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New York State Team IPW 2018 Denver - Booth # 1230

Booth # 1230 - IPW 2018 Denver

Meet the Suppliers

Jennifer Ackerson, CTIS, President ALON Marketing Group (IPW 2018 Booth Key Contact) Farmingdale, NY 11735 Tel: (631)-756-1102/Fax: E-mail: jackerson@alonmarketing.com Website: www.alonmarketing.com

Meghan Lawton, Vice President Marketing Campground Owners of New York One Grove Street, Ste. 200 Pittsford, NY 14534 Tel: (585)-586-4360/Fax: (585)-586-4368 E-mail: meghan@nycampgrounds.com Website: www.nycampgrounds.com

Kelly Blazosky, Marketing Representative Central New York P.O. Box 551, NYS Thruway Exit 31 Utica, NY 13503 Tel: (315)-624-7144/Fax: (315)-724-7335 E-mail: kelly@oneidacountytourism.com Website: www.visitcentralnewyork.com

Kevin Costello, President & CEO Corning & The Southern Finger Lakes 1 West Market Street, Ste. 201 Corning, NY 14830 Tel: (607)-358-7353/Fax: (607)-358-7354 E-mail: kcostello@corningfingerlakes.com Website: www.CorningFingerLakes.com

Charlie Daley, CTIS, CTP Destinations of New York State P.O. Box 10 Saugerties, NY 12477 Tel: (845)-246-8733/Fax: (845)-246-1913 E-mail: charlie@donys.com Website: www.destinationsny.com

Heather McElhiney, CTIS, Director, Tourism Discover Saratoga 297 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Tel: (518)-587-3241, ext. 10/Fax: (518)-580-0980 E-mail: heather@discoversaratoga.org Website: www.discoversaratoga.org

Lauren Wire, Senior Account Executive ILNY Media Marketplace Representative Finn Partners 301 East 57th St. New York, NY 10022 Tel: (646)-307-6324/Fax: (212)-754-6711 E-mail: lauren.wire@FinnPartners.com Website: www.finnpartners.com

Dawn Hopper, Director of Tour & Travel Hudson Valley, Dutchess Tourism 3 Neptune Rd, Suite A11A Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Tel: (845)-463-5444/Fax: (845)-240-1633 E-mail: dawn@dutchesstourism.com Website: www.dutchesstourism.com

Tanya Brand, Group Tour Promoter Lake George Area in NY's Adirondacks 1340 State Route 9 Lake George, NY 12845 Tel: (518)-761-6575/Fax: (518)-761-6368 E-mail: brandt@warrencountyny.gov Website: www.visitlakegeorge.com

Ross D. Levi, Vice President & Executive Director New York State Division of Tourism Albany, NY 12245 633 Third Ave., 36th Floor New York, NY 10017 Tel: (518)-292-5259 / (212)-803-3267 E-mail: ross.levi@esd.ny.gov Website: www.iloveny.com

IPW 2018 Team - New York State Division of Tourism - Booth #1230

Martin Court, Account Director for UK & Ireland New York State Division of Tourism 20 St. Thomas Street London, UK SE1 9BF, Tel: +44 (0) 20 3697 4249 Fax: +44 (0) 20 3697 4301 E-mail: martin.court@nystourism.com Website: www.iloveny.com

Markly Wilson, Director, International Marketing New York State Division of Tourism 633 3rd Avenue, 36th Floor New York, NY 10017 Tel: (212)-803-2218/Fax: (212)-803-2279 E-mail: markly.wilson@esd.ny.gov Website: www.iloveny.com

Top Dong, Account Manager New York State Division of Tourism/China Office Room 2412, South Tower, World Trade Center No. 371 Huanshidong Rd., Guangzhou, 510000 China Tel: +86 20 8700 4806/E-mail: pr@iloveny.com.cn Website: www.iloveny.com

Wolfgang Wekwert, Manager New York State Division of Tourism - Germany Seeleitn 65, D-82541 Muensing Germany, Tel: +49 (8177) 9989503 E-mail: wolfgang.wekwert@circlesolution.com Website: www.iloveny.com

Ben Urquhart, Australia Representative New York State Division of Tourism Australia Office 10 Boronia Street Redfern, Sydney, Australia NSW 2016 Tel: +612 8077 3532 E-mail: ben.urquhart@gtitourism.com.au Website: www.iloveny.com

Roberta Byron-Lockwood, President & CEO Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association 100 Sullivan Avenue, Ste. 2, Box 248 Ferndale, NY 12734 Tel: (845)-747-4449/Fax: (845)-747-4468 E-mail: rbl@scva.net Website: www.sullivancatskills.com

Leah Mueller, CTIS, Director Tourism Sales Visit Buffalo Niagara 403 Main Street, Ste. 630 Buffalo, NY 14203 Tel: (716)-218-2936/Fax: (716)-852-0131 E-mail: mueller@visitbuffaloniagara.com Website: www.visitbuffaloniagara.com

Diana Rapp Keating, Manager, Market Programs Visit Rochester 45 East Avenue, Ste. 400 Rochester, NY 14604-2294 Tel: (585)-279-8314/Fax: (585)-232-4822 E-mail: DianaR@visitrochester.com Website: www.visitrochester.com

Nicole Mahoney, Marketing Representative Visit Syracuse 115 W. Fayette Street Syracuse, NY 13202 Tel: (315)-470-1911/Fax: (315)-471-8545 E-mail: nicole@breaktheicemedia.com Website: www.VisitSyracuse.com

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GREATER NIAGARA

NEW YORK CITY

Enjoy a New York State vacation you’ll love — and that you can only find here.

