Traveling in to New York doesn't necessarily mean you are heading to New York City. There are many fabulous places scattered throughout the state of New York that are just waiting to be discovered and plenty of great hotels to stay in. You can head for the Catskills or travel to the Finger Lakes or go upstate and enjoy a ski vacation. Of course, one favorite destination is Niagara Falls where you will witness the most spectacular falls in the world. If you're traveling to the Adirondack Mountains of Upstate New York to the Olympic village of Lake Placid, consider staying at the beautiful Mirror Lake Inn. This treasure is quaint and traditional and offers all the amenities you would find in a huge hotel. The atmosphere is cozy with marble and stone fireplaces, antiques and polished wooden floors. The rooms are cozy to luxurious, and there is a wonderful health spa and exercise room located on the premises For the more budget minded families who are traveling to Niagara Falls, The Quality Inn located about a block from the Falls offers all the amenities of a luxurious hotel including an indoor pool, whirlpool, cocktail lounge, safe deposit boxes, free coffee, gift shop and free parking. The rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with an alarm clock radio, cable TV, coffeemaker, data ports, iron, and telephones. It's the perfect place for families because there is a family room and pets are allowed (with restrictions). The Catskill Mountains offers affordable family fun at the Pollace's Resort. This resort offers true family vacations at fabulous, affordable rates. It is a traditional Italian resort with a restaurant that serves delicious Italian meals. Located in Greene Country's Northern Catskill Mountains, the resort is open from mid June to Labor Day and Columbus Day Weekend. Included in your stay are tons of activities and entertainment, as well as three meals a day. There are weekend, mid-week and weekly vacation packages available that include admission to local festivals and trolley rides in the village of Catskill. New York City Hotels If you?re traveling to New York City for business or pleasure, you'll need a place to stay. Aside from the traditional well-known hotels, there are hostels, cheap city hotels, as well as luxurious and boutique-style hotels to fit every budget. The 70 Park Avenue Hotel is truly an urban delight. It is a New York City boutique hotel that is beautifully decorated and offers unique amenities including 42" flat screen televisions with surround sound, DVD/CD players in all guestrooms and complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access. Services include the Mind, Body & Spa program, as well as a wine reception that is held nightly. It is located near Grand Central Station, Fifth Avenue shopping and the United Nations. The Amsterdam Court Hotel is located on 226 W 50th Street in the heart of the City. It is a great place for theater lovers as it is located in the midtown Manhattan's theater district. Amenities include a private lounge and an espresso and tea bar. There is a front desk safe and concierge, complimentary wireless Internet, two telephone lines, CD players and video games. The rooms face the streets of Manhattan and are warm and cozy. An affordable Manhattan stay is the Comfort Inn Midtown. It is the only smoke-free hotel in Manhattan and is located on 46th street and Seventh Avenue. Its services include free Internet, complimentary continental breakfast, daily newspapers, reduced parking rates and a safe located at the front desk. All rooms are equipped with irons, coffee and coffee makers, hairdryers, Movies on Demand and video games. There are a few larger rooms offered for family stays. This hotel has some great specials during holidays including a four of July stay for two that includes breakfast and a cruise on the harbor to view the spectacular fireworks. |
