ballet, full-filling in the museums, art galleries, antique shops, shopping malls, major colleges and universities, concerts, outdoor adventures year-round, and the lush forests that burst into fantastic colors in the fall. One can experience fast-paced activity in the tri-city area or relax in the outer areas in architecturally rich villages and easy viewing of historic sites, antiqueing, nature trailing, fishing, swimming and boating. Come and enjoy a full vacation.

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The name Leatherstocking is derived from James Fenimore Cooper's novels that chronicled the region's pioneer days. The region has a noted historical background of heroic battles fought during the Revolutionary War. The Erie Canal that opened up passage West runs right through the heart of the region. There is four-season entertainment as the region is rich in natural beauty with numerous parks, lakes, canals/waterways, lush forests, fertile and bountiful farmland and orchards, all-season outdoor activities, antique shopping at its best, fine dining, excellent museums, art galleries, award-winning brewery, and zoos, For the sports-minded the region has five Halls of Fame: Baseball, Boxing, Distance Runners, Soccer, and Twirling. For gaming enthusiasts there is a first-class gaming casino/resort. Each season holds something for everyone and the fall season is especially dramatic as the foliage colors explode in a brilliant display. Bring your camera!

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The Finger Lakes Region is an all encompassing vacation area for year-round pleasures whether on land or water. Two large cities (Rochester and Syracuse) provide culture, entertainment, and sports venues; the lakes and rivers of the region provide all types of water activities from boating, swimming, fishing, to white-river rafting; ancient glaciers dug deep gorges that spill spectacular waterfalls and scenes; rolling hills and right soil and temperature play host to numerous world-class wineries; top-notch universities offer a full measure of knowledge and education; outdoor enthusiasts have a wide range of hiking and biking trails, rock climbing, hunting, bird watching, and downhill and cross country skiing. There are numerous state parks for day outings and nature trails. Historical event beginnings such as the Women's Suffrage movement and the start of the Mormon religion. Towns and villages maintain their early atmosphere and culture where one can stroll historic districts, shop for antiques and collectibles, enjoy leisure lunch or dinners and stay at fine inns and B&B's. This is a region for the entire family, so come and enjoy.

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The Niagara Falls are the focal point of this region as one of the wonders of the world and a honeymoon mecca for two hundred years. In 1801, when the region was still undeveloped, Theodisia Burr, daughter of Aaron Burr and her husband chose the Falls for their honeymoon. Three years later, Napoleon's younger brother Jerome and his American bride also came here and a tradition was started. However, there is more to this region to see and explore and enjoy. Two large cities, Niagara Falls and Buffalo, to visit museums, galleries, shopping malls, boutique shops, parks, culture, entertainment and fine dining. In the countryside, there is history, interesting towns and villages, antique shopping, hiking and biking trails, swimming, camping, picnicking, and all sorts of outdoor activities throughout the year. So visit Niagara Falls, but also take in the entire region to see geological phenomena.

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This region was the last to be settled in the state. As late as the early 1800's when most of New York was already settled, this area was still a wilderness and inhabited by Indians. Consequently, the Chautauqua-Allegheny Region experienced slow development; however, the region retains and maintains charming villages and towns reflecting their Victorian heritage. Life style is easy and friendly with no fast-paced large cities--just an abundance of outdoor activities. Numerous parks, beaches, fishing, boating, camping, picnicking, hiking and biking trails, four ski areas and miles upon miles of excellent cross-country skiing. Museums, antique shopping and geological exploration. For an easy and interesting vacation, this region is for you.

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The Catskills Region is awash with vacation adventures and entertainment. From vaudeville days when entertainers plied their craft in the numerous resorts either to hone their acts or to "hit it big" by neophytes to present day entertainers, the Catskills was the place to go. For the outdoors vacationers there are hiking and biking trails, rivers for kayaking and whitewater rafting, scenic drives, spectacular waterfalls, lush forests and captivating mountains and valleys, and mountain streams and rivers filled with trout. Camping and picnic areas dot the region. In the winter, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and downhill skiing with combined vertical drops nearing 9,000 feet. In the fall, gorgeous foliage greets one's eye wherever you look, wherever you are. And for the not-so-much-the-outdoors type, there's antique shopping, dining, restful B&B's and inns just to enjoy the location and the Rip Van Winkle atmosphere of the villages and towns.

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The Hudson Valley Region is rich in history, magnificent Hudson River views cutting through the middle of the region and bordered by the scenic Catskill Mountains. Awesome bridges spanning 400 foot cliffs, hiking, biking, fishing and other outdoor activities throughout the year. Museums, art galleries, interesting antique shops, dining, old and new B&Bs and comfortable inns dot the region. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman still permeates the region, particularly in the fog/cloud-shrouded valleys and hollows. And not to forget West Point, home of the U.S. Military Academy, rich in history and glory since its beginnings to the present time. Visit this diverse region, especially in the fall for the brilliant foliage display. Bring your cameras.

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The largest island abutting the continental U.S., Long Island is about 120 miles long by 20 miles at its widest point. Yet, packed into this area is history, seafaring heritage, harbor villages, white sand beaches, mansions from the past, wineries, professional sports, Triple Crown horse racing, and star-filled events. Long Island is a complex area parceled out into five distinct regions, each with its own characteristic face. The North Shore region is colonial, like New England; the South Shore region has sports and entertainment and the famous Jones and Fire Island beaches; the Central Suffolk region is wooded, has the world's largest factory outlet center and a large Water Park; the North Fork region is farmland with its numerous wineries, fruit and vegetable farms and stands; the South Fork is "The Hamptons" with its beaches, homes and postcard villages. There is more to Long Island than can be addressed here. So come on over and visit.

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New York City is a region unto itself and a world unto itself. "The Big Apple", "the city that never sleeps", it's here, all that any visitor could ask for. Museums, about 150 of them, theater, on Broadway and off-Broadway, opera at the Met, classical music at Carnegie Hall, galleries, libraries, Central Park, zoos, Rockefeller Center, the United Nations Building, Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, unlimited shopping, fabulous dining, cacophony of street sounds, taxis, buses, the subway, and people. NYC is made up of 5 boroughs--Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island. Each is different in style and character, yet together they make New York City what it is, a place one has to go there at least once in their lifetime. There is so much to see and do here that this summary can only provide some highlights. So come to New York City, get a guide book and have yourself a wonderfully wondrous time.

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