From thundering Niagara Falls to Finger Lake wine trails, performing arts in Chautauqua, Thousand Islands cruising, high peaks in The Adirondacks, beaches on Long Island, the excitement of New York City and everywhere in between.

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Spectacular vistas and natural scenery await, whether in the nation’s largest state park or on the shores of two Great Lakes and the vast Atlantic Ocean.

New York’s Path Through History takes explorers to living history museums, sites, homes and forts where costumed reenactments are a regular occurrence. Cultural treasures in art, music, theater and architecture are the envy of the world.

The Taste NY farm-to-table culinary revolution goes from fine and casual dining, to world-class wines, craft brews, and spirits, to maple and dairy products, to fresh fruits and vegetables.

Outdoor adventures in a playground of seasons range from spring fishing and white water rafting to camping and zip lining over boundless landscapes, and from fall hiking and leaf peeping to winter skiing and après activities.

Shopping options run from flagship stores of famous brands, to expansive outlet centers with designer labels, to charming small town boutiques and antiquing.

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CENTRAL NEW YORK

CAPITALSARATOGA

THE CATSKILLS HUDSON VALLEY NEW YORK CITY

LONG ISLAND

Majestic views of the Hudson River, historic mansions, farms and farm markets, cultural attractions, culinary adventures, natural scenic beauty, only 90 minutes from New York City – in the heart of the Hudson Valley!

Dawn Hopper Director of Tour & Travel

+1 845-463-5444 dawn@dutchesstourism.com

Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome

Attraction Highlights Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Take to the skies in an open air cockpit biplane ride. Enjoy weekend airshows June thru mid-October and midweek living history museum tours.

Hudson Valley Healing Center

Himalayan Salt Cave

Relax in a tranquil Himalayan Salt Cave and breathe in health benefits of authentic Himalayan Salt from Pakistan. Enjoy a Vinyasa Flow, Aroma Therapy or Chair Yoga to strengthen mind, body and spirit.

The Amsterdam Dine at historic Rhinebeck’s newest restaurant featuring a James Beard nominated chef who showcases only the finest of farm fresh ingredients.

The Amsterdam Walkway Over the Hudson

Taconic Distillery Take a guided tour of the distillery and sample their impressive Awardwinning spirits: Bourbon Whiskey, Rye, Rum and Bourbon with maple syrup; then sit back, enjoy a bourbon caramel and the gorgeous views.

Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library & Museum Roosevelt-Vanderbilt National Historic Sites

Taconic Distillery

Visit America’s first presidential library and the only one used by a sitting president. Enjoy a guided tour of the birthplace and home where America’s 32nd President hosted dignitaries from around the world and visit his final resting place in the rose garden.

Breathtaking scenery

Fresh air, panaromic views, mountains that hug the majestic Hudson River, charming historic villages, picturesque farms; all are part of Dutchess County’s unforgettable scenic beauty.

Bannerman Castle Island Innisfree Garden Walkway Over the Hudson Wethersield Garden

Dutchess culinary agri-scene

Home to hundreds of family-owned farms, wineries, distilleries, exemplary chefs and the CIA training future chefs; Dutchess enjoys farm fresh like no other region in the country.

The Culinary Institute of America Harney & Sons Fine Teas Millbrook Vineyards & Winery Oliver Kita Chocolates Taconic Distillery Walbridge Farm

Step back in time

Our unique history invites visitors to go behind-the-scenes with Dutch Colonials, Revolutionary War heros, keepers of the Underground Railroad, aristocracy of the Gilded Age, Eleanor and President Franklin D Roosevelt and The Golden Age of Aviation.

Clermont State Historic Site Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site FDR Presidential Library & Museum Home of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site Locust Grove Historic Estate Montgomery Place Mount Gulian Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Staatsburgh State Historic Site Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site Wilderstein Historic Site

Cultural Arts and Relaxation

Landscapes from the Hudson River School to contemporary sculptures, world-class music and dramatic arts to culinary inspired theatre.

Dia:Beacon Art Museum Frances Loeb Art Center at Vassar Fisher Center at Bard College Hudson Valley Healing Center

DutchessTourism.com Hot spots to shop

Charming villages ideal for boutiquing, antiquing, local spirits and farm-fresh dining.

Beacon Red Hook Millbrook Rhinebeck Millerton

Dutchess Lodging Accommodations range from modern appointed HOTELS to historic inns and quaint BED & BREAKFASTS Beekman Arms Delamater Inn Rhinebeck - TourMappers

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Hilltop House Bed & Breakfast Vanderbilt Mansion

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Dawn Hopper Director of Tour & Travel

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Annual Events & Festivals Country Living Fair June

National lifestyle magazine hosts a three-day weekend of specialty shopping, cooking demos, celebrity appearances.

Rhinebeck Crafts Festival June

Weekend of upscale shopping and artisanal crafts, live music, fine food, meet-the-artists.

Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Airshows & Biplane Rides Mid- June through October

Weekend airshows feature vintage & WWI aircraft, guided museum tours. Biplane rides any day of the week.

SummerScape Festival July through Mid-August

Eight weeks of world-class performances in opera, music, theater, dance, film and cabaret.

Dutchess County Fair August – 6 days

Six day fair Tues-Sun. Food, exhibits, animals, specialty shopping.

Antique village with one room schoolhouse and train station.

Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest

September 7-8, 2019 Sample award-winning NY wines, distilled spirits, hard ciders and craft brews. Meet the wine makers, demos, farm fresh food and live music.

NYS Sheep & Wool Festival October

Weekend of hand-dyed yarn, livestock, demos, workshops, shopping, and food.

YOU’VE ARRIVED

Now, come discover America’s first vacationland—the Sullivan Catskills. It’s less than 160 kilometers from New York City airports and just one hour from Stewart International Airport.

We’re experiencing a renaissance that’s attracting friends and families from around the world to our lush countryside. Whether you’re looking for fun and excitement, or just want to relax and unplug, we’ve been an affordable, accessible getaway destination for generations.

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NOW OPEN:

Rev Up the Fun at Resorts World Catskills Las Vegas-style gaming is finally here and it’s an unmatched experience in excitement, entertainment, and luxury. The 100,000 square feet includes 2,150 cutting-edge slot machines, over 150 live table games, and a poker room. Additional casino resort amenities include the 10,000 square-foot Crystal Life Day Spa, an all-suite hotel designed to 5-star standards, and nine exclusive bar and restaurant experiences with even more to come.

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Slow Down the Pace at Yo1 Center Find your happier, healthier you at this unique wellness destination that’s a breath of fresh air, far from the stressors of everyday life. In a luxurious environment like you’ve never seen, come revitalize your mind and body through Naturopathy (or Nature Cure), Ayurveda, yoga and meditation, physical therapy, acupuncture, diet and nutrition.

1-800-882-CATS SullivanCatskills.com

There’s PLENTY to Do

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Play in Our Outside World Feel a rush kayaking, canoeing, or rafting the Delaware. Put on your waders and fly fish the world famous Beaverkill and Willowemoc. Watch overhead for our eagles as they do some angling of their own. Great golf? We’ve got that, too.

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Live it Up See a concert and learn about the ’60s at the site of the 1969 Woodstock festival, now Bethel Woods Center for the Arts. Like an aria? Check out Delaware Valley Opera. Prefer theater? Forestburgh Playhouse is the oldest operating professional summer theatre in New York State. Be among the first to see new indie films at Big Eddy Film Festival. Our local arts community is on vibrant display at Catskill Art Society and Delaware Valley Arts Alliance featuring visual, performing, literary and media arts.

Taste our Catskill-icious Food & Drink It’s freshest when it’s local and handcrafted. Our restaurants, cafés, and pubs all over the county use meat, dairy and produce straight from the farm. If you’re the chef, shop for seasonal ingredients at farmers’ markets in our towns and villages. Pair your meals with Trout Town Brown Ale, Freak Tractor (Model 14), Callicoon Brown Cow Porter, Peace Vodka and Bootlegger 21 New York Bourbon Whiskey, Wood Duck Chardonnay and Elizabeth’s Vineyard Cabernet Franc at our breweries, distilleries and wineries.

Have a Good Night & Sleep Tight So much adventure is enough to tire anyone out. But oh, the choices of where to rest your weary self.

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Sullivan Catskills Itinerary:

BACK TO THE GARDEN Join us in 2019 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the greatest festival of all time, the world-famous 1969 Woodstock Music & Art Fair.

Same place. Different time. Just as historic.

See What Else is on Tap

— CHECK OUT OUR HAND-CRAFTED BEVERAGES SULLIVAN CATSKILLS

Get Yourself Back to the Garden…

EXPLORE THE HISTORIC SITE OF THE 1969 WOODSTOCK FESTIVAL—AND SNAP THAT OBLIGATORY MONUMENT-SELFIE. Stroll through the 1960s Museum at Bethel Woods and take home a souvenir. And, if you’re lucky, you’ll be visiting on a day when there’s a headlining act at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts. Whether you sit front row or high on the lawn, there’s not a bad seat in the house.

NEXT STOP—FUN AND GAMES OR PEACE AND RELAXATION. MAYBE YOU’RE INTERESTED IN BOTH… If you’re looking for first-class entertainment, Resorts World Catskills is new, hot and serving it up! Slot machines, lively table games, a day spa and nine exclusive bar and restaurant

Make Plans to Visit in 2018 WE’RE HOME TO SOME OF THE MOST UNIQUE ATTRACTIONS IN THE WORLD New York State’s Largest Class 3 Destination Resort Casino The Only Wellness Center of its Kind in the U.S. Home of the 1969 Woodstock festival—a National Register Historic Site The Fly Fishing National Hall of Fame The Delaware: The Only River Designated a National Park Location of The Only Museum Dedicated to the ’60s

experiences await.

