10 Great Things to Do in New York in February
February might be one of the coldest months of the year, but it’s a great time to travel throughout New York. In addition to fewer crowds at many of the …
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Overlooking Buffalo from the Buffalo City Hall Observation Deck
One of my favorite things to do when visiting a city is to get above it all at an observation deck. So, when I visited Buffalo for the first time, …
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How to Get to Split Rock Falls in the Adirondacks
There are many incredible waterfalls in the Adirondacks, but few are as beautiful as Split Rock Falls in Essex County. Split Rock Falls is located near New Russia, New York, …
Visiting the Seneca Park Zoo in Rochester, NY
Located north of downtown Rochester, the Seneca Park Zoo is a great spot for animal lovers visiting the northern Finger Lakes. The zoo is located inside Seneca Park, a park …
How to Get to Barcelona Falls in Chautauqua County, New York
During my travels, I’ve visited many beautiful and unique waterfalls in New York. However, Barcelona Falls is easily one of the most interesting waterfalls I’ve come across during my explorations …
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Learning About the Battle of Plattsburgh at the War of 1812 Museum
In September 1814, one of the most important battles of the War of 1812 was fought on Lake Champlain near Plattsburgh, New York. The British were attempting to capture the …
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10 Great Things to Do in New York in January
While the holiday season might be in the past and winter is in full swing, there are still a lot of great things to do in New York in January. …
Fifth Hammer Brewing in Queens: One of My Favorite NY Breweries
I’ve visited many breweries in New York, and I can say without a doubt that Fifth Hammer Brewing Company in Queens is one of my favorites. Fifth Hammer Brewing is …
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Uncovering Mark Twain’s Life and Death in Elmira, New York
Mark Twain is one of the most well-known authors in American history. However, many don’t realize that he spent a fair bit of time in the Finger Lakes and is …
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Uncovering Fossils and Gemstones at the Hicksville Gregory Museum
Located along the Long Island Railroad, Hicksville, New York is a sleepy suburb of New York City that’s probably best known as the childhood hometown of Billy Joel. However, for …
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