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Getaway to the Great Northern Catskills of New York this winter and save with buy-one, get-one lift tickets to ski resorts, passes to family friendly attractions and more.
Just two hours north of metro New York, ski the Great Northern Catskills and save all winter long with special deals and packages. Sign up for the FREE Greene Card and receive an additional free ticket to Catskills’ family friendly attractions, including Hunter and Windham Mountains.

Catskill Mountain ski resorts offer incredible terrain, off-hill activities including ice-skating, snow tubing, ziplines, dining and lodging. Windham Mountain offers a premier alpine lifestyle. New this year, the side-by-side Racing Zipline is a must for the adventurer in your family. Don’t miss the Euro Bungee, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing at Windham Mountain’s Adventure Park.

Nearby, Hunter Mountain offers some of the finest skiing and riding terrain, as well as the highest and longest zipline in the northeast. Take the six-passenger Kaatskill Flyer lift and ski all day, then enjoy Hunter’s welcoming mountain community, teeming with seasonal activities, restaurants and shopping.

Visit the Great Northern Catskills of Greene County and Awaken to Adventure!
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Winter Event Getaways
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Dear EscapeMakers — SAVE15%on Amtrak travel within New York State
and Montreal! Check out these Winter Getaway Ideas!
Jan.21

3rd Annual Winter Fest Warm up with a cup of hot chili, or hot cocoa and watch a spectacular ice carving or wood carving competition and snowmobile drag races. Plus, there will be ice skating, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and snowman and igloo building. Amtrak Stop: Hudson + taxi/rental car (1 hr). More!
Jan. 28-29
The Enchanted Others In one extraordinary new work, lovers of Baroque opera have it all: the world’s best singers, glorious music of the Baroque masters, and a story drawn from Shakespeare. Showcasing arias and ensembles by Handel, Vivaldi and others! Amtrak Stop: Hudson + walk (5 mins). More!
Feb.14

Night of Cupid’s Wedding Travel
to Dutchess County and experience a fun murder mystery dinner in a Hudson Valley country restaurant set in a former church. Make a romantic getaway out of it! Amtrak Stop: Poughkeepsie + car rental/taxi (25 mins). More
Feb.17-19

Flurry Festival Get your dancing shoes on and learn to contra, swing and other traditional dances at this 3-day festival, now it its 25th year. Learn new skills and make new friends all while experiencing Saratoga Springs and its downtown restaurants, shops and nightlife. Amtrak Stop: Saratoga Springs + taxi (5 minutes). More!
thru Mar. 21

Weekend Ski & Stay Package From $536/couple. This package at Hotel Vienna includes 2-nights with king bed and Jacuzzi bath, continental breakfast, afternoon tea & cookies and two lift passes to Windham or Hunter Mountain. Amtrak Stop: Hudson + car rental (1 hour). More!

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Dear EscapeMakers,

Experience exciting, carefree winter travel and escape across the border on a magical train ride!

Through the end of April 2012, Amtrak® is offering
a special $89 round trip weekend fare (Thursday to Monday) between New York, Albany and Montreal.

Your escape will be just as exciting at your destination as you travel on the Adirondack® — picked as one of the ten most scenic train rides in the world by National Geographic Traveler Magazine.

Whether you go for big city pursuits or outdoor activities, the Adirondack® will get you there rested, relaxed and
ready to enjoy your day!

$89.00 Round Trip
TICKETS ON SALE JANUARY 2nd!
Use code #x143

For hotel and tour packages in Montreal call
1-800-USA-RAIL or visit amtrakvacations.com
and plan your escape!

On sale Jan 2. – April 23, 2011. Valid Thurs. – Mon. for travel Jan. 5 – Apr. 26, 2011.
Up to two children ages 2-15 may ride with each adult at a discounted fare of $44.50. Reservations 7 days in advance. Visit Amtrak.com or call 1-800-USA-RAIL and ask for
discount code X143. Service on the Adirondack® is financed primarily through funds made available by the New York State Department of Transportation.
 

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Dear EscapeMakers — There’s plenty of family fun to be found in the Finger Lakes of New York State during the winter! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Sure, you can snowmobile, ice fish, toboggan, cross-country ski, snowshoe, and ice skate, but you can also experience world-class wine and art without the lines and craziness of summer.
 
Keep everybody happy and entertained with a trip to Dr. Frank Vinifera Wine Cellars. Taste award-winning wine in a beautiful setting overlooking Keuka Lake, then visit the gift shop to take advantage of their holiday special!
 
This three-pack features wine for all the holidays. Included is the Dr. Frank 2009 Rkatsiteli, Salmon Run 2008 Meritage and Chateau Frank 2006 Blanc de Blancs. This $49.99 special is sure to delight any family member on your holiday shopping list. Plan ahead and make your New Year’s Eve purchase! Get a festively-wrapped bottle of Chateau Frank 2005 Brut and Chateau Frank Célèbre.  