Birthplace of Dry Fly Fishing

If you’re looking to reconnect with nature, YO1

Home of the Legendary Two-Headed Trout

Center offers a tranquil place to chill and be still. Get a massage, take a yoga class, enjoy water activities on the lake. You’ll find bliss here—guaranteed.

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Catskill Distilling Co.—A New York State farm distillery producing award-winning spirits. Take a tour, have a taste. Have dinner and listen to live music at their restaurant, The Dancing Cat Saloon.

And if you’re still looking for places and spaces

America’s Most Exciting Automotive Racetrack Home to One of the Largest American Eagle Nesting Populations in the Northeast One of the First Farm Distilleries in New York Hand Crafted Brews Made with Pure Catskill Mountain Water

to explore, you can always raft, kayak, or tube the Upper Delaware River, check out our Artisan Beverage Trail, or track our history on the Museum Trail.

For More Information, Contact: ROBERTA BYRON-LOCKWOOD at RBL@scva.net or HERB CLARK at HCC@scva.net 1-800-882-CATS SullivanCatskills.com #SullivanCatskills

A short train ride from NYC brings you to the Saratoga Region, home to 300 years of history.

This area has been at the center of America’s story, and every major movement had a moment here.

Visit historic homes, battlefields, and museum; enjoy eclectic galleries, unique shops, top-rated restaurants and lodging. Travelers seek out Saratoga for the world class thoroughbred racing, renowned arts and culture offerings, and a multitude of wellness activities. Inspiring natural adventures and experiences are minutes from the award-winning downtown.

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A PERFORMING ARTS CITY

Galleries are found in the Beekman St. Arts District & Downtown Arts District. Skidmore College boasts the Arthur Zankel Music Center, Schick Art Gallery & Tang Teaching Museum, and offers year round music and dance performances.

There’s never a shortage of live music, theater or events in the Saratoga region. The iconic Saratoga Performing Arts Center, named the Best Outdoor Music Venue in a USA Today 10 Best readers’ poll, hosts one of the most respected & popular Jazz Festivals in the United States, and is the summer home of the New York City Ballet, Philadelphia Orchestra and the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center.

Saratoga is also home to Caffe Lena, the oldest continuously operating folk music venue in the United States. The Library of Congress calls Caffè Lena “An American treasure,” and the venue has been recognized by The GRAMMY Foundation for their important contributions to the development of American music. Yet they are proud to stay true to Lena’s founding vision of simplicity, kindness to strangers, and art above profit. This venue hosted a young Bob Dylan and Arlo Guthrie, and since its opening in 1960, has helped to launch many of America’s best loved songwriters.

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EDUCATION, ENTERTAINMENT, & THE GREAT OUTDOORS Saratoga’s distinct history and heritage is the core of the city’s culture and way of life.

Originally known as “the Queen of the Spas,” Saratoga is a thriving City in the Country.

The naturally carbonated mineral waters of Saratoga Springs, NY, are one of the area’s greatest assets. Historically, Mohawk and Iroquois tribes drank and bathed in these waters for its healing properties. Today, locals and visitors alike can drink from the springs and bathe in Saratoga mineral baths.

Whether you’re interested in history or art, horse racing or dance, there is a diverse selection of museums to visit in the Saratoga area over 25 to choose from! National, state and local museums are spread throughout the region, many walkable from the historic downtown.

Ready to get outdoors? The Saratoga Springs region perfectly combines the vibrancy of a small city with all the outdoor activities one would expect from an area located near the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains. Four-seasons of outdoor fun is why we won the 2016 heathiest county in New York State! Grab a bike, hike a trail, get out on a lake, or stroll downtown. Year round festivals and events will keep you coming back to our award winning city.

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A CULINARY DESTINATION Over 90 restaurants call Saratoga home, offering everything from a slice of pizza to a 5 star dining experience. The diversity of menus and settings ensures that even the pickiest diner will find something to please their palate. Take a cooking class, visit a farmers market, pull up a chair at a communal farm-to - table meal, or join us for one of our famous festival: Chowderfest, Saratoga Beer Week, & International Flavor Feast, In addition, downtown Saratoga Springs' nightlife scene is always hopping, whether you are looking for a friendly pub and a pint, some wine and some jazz, or a place to dance the night away.

Of course, there are an abundance of craft breweries, wineries, & distilleries to help quench your thirst.

Travel to Saratoga Springs from: Albany

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New Your City

185 miles

Montreal

188 miles

Boston

202 miles

Philadelphia

270 miles

Buffalo

285 miles

Toronto

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Washington DC

399 miles

Contact: Heather McElhiney Discover Saratoga heather@discoversaratoga.org 518-587-3241 www.discoversaratoga.org

Annamaria Bellantoni Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce abellantoni@saratoga.org 518-584-3255 www.ilovesaratoga.us

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Between the world-famous Niagara Falls and the world-class New York City, travelers find themselves at the center of it all in Central New York state.

From the Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum to the countless Main Street USAs, Central New York lays claim to the ultimate rural American experience.

Drive quiet country roads among rolling hills and beautiful natural scenery. Discover ancient rock formations millions of years in the making. Drink brews rooted deep in rich beer history and craft spirits recognized worldwide in Brew Central, “America’s Craft Brew Destination.”

