Top 5 Places to Enjoy a Hudson Valley Staycation
With gas prices through the roof, many residents are rethinking travel this Memorial Day. The good news is that you don’t have to leave the Hudson Valley to feel like you're on vacation.
Here are five of the best staycation destinations across Dutchess, Orange and Ulster counties.
Mohonk Mountain House and Preserve, New Paltz
Just a short trip into Ulster County will make you feel like you've stepped into a different world.
Mohonk Mountain House is one of the most beautiful hotels in America.
Even if you’re not staying overnight at the resort, the surrounding Mohonk Preserve offers miles of trails, waterfalls and scenic overlooks. The carriage roads and rock scrambles give you options, whether you want a relaxing walk or something more adventurous.
Storm King Art Center, New Windsor
You’ve probably driven past the famous "art park" a hundred times, but if you’ve never actually visited Storm King Art Center, it is definitely worth a trip
Storm King blends massive outdoor sculptures with rolling hills and open sky. It’s one of those places where you can spend hours wandering and still not see everything. Bring a bike or just take your time walking through the grounds.
Beacon’s Main Street and Dia Beacon
Cityfolk have turned Beacon into a top weekend getaway destination. The good news is that we're already here.
A short drive to Beacon will make you feel like you're on vacation in a trendy town, because you are. Start with Dia Beacon if you’re into modern art, then head down Main Street for coffee, shopping and some of the best food spots in the region. If you’re up for it, hike Mount Beacon for a view that reminds you why out-of-towners continue to fall in love with this area.
LEGOLAND New York, Goshen
If you’ve got kids, or honestly even if you don’t, this one is a surefire hit.
LEGOLAND in Goshen has rides, shows and those detailed LEGO builds that will make you wonder how long it took to build. It’s a world-class attraction with great food and atmosphere and it's right in Orange County. If you really want to make a weekend out of it, book a room in the whimsical LEGOLAND Hotel.
Kingston Waterfront and Rondout District
If you want something a little slower, Kingston’s Rondout area is hard to beat.
You’ve got restaurants right on the water, boat traffic to watch, and plenty of spots to just sit and relax. Add in some local shops and maybe a short cruise on the river, and you'll feel like you're on a mini coastal getaway without ever leaving Ulster County.
There's a reason why Hollywood's rich and famous flock to Kingston to get away from it all.
Staycation in the Hudson Valley
One of the best parts about living in the Hudson Valley is that we're already at the place where so many others plan to travel to for their vacations. While it's easy to take much of what the region has to offer for granted, taking a moment to appreciate the Hudson Valley could make you feel like you're always on vacation.