After spending the afternoon at Dr. Frank, head to Corning and take advantage of the Winter Wine Weekends package at the Radisson Hotel Corning. Relax, rewind, and rejuvenate with your family either before the holidays arrive or after they’re over. Take time to de-stress with an extra day spent exploring wineries, museums, glass studios and shops. When you stay at the Radisson Hotel Corning for three nights, you pay for the first two, and receive the third for free! You could even make the Winter Wine Weekends reservation and gift it to a family member!

Yes, Corning & the Finger Lakes is full of family fun, no matter what month the calendar is reading. Whether you’re diving into Keuka Lake to cool off, or you’re sipping Finger Lakes wine by a cozy fire and chatting with loved ones, you’ll be amazed by Corning & the Finger Lake’s extraordinary power to bring people together. Book your getaway with family today! 

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GREAT DEAL ALERT!
Holiday Event Getaway
Ideas by Amtrak!

Dear EscapeMakers — SAVE 15% on Amtrak travel within
New York State and Montreal! Check out these
December Holiday Event Getaway Ideas!
Dec.
10th

Christmas on the Farm
Come to Maple Shade Farm and visit with Santa, enjoy sleigh/wagon rides, live seasonal music, kids activities and live animals. The Gift Shop will be open with crafts, local products, ornaments, baked goods, Christmas trees, wreaths and many wonderful items. Refreshments available. Santa visits from 1pm to 3pm. DRESS WARM. Amtrak Stop: Hudson + car rental (1 hour). More here!
Dec.
11th


Chatham Winter Fest
Experience an old-fashioned festival offering a plethora of fun activities as well as an opportunity
to do some holiday shopping in a delightful setting! Amtrak Stop: Hudson + taxi or rental car (25 minutes). More here!

Dec.
11th
Candlelight Tour of Clermont
Celebrate the holidays at Clermont! A candlelight tour will be given of the grounds and the estate
with a crackling fire to be lit during the entire
event so on goers can keep warm! Amtrak Stop: Rhinecliff or Hudson + taxi or rental car (20 minutes). More here!
Dec.
17th
Skiing Santa Day
Windham Mountain invites all skiing and riding Santas to spend a day on the mountain. A free ski pass and 2 additional midweek, non-holiday vouchers will be given to anyone dressed in head-to-toe Santa costumes for the day.Amtrak Stop: Hudson + car rental (1 hour). More here!
Dec.
23rd
The Polar Express
The Polar Express™ is a magical one-hour train ride for children and parents that follows the famous story. Come embark on the adventure as characters of the story come to life with the conductor punching away at the kid’s golden tickets, and a special visit from Santa at the “North Pole."Amtrak Stop: Saratoga Springs. Event is at the station! More here!

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CUT-YOUR-OWN CHRISTMAS TREE IN ULSTER COUNTY  

Dear EscapeMakers — The custom of setting up and decorating an evergreen tree for the holidays is an ancient one. For many, part of the joy of the season comes from finding the perfect tree. This year, instead of rushing down to the nearest parking lot stand, grocery or big box store to search through one of a hundred identical others, why not trysomething new?

In Ulster County, New York, the tradition of finding that one special tree remains as alive and well as the trees themselves. In the small towns and villages of Ulster County, there are 16 family owned and operated tree farms where you can select your tree and cut it down yourself!

For those who are new to the tradition, many of the U-cut Christmas Tree Farms make it easy by offering assistance with cutting, bailing and loading while others stick with the more old school approach by asking visitors to bring their own saws, burlap and twine. Tree varieties and other items sold, such as wreaths, roping, and holiday crafts, vary by farm. Some even offer hayrides, cross-country ski trails, hot chocolate, candy canes and other family fun!

After a day spent in the fresh, bracing, winter air, aspiring lumber jacks may be in search of a warm bed. Options abound including cozy bed and breakfasts, quaint inns and lodges and a host of full service, nationally recognized hotels. Before rushing home the next day, be sure to shop for fine art and antiques along the waterfront in historic downtown Kingston; visit the eclectic locally owned shops in Woodstock and New Paltz; or enjoy an idyllic New England holiday experience in picturesque High Falls.

For a complete listing of U-Cut Christmas Tree Farms, including hours of operation, types of trees and other items available CLICK HERE. 

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Dear EscapeMakers –If your holiday spirit is jaded by crowded stores and too much tinsel, step back into the Christmas you remember in Cape May. This seaside village, with its delightful Victorian architecture, is aglow with thousands of lights, fragrant boughs of evergreen and old-fashioned holiday warmth and cheer. Don’t miss the jewel in the crown of the holiday season, Christmas Candlelight House Tours, Dec. 3, 10 & 17, that take you inside more than a dozen charming homes, hotels and B&B inns. Along the way, meet strolling carolers or enjoy a cup of hot chocolate as you make new friends. This is what Christmas is all about!

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Day Trips from NYC!
Sharon Springs Victorian Christmas Tour – December 3rd

Dear EscapeMakers,

Looking for a unique day trip out of the city via bus? Sharon Springs is a quaint village and former resort town in upstate New York and the setting for the Planet Green hit the
Fabulous Beekman Boys.