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ATTRACTIONS Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum Cooperstown, New York The Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum pays tribute to the most iconic of Americana and the sport’s greatest heroes. Tour the worldfamous Hall or explore thousands of baseball artifacts on display.

Howes Cave, New York Howes Cave is home to perhaps Central New York’s most unique feature: two incredible caverns.

Howe Caverns and Secret Caverns feature ancient limestone formations that have awed visitors for decades.

Fort Stanwix Rome, New York

Turning Stone Casino Resort Verona, New York

Visitors can explore a true piece of American history at Fort Stanwix, a reconstructed 18th century post known for its critical role in the American Revolution.

Nestled in the heart of Central New York, Turning Stone Casino Resort offers a gorgeous getaway featuring luxurious hotel accommodations, fine dining, celebrity entertainment, five championship golf courses, a sportsplex, an exciting dance club and, of course, a world-class Las Vegas-style gaming experience.

Erie Canal Cruises Herkimer, New York

International Boxing Hall of Fame Canastota, New York

No Central New York visit is complete without a trip down New York’s legendary Erie Canal. With roots dating back to 1825, this unique man-made waterway and the many communities along the way delight tourists from around the world during the warmer months.

The International Boxing Hall of Fame chronicles more than a century of boxing history. Fans of the sport from around the world can meet boxing legends at the annual induction celebration in early June.

Find more attractions and events at VisitCentralNewYork.com

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Utica and Verona, N.Y. Start things off with the popular tour of the F.X. Matt Brewery, home to Saranac beers, and then take a walk up the street, where you can sample Central New York’s first-ever legal bourbon alongside award-winning gin and vodka at Adirondack Distilling Co.

Cazenovia and Hamilton, N.Y. Head down to Hamilton’s Good Nature Farm Brewery & Tap Room for its farm-to-table beer by the glass, growler fill, bottle or flight. Unwind with some wine in a picturesque, rural setting of grapevines, gardens, ponds and orchard at Cazenovia’s Owera Vineyards.

Syracuse, N.Y. Nearby Syracuse is one of upstate New York’s best beer cities with its numerous craft-centric pubs and breweries.

Try Empire Brewing Co., which utilizes local ingredients in its brewing process and food served up in a distinct urban setting. Nearby Middle Ages Brewing Co. uses a 160-year-old strain of Ringwood yeast from Yorkshire, England, and old-school open fermentation process to create unique brews.

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86 NYC Greater Binghamton, N.Y. Sample a World Beer Cup winner at Galaxy Brewing Co. or have a world-class glass from another farm-to-table tap list and menu at Water Street Brewing Co.

Cooperstown, N.Y. Sample small-batch spirits celebrating the sport that made the town famous at Cooperstown Distillery. The nation’s premier producer of Belgian-style ales, Brewery Ommegang offers daily tours and tastings along with a slate of summer concerts and an incredible on-site café.

Charlotteville and Middleburgh, N.Y. Follow the craft to KyMar Farm Distillery, where the principal ingredients are grown on site or

by New York farmers. Green Wolf Brewing Co. also celebrates the area’s rich agricultural heritage by crafting uncommon ales from locally sourced brewing staples.

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FINGER LAKES

Master Crafted Experiences

Quality is what sets Corning & the Southern Finger Lakes apart. With small towns which have been called the “Coolest” and the “Most Fun” in America, world-class museums and award-winning wineries, we’ve been getting it right for decades. With an emerging brew scene, unique shops, breathtaking scenery, and many exciting ways you can create your own hands-on fun, there are so many opportunities to savor the very best of New York and Master Craft a variety of experiences.

Group and FIT Tour Experiences

What’s NEW?

■ The Corning Museum of Glass

■ Reinstallation of The Crystal Gallery: Corning: From Farm Town to “Crystal City.” Celebrating the 150th anniversary of glassmaking coming to Corning from Brooklyn, NY. On display: May 5, 2018–ongoing.

■ Rockwell Museum ■ Hands-on Glass Studio ■ Corning’s Gaffer District & Historic Market Street ■ Heritage Village of the Southern Finger Lakes ■ Glenn H. Curtiss Museum ■ Finger Lakes Boating Museum ■ Pleasant Valley Wine Company ■ Bully Hill Vineyards

■ Special Exhibition: Glass of the Architects: Vienna 1900–1937.

Explores this transformative period in Austrian design. On display: June 23, 2018–January 7, 2019.

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■ Hot Chocolate Flights and Chocolate Making experiences at The Source in Corning

Finger Lakes Wine Country ■ Over 200 Finger Lakes Wineries, Craft Breweries, Distilleries and Cideries ■ Watkins Glen International Raceway ■ Watkins Glen State Park ■ Tioga Downs Casino ■ National Soaring Museum

■ On Keuka Cruise and Hops Tours, On Keuka Cruise and Vine Tours ■ Dr. Frank’s 1886 Reserve Tastings (reservations for up to 24 people) ■ Mozzarella Cheese Making and other how to classes for groups at Cugini Café in Corning

■ Elmira’s Clemens Center

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■ Heron Hill Winery

■ Elmira and all things Mark Twain

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FINGER LAKES For more information and planning assistance, contact: Wendy Ferrigno Group Sales Manager Toll-free 866-946-3386 or 607-358-7354 Groups@corningfingerlakes.com

