Four Season Fun

Itching for a weekend getaway or staycation this spring? Book a trip to Albany for must-see museums, craft beverage experiencesContinue reading “CapNY Spring Weekend Itinerary: Albany County”

As a mother of three children, my boys have always been curious individuals. My middle son is autistic and mentallyContinue reading “5 Family Friendly Museums You MUST Visit in CapNY”

I remember being invited to a friend’s bonfire a little over 25 years ago. She had told me it wasContinue reading “Exploring the Arts & Culture of Washington County with Kids!”

Nothing gets me more hype than going out to support a local sports team…sports bring people together and I loveContinue reading “3 Popular Indoor Spectator Sports Experiences in CapNY”

Centuries before automobiles emerged as the singular mode of transport, the Industrial Revolution exploded upward from its epicenter of Manhattan,Continue reading “Charming CapNY Towns on the Outskirts”

When you think of Saratoga Springs, you probably picture horses and the bustling Broadway. You’re not wrong, but there isContinue reading “Saratoga’s Beekman Street Arts District – It’s a Vibe”

Want a picturesque drive to some of the most charming and photo-friendly spots of CapNY? Roll down your windows andContinue reading “The Covered Bridges of Washington County”

Did you know that, before there were city parks in Troy, residents would take strolls and picnic in cemeteries likeContinue reading “Troy’s Oakwood Cemetery: Traveling through Time”

Last summer, like many avid explorers, I reluctantly respected new travel restrictions.  Temporarily bound to New York State, I neededContinue reading “5 Great NY State Parks: Empire Pass”

Just across the Hudson River from bustling Albany, Rensselaer County is a dream for hikers, cyclists, artists, nature-lovers, and locavores.Continue reading “10 Can’t Miss Walking Trails in Rensselaer County”

Whether you’re a bona fide ski bum or just feeling ski-curious, this might be the ideal winter to spend onContinue reading “5 Family-Friendly Skiing and Tubing Centers Across CapNY”

There’s no better view than the one from a saddle. The rhythmic pattern of horse hooves on a sandy pathContinue reading “7 Great Places to Ride Horses in CapNY”

Want some quarantine-friendly ways to enjoy art, stellar local food AND the great outdoors? Lucky for us, CapNY is filledContinue reading “Public Art Outdoors in Winter: Art in CapNY”

Driving south into Saratoga County’s Ballston Spa from the nearby city Saratoga Springs, as you approach the village’s heart youContinue reading “Top 10 Ballston Spa Don’t-Miss Spots: Saratoga County”

Looking for some fun outdoor winter activities for kids in the Catskills? Located in the quaint town of Windham, justContinue reading “A Thrilling Family Day at Windham Mountain Adventure Park”

Lucky for us, CapNY is flush with amazing outdoor spots that offer wide open green space and interesting walking trailsContinue reading “A Breath of Fresh Air: 16 CapNY Walks in the Woods”

Itching to get out of the house, my kids, boyfriend and I piled into the car and ended up onContinue reading “CapNY Road Trip: A Hudson River Drive In Greene County”

Lake George — the “Queen of American Lakes” — is one of the crown jewels of the Capital Region .Continue reading “CapNY Road Trip to Lake George in Spring Time”

This country drive on Route 29 from Saratoga Springs to Schuylerville is a great chance to revel in the farmland,Continue reading “CapNY Road Trip From Saratoga Springs to Schuylerville”

This drive through rural Schenectady county is a great way to explore CapNY’s natural beauty and pick up some craftContinue reading “CapNY Road Trip Through Rural Schenectady County”