Food and drink in Williamsburg
When you have only a few days in New York City, the foodie options can be fairly overwhelming and it’s easy to fall into the tourist traps. So, equipped with some TimeOut reviews and local…
New York – The Solitude of Burden Pond Environmental Park, Troy
Burden Pond Environmental Park, Troy, New York, is a piece of solitude, tucked away amongst the houses, laundry and gas station. You would miss it if you didn’t know it was there. It’s my destination…
Olana NY State Historic Site – A Place for Imagination
As I stand overlooking the view of the Hudson Valley, I hear the tinkle of a girl’s laughter. I turn in time to see her riding her trusty horse’s back (dad’s shoulders) up to the…
The Spirits of New York
One of the joys of fall in upstate New York is apple picking time. New York is a huge exporter of apples, with a multitude of orchards that offer “pick your own” apples. We’re fortunate…