GROUP-FRIENDLY SEASONAL EVENTS Summer and Fall

Winter and Spring

■ Finger Lakes Wine Festival

■ Crystal City Christmas, last weekend in November & first weekend in December

■ Curtiss Classic Motorcycle Rally

■ Corning Museum of Glass and Rockwell Museum Open Houses, first weekend in December

■ Hammondsport Festival of Crafts ■ New York State Festival of Balloons ■ Seaplane Homecoming

■ Warm Up to Wine on Ice

■ Whingblinger Heritage Festival

■ Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes

■ Crystal City Harvest Music Festival

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■ Southern Tier Outdoor Recreation Expo

■ GlassFest

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experience syracuse

Visitors’ Choice: Top Destinations to see

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THE EVERSON MUSEUM OF ART

THE CARRIER DOME

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SKANEATELES

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Wineries & Tasting Rooms in the Finger Lakes Region

Green Lakes is one of 50 Parks in Onondaga County!

THE ERIE CANAL MUSEUM & ONONDAGA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION MUSEUM

the great new york state fair

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Golf Courses in Onondaga County.

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Animals at the ROSAMOND GIFFORD ZOO

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Breweries in central NY and the Finger Lakes regions

Day 1-3: arrive and tour nyc

Explore New York City and all of its must-see, world-famous attractions. Then visit Syracuse and discover how large, unique and diverse the State of New York truly is.

Day 4: Depart for Syracuse

From countryside to downtown urban excitement, Syracuse is quickly becoming one of New York State’s most sought after holiday destinations.

getting here: 5.5 hours trains departing daily from penn station & car rental upon arrival in syracuse 4 hours Rental car or motorcoach 1.5 hours 13 direct flights available daily

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Shop and play at Destiny USA! New York State’s largest mall has more than 250 high-end, name brand stores, shopping outlets, luxury dining, entertainment and even adventure. It is also the 6th largest mall in America.

Escape to the great outdoors for fresh air & find beautiful views of natural parks known for hiking, boating, swimming, horseback riding & more. Relax in one of the many wineries, craft breweries, cideries or famous restaurants.

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We’re close to everything. So explore more of the state and take a 2.5 hour drive west to Niagara Falls or a 1.5 hour drive north to the 1000 Islands or even Canada.

CONTACT US RHONDA VACCARO TRAVEL TRADE MANAGER

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EXPLORE UPSTATE NEW YORK AND DISCOVER THE WONDERS

CORNING MUSEUM OF GLASS

FINGER LAKES

ROCHESTER, NY

NIAGARA FALLS, NY

DAY 1

NYC TO CORNING Drive through the Catskill Mountains via Rt. 17/I-86 to Corning, New York – only a 4 ½ hour drive. Corning, the southern gateway to the Finger Lakes region is home to one of our region’s most popular attractions, The Corning Museum of Glass.

Visit the world’s largest glass museum and watch a live Hot Glass demonstration! The new Contemporary Art & Design Wing is attracting visitors from all over the world. Other attractions, and restaurants serving local fare, are found in the Gaffer District of downtown Corning, just a short walk from the museum.

Corning Museum of Glass

The Gaffer District

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ARTS AND CULTURE

OUTDOOR RECREATION

FOOD AND WINE

EVENTS AND FESTIVALS

Corning Museum of Glass

National Soaring Museum and Sailplane rides at Harris Hill

Pleasant Valley Wine Co.

www.cmog.org

May

- US Bonded winery #1

Glass Fest

Glenn Curtiss Museum

www.soaringmuseum.org

www.pleasantvalleywine.com

www.glassfest.org

Aviation history

www.glennhcurtissmuseum.org

SHOPPING

The Rockwell Museum

The Gaffer District (Downtown Corning, NY) www.gafferdistrict.com

www.rockwellmuseum.org

DAY 2

FINGER LAKES REGION Leave Corning and head towards Watkins Glen at the south end of Seneca Lake. Watkins Glen State Park is one of our most popular visitor destinations because of the scenery of the 19 waterfalls and the gorge itself. In the village of Watkins Glen you will find dining and boat excursions. Seneca Lake is a long slender lake with wineries along both sides. Traveling up either side will be a beautiful drive and you will end up in the small city of Geneva. In Geneva you can walk the north shore of Seneca Lake. With more than 140 wineries, cideries and distilleries, The Finger Lakes region is one the largest wineproducing regions in North America!

Watkins Glen International

Watkins Glen State Park

Wine Tastings

OUTDOOR RECREATION

FOOD AND WINE

EVENTS AND FESTIVALS

Captain Bill’s Cruises

Cayuga Lake Wine Trail www.cayugawinetrail.com

June - November

– dinner boat cruise

www.senecaharborstation.com

Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival

Glenora Wine Cellars and Veraisons Restaurant

www.fingerlakesmtf.com

Watkins Glen International – ride the NASCAR track

www.glenora.com

Finger Lakes Wine Festival

July

www.theglen.com

Seneca Lake Wine Trail

www.flwinefest.com

Roseland Waterpark

www.senecalakewine.com

– 56 acres of aquatic adventure

The Windmill Farm and Craft Market

August, September

www.roselandwaterpark.com

Watkins Glen State Park – trail with 19 waterfalls

www.nysparks.state.ny.us

- Saturday only

www.thewindmill.com

NASCAR race and the historic Finger Lakes Grand Prix course at Watkins Glen International www.theglen.com

FINGER LAKES TO ROCHESTER Welcome to Rochester, an iconic American city! Rochester (www.visitrochester.com) is home to world renowned attractions including The Strong National Museum of Play which houses the largest collection of toys, games and dolls in the world! At the George Eastman Museum (Founder of KODAK) you’ll learn about the history and pioneer of popular photography and motion picture film. Enjoy an evening of great dining, music and nightlife and be sure to save time for a stroll, bike ride or cruise between the charming villages that line the historic Erie Canal.

