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Posts from May 2023

Montauk Point Lighthouse - Photo by Lenny Catalanotto, Photo Courtesy of Discover Long Island
Credit: Photo by Lenny Catalanotto, Photo Courtesy of Discover Long Island

Lighthouses are more than just beacons of light to warn sailors of shallow waters and rocky shorelines. They are landmarks with storied pasts, towers from which you can take in stunning scenery, and some are even places you can spend the night! New York State happens to have a unique collection of historic lighthouses. You’ll find lighthouses along the ocean, lakes, in the middle of rivers, and in state parks—and many have become tourist destinations. Here are 15 beacons across the state to light up your travels!

Waterfalls cascade down jagged rocks at watkins glen state park

The Finger Lakes is a must-visit destination for nature lovers, wine enthusiasts, and adventure seekers. In 2022, Travel + Leisure named the region “one of the best places to travel”, and it’s easy to

A close up of musubi with a gathering crowd in the background at the Queens Night Market

From a historic inn brimming with Filipino hospitality to a museum focused on the Chinese American story, New York State is ripe with opportunities to immerse yourself in history and culture during Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Cream cheese and lox on a bagel
Credit: @cbudzruns on Instagram

New Yorkers know good food. And they’re not afraid to let you know it. From iconic dishes branded as the best of New York across the world to lesser-known inventions