Join our friends of VentureOutNYC on December 3rd, for the 2nd Annual Victorian Christmas, which will transport you to the pageantry and romanticism of a bygone era!

Their expert guide, Sean Brennan will be with you on the trip to answer all of your questions, talk about all things Beekman, lead discussions on organic and sustainable living, and Victorian Christmas traditions. A homemade organic breakfast, including apple cake from the Beekman Cookbook, will be served in the morning on the journey north!

Pick Up: Upper West Side Pick up in front of
Chase Bank at the corner of 70th and Amsterdam
in a super comfy and spacious Mini Bus (right).
They depart at 8:00 am and return at 9:00 pm on
Saturday, December 3rd. (Check in is at 7:45 am).

$125 per person Register for Victorian Christmas Sharon Springs on Eventbrite
 

Activities Include:

• Dance performance with the Studio North Dancers on the Roseborro Porch.

• A Victorian Ballroom Dance Participation and Demonstration will happen at Studio North Dance – all are encouraged to join in!

• Mistletoe Mustache will be performed at the Roseborro Hotel located in front of the Farmer’s Holiday Market.

• Garth Roberts and Austin Jetton at Kinkhart Hall for Christmas Caroling.

• Best Victorian Costume and scavenger hunt prizes will be awarded at 204 Main Street Bar & Bistro. You can come with or without costumes.

• Town Christmas tree lighting and caroling. Complimentary hot chocolate will be served by the SS Rotary Club.

Book Now!Register for Victorian Christmas Sharon Springs on Eventbrite
 
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GREAT GETAWAY ALERT!
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Just 2 hours from NYC!

Dear EscapeMakers,

This holiday season Columbia County, NY rolls out the festive red carpet to regional residents and visitors. The county shimmers and shines with special holiday plays and concerts from performing artists, and candlelight tours in seasonally decorated historic houses make the season bright!

Discover Christmas’s long ago with programs at the Olana, Clermont, and Martin Van Buren Historic Sites. Local winter festivals provide enough food, fun and family entertainment to put everyone in a jolly mood. Stroll Winter Walk in Hudson, December 3rd, Candlelight Night in Kinderhook, December 9th, Winter Walk
in Valatie December 10th and WinterFest
in Chatham, December 11th. Hundreds of retail and specialty shops in village business districts offer unique selections for gift giving.

Restaurants and cafes serve up seasonal favorites and holiday wine tastings and tours along the Hudson Berkshire Beverage Trail delight the senses. Take a break from the "mall culture" and celebrate the holidays the Columbia County way.

Visit: ColumbiaCountyTourism.org for
a complete listing of holiday happenings!

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Give a Finger Lakes Gift this year!

Dear EscapeMakers — We all know the holiday season is "the most wonderful time of the year." However, it can also be a rather stressful time for some. It can be a painstaking task to come up with fresh ideas for gifts. But never fear! When you’re in the Finger Lakes, you don’t have to come up with a mundane gift to give, simply for the sake of giving it. Here, you can find unique treasures that anyone on your shopping list is sure to cherish.

Why not start at the Holiday Family Festival: A Tradition of Arts & Crafts on November 19? This annual event held from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Corning-Painted Post East High School has a little bit of everything. "We are excited to have products including jewelry, photography, hunting accessories, bath & body products, alpaca fiber products, holiday inspired wreaths, garlands and decor, gift-style food items such as German roasted nuts and gourmet chocolates," said Molly Mulligan, manager of events for the Corning Area Chamber of Commerce. "Basically, something for everyone on your list – and a little something for you too!"

Want to have a fantastic winemaker’s dinner after a long, hard day of shopping? "A Taste of France in the Finger Lakes" will not only feed you five courses, but give you great gift ideas as you taste different Ravines Wine Cellars wines. Held at Suzanne Fine Regional Cuisine in Lodi, hors d’oeurves will begin at 6 p.m., followed by dinner. Owners and winemakers of Ravines will be on hand to guide you through the evening. For details, call 607-582-7545.

If you still need more for that wine enthusiast in the family, how about a gift-wrapped bottle of Dr. Frank 2009 Rkatsiteli, Salmon Run 2008 Meritage, and Chateau Frank 2006 Blanc de Blancs for only $49.99? If you’re looking for a Thanksgiving special, Dr. Konstantin Frank Vinifera Wine Cellars is offering a gift-wrapped bottle of Dr. Frank 2012 Gewurztraminer and Dr. Frank 2008 Pinot Noir for $29.99.

Spend your holiday shopping weekend at the Radisson Hotel Corning. Whether you’re going to the Holiday Family Festival, or enjoying a Crystal City Christmas weekend (November 25-27 or December 2-4), you’ll be able to walk to all the great activities in Corning’s Gaffer District.

Whatever you do, coming to Corning & the Finger Lakes is a sure way to get your holiday shopping season started right. With fun festivals and unique treasures, this year’s shopping experience will be better than ever!

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