The Strong National Museum of Play

The Erie Canal

DAY 3

George Eastman Museum

ARTS AND CULTURE

OUTDOOR RECREATION

FOOD AND WINE

EVENTS AND FESTIVALS

The Strong National Museum of Play

Rochester and Finger Lakes Golf

New York Wine and Culinary Center

www.museumofplay.org

www.visitrochester.com/ things-to-do/outdoors/golf

www.nywcc.com

May

Belhurst Castle and Winery

www.lilacfestival.com

Letchworth State Park

www.belhurst.com

June

Canandaigua Wine Trail

Rochester International Jazz Festival

George Eastman Museum International Museum of Photography and Film

www.eastman.org

Genesee Country Village and Museum www.gcv.org

Memorial Art Gallery www.mag.rochester.edu

The Grand Canyon of the East

www.nysparks.state.ny.us

Erie Canal Cruising www.sampatch.org

Rochester Lilac Festival

www.canandaiguawinetrail.com

www.rochesterjazz.com

Wegmans Food Markets

September

www.wegmans.com

Rochester Fringe Festival www.rochesterfringe.com

SHOPPING Eastview Mall www.eastviewmall.com

ROCHESTER TO NIAGARA FALLS In the morning, depart Rochester along the scenic Erie Canal, arriving in Niagara Falls ready to be captivated by the experience of the Falls. To start, your visit begins at Niagara Falls State Park, a beautifully landscaped and natural park where you will see and feel the power of Niagara Falls at your fingertips. Get your cameras ready as the iconic attractions Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds are found here and will provide a thrill of a lifetime. To enhance your visit, add the historic towns of Lewiston and Lockport, Old Fort Niagara, a jet boat experience and plenty of wineries!

Niagara Falls USA

Niagara Falls USA

DAY 4

Niagara Falls USA

ARTS AND CULTURE

OUTDOOR RECREATION

FOOD AND WINE

EVENTS AND FESTIVALS

Historic Lewiston and Youngstown

Maid of the Mist

Niagara Falls Culinary Institute

www.niagarariverregion.com

www.maidofthemist.com

www.nfculinary.com

July

Lewiston Council on the Arts

Cave of the Winds

Platters Chocolates

www.artcouncil.org

www.niagarafallsstatepark.com

www.platterschocolates.com

Historic Old Fort Niagara

Lockport Locks and Erie Canal Cruises

Niagara USA Wine Trail

www.oldfortniagara.org

www.lockportlocks.com

www.niagarawinetrail.org

Niagara Arts and Cultural Center

Hiking Trails in the Niagara Gorge

www.thenacc.org

www.niagarafallsstatepark.com

Canal Fest of the Tonawandas www.canalfest.org

September Niagara Falls Blues Festival www.niagarafallsbluefest.org

October Old Falls Street Oktoberfest www.fallsstreet.com

DAY 5

NIAGARA FALLS TO DEPARTURE CITY Spend the morning in Niagara USA and then depart via air from Buffalo / Niagara International Airport (BUF) or drive via the Finger Lakes region back to New York City or beyond.

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New York State’s Largest Shopping, Dining and Entertainment Destination

Explore American history at The Strong museum—the ultimate play destination for all ages and upstate New York’s largest year-round cultural attraction. Experience two floors—more than a city block long—of hands-on, dynamic, interactive exhibit spaces.

Within a five hour drive from the top three international northeast gateway cities, NYC, Boston and Toronto, Destiny USA is minutes away from Hancock International Airport and the William F Walsh Regional Transportation Center, making it easily accessible via plane, train, motor coach and automobile.

Destiny USA is fully enclosed, containing over 260 brands all under one roof. It includes department stores, in-demand retail specialty shops, luxury outlets, factory stores and discounters for an extensive variety of shopping options.

Whether it’s searching for the latest fashion trends at H&M or Forever 21, testing the hottest electronics and gadgets at Apple, Microsoft or Think Geek, hunting for the designer “bargain of the century” at Nordstrom Rack, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th or TJ Maxx, discovering the perfect update for your home at Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma or At Home or finding a great deal on accessories at the Michael Kors or Coach outlets, it’s all here.

Pennsylvania

NYC Newark

Philadelphia

The Strong National Museum of Play

Location and accessibility make Destiny USA the perfect destination for both group and independent travelers. Located in Syracuse, NY, near the junction of I-81 and I-90 (the NYS Thruway), it is in the center of the state, positioned between NYC and Niagara Falls. Close to the Finger Lakes, it is the perfect fit as an upstate NY itinerary enhancer.

