It has been an absolutely stunning fall in the Finger Lakes region, with tons of color, beautiful blue skies, and warm weather. So we thought we’d take advantage of these fleeting gorgeous days by sampling some Seneca Lake wines and beers and soaking in the views of fall foliage against the lake. Although there are dozens, … More Wine, beer, and gorgeous fall colors on Seneca Lake
As a life-long animal lover and sucker for cute cows, I’d been wanting to visit Farm Sanctuary outside Watkins Glen for years now. This bucolic 275-acre farm set among the rolling green hills of the Finger Lakes is a home and a sanctuary for rescued farm animals. In addition to sanctuary, the farm serves as … More Farm Sanctuary
Opening this weekend (May 6th) for the season! Most folks know about the many options for beer and wine flights around the Finger Lakes, but did you know there’s a place that offers flights of ice cream? Really! Just up the hill from Seneca Lake and not all that far from Keuka Lake, Spotted Duck … More Spotted Duck Creamery
The history of Big aLICe Brewing dates back to 2013 when they opened their first location in Queens. From the beginning, Big aLICe has focused on creative small-batch brewing. This focus hasn’t changed as their capacity and footprint have grown from a small Queens location, to a Brooklyn barrel room, and now to the Finger … More Big aLICe Brewing
[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0ulIAxNi4g%5B/embedyt%5D One of our favorite things to do in winter is check out the area’s frozen waterfalls. As those familiar with the area know, we’re not short on waterfalls. And while most visitors come to see them in the summer, there’s something pretty spectacular about a frozen waterfall against a snowy backdrop. So today … More Best Waterfalls to Visit in Winter in the Finger Lakes
Wine and cheese go together like peanut butter and jelly, peas and carrots, and, well, wine and cheese. So what better addition to a day of wine touring than a stop along the way for a cheese tasting? Dairy farms and cheese production have as long a history in the Finger Lakes as wine, so … More Muranda Cheese Company
Along the northern shore of Seneca Lake and just a short hop from downtown Geneva sits the sprawling and scenic Seneca Lake State Park. This park is a must visit for families and those looking for a little outdoor fun while on the northern end of the Finger Lakes. [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xX2SCqA3aks%5B/embedyt%5D The park is open … More Seneca Lake State Park
Where do you go for a short summer vacation perfectly suited for a wide range of ages and interests to squeeze in some precious family time? Take them to the Lake, of course! I love pointing folks to the best our Finger Lakes have to offer, so when a friend asked for a four-day itinerary … More Seneca Lake Family-Friendly Getaway
Hops farms are making a comeback in upstate New York after a hundred year dry spell and Climbing Bines is a shining example of this newly booming industry. Tall bine fields line the hillsides of this Seneca Lake farm and brewery that provides hops for the local Finger Lakes region and beyond. Thanks in part to the … More Climbing Bines Brewery
Among visitors to the Finger Lakes region, the most popular and most hyped trail is likely the Watkins Glen Gorge Trail, and for good reason. It’s simply stunning. Walking through the shaded glen of cascading waterfalls over gorgeous stone walkways and bridges is like walking through a fairy tale. Length: 1.5 miles one way Difficulty: … More Watkins Glen Gorge Trail
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