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Let me show you some of the best hikes near Woodstock NY which in my opinion is one of the most awesome towns to check out in the upstate area. On top of that, you’ll find trails all over the area with others leading deeper into the Catskills. Best hikes near Woodstock NY: Overlook Mountain … Read more

Today I want to give you a virtual tour of Harriman State Park, an underrated gem of a place I often visit outside NYC and each time I do, there’s always more to things to try out. Unlike most other parks in the area (like Bear Mountain and Hudson Highlands) which are often overcrowded, this … Read more

Imagine yourself on a boat, swaying gently with the river’s current, when suddenly, a striking silhouette emerges from the lush greenery along the Hudson River. That’s the first glimpse many get of Bannerman Castle, a place I want to showase for you today and show you how to explore it. Info: Overview: Bannerman Castle is … Read more

Breakneck Ridge is by far the most popular hike in the Hudson Highlands area and one of the most popular and talked about trails among NYC residents. For me, I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve hiked it and that gives me an expert’s perspective to show you everything you need to know before … Read more

I have come to love places that combine museums, nature, sculptures and more and have actively sought to find such spots and today I’m happy to add another one to the list and that’s Morris Arboretum And Gardens, a serene paradise nestled in Philadelphia’s Chestnut Hill neighborhood. It was originally as a summer home in … Read more

Until I visited Ken Lockwood Gorge, I thought that I had exhausted all the “good spots” in NJ and there was nothing left to see. Fortunately I was wrong and in this post I want to talk about this amazing gem and what you can do there as well as some awesome photos to prove … Read more

There’s more than a couple of dangerous animals in Upstate NY to watch out for and in this post I want to talk about all of them, how to avoid run ins with them and general safety tips. I’ve come across all of these animals during my travels in the area and it’s amazing how … Read more

In today’s post I want to share with you an amazing gem called Peekamoose Blue Hole, a “potentially” amazing spot worth visiting for a day trip in the Catskill Mountains. I say potentially because depending on when you come here, it can either be one of the most amazing experiences you’ll ever have, or potentially … Read more

Visiting Grounds For Sculpture is like taking a day trip to a place where art, lush landscapes and exotic animals merge together, creating a symphony of visual wonder. It’s a place I never thought would impress me in any way but after visiting this place, I can’t recommend it enough so let me cover why … Read more

If you’re yearning for a breathtaking natural escape, look no further than Bushkill Falls which besides being referred to as the “Niagara Falls of PA” is also not very far from NYC too. It’s an amazing place/hike worth exploring for a day trip and in this post I’ll show you exactly what to expect. Info: … Read more