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There are 55 food choices, including 18 full-service restaurants - from The Cheesecake Factory, Texas de Brazil and PF Chang’s to Margaritaville, TGI Fridays and Gordon Biersch and most are group friendly. Destiny USA is also home to 18 exciting entertainment venues where guests can experience action-packed, fun-filled adventures. Race electric go-carts at Pole Position Raceway, solve an interactive adventure at 5 Wits or Escape the Mystery Room, challenge yourself on the largest indoor ropes course in the world - Canyon Climb Adventure, explore science at WonderWorks or even catch a live national comedy performance at Funny Bone Comedy Club. Plus, the entire building is equipped with free Wi-Fi. Incentives are available for groups registering in advance. Our Passport of Savings, with deals and discounts, is provided for registered groups and auto club members. A private motor coach drivers’ lounge, equipped with complimentary amenities is a welcome refuge for weary tour drivers and escorts.

Ranked as the top attraction in Syracuse by visitors and a recipient of the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence, Destiny USA is a must-experience gem perfect for families, couples, girlfriend getaways, group travel and more!

On-site Embassy Suites opening Fall 2017

Discover the world’s largest collection of toys, dolls, and games. Get up close with some of America’s rarest and most-iconic artifacts of play—including the first handmade Monopoly set created by Charles Darrow (who popularized the game); Thomas Edison’s mechanical Talking Doll; the first Hot Wheels race cars; and the Bild Lilli fashion doll (which inspired the beloved Barbie doll).

Meet history’s playful side in The Strong’s three halls of fame.

See the toys beloved by generations in the National Toy Hall of Fame; learn about toy industry luminaries such as Milton Bradley, Walt Disney, Jim Henson, and George Lucas of the Toy Industry Hall of Fame; and discover how electronic games are changing the way people play, learn, and connect with each other in the World Video Game Hall of Fame.

Enter the lush rain-forest environment of Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden. Walk among hundreds of brilliantly colored, free-flying tropical and native butterflies and be sure to visit the chrysalis case to see emerging butterflies. Follow a paved path surrounded by tropical foliage, a turtle pond, and a cascading waterfall. Meet other garden inhabitants including a brightly plumaged green Aracari Toucan, a friendly chameleon, and families of Button Quail.

Get ready for educational, entertaining, and unforgettable intergenerational fun. Play your way through video game and pinball history, leap into the world of American comic book superheroes, move like a playing piece on a giant game board, and follow the Yellow Brick Road into the world’s largest popup book. View original notes and drawings from legendary game inventors, enjoy a 1918 carousel; indoor and outdoor gardens; museum shop; food court and restaurant; and more.

The Strong is open 362 days a year and is centrally located in Rochester, New York, making it easy to include in itineraries that stop in the New York’s Finger Lakes region, Syracuse, Niagara Falls, and other destinations in Western New York and Canada. Visit museumofplay.org or download The Strong Museum Guide mobile app to plan your visit. Free Wi-Fi and parking. ATM on site.

The Strong National Museum of Play www.museumofplay.org

www.destinyusa.com

Suzanne Y. Seldes Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer The Strong National Museum of Play One Manhattan Square, Rochester, NY 14607 U.S.A. 585-410-6322 sseldes@museumofplay.org

Rose Hapanowich, Director of Travel and Tourism Destiny USA 9090 Destiny USA Drive, Syracuse, NY 13204 315-466-6000 rmh@destinyusa.com

Karen Dodson, Tourism Sales Associate The Strong National Museum of Play One Manhattan Square, Rochester, NY 14607 U.S.A. Tel 585-410-6359 kdodson@museumofplay.org

Destiny USA

For general information contact Christopher Guidone at info@winewaterwonders.com

Niagara Falls

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Hard Rock Cafe - Niagara Falls, USA

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Est. July 10, 1996

Merani Hotel Group is an individual Hotel Management Company in the Niagara Frontier Region. As a company, MHG has built a differentiated brand portfolio and maintains superior quality of guest service at each of the 3 Hotels in Niagara Falls USA. Guests have come to know MHG standards of Quality and Value with our featured Hotels.

Fashion Outlets Niagra Falls, USA invites visitors to enjoy elegant indoor outlet shopping. This premier outlet center is conveniently located just minutes from Niagara Falls, the Canadian border and local hotels and casinos. Visitors can shop the newly expanded indoor shopping center, featuring 200 designer outlets including Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th, Burberry, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Nike Factory Store, Under Armour, Vera Bradley and Victoria’s Secret and PINK—making it one of the biggest and best outlet centers in the country.

Hours of Operation: Restaurant/Bar & Rock Shop Sun-Thur: 11am-11pm / Fri – Sat: 11am-12am Niagara Falls has long been the destination of honeymooners, and now it has another special place in the hearts of music lovers – it’s the home of Hard Rock Cafe Niagara Falls USA. Our cafe is located just minutes from Niagara Falls State Park, which consists of three amazing waterfalls: Niagara Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and American Falls. The Niagara Falls Observation Tower, Niagara Adventure Theater, and starting point of the Maid of the Mist Boat Tour are also just minutes away.

After you’ve worked up a little hunger or thirst exploring the Falls, come into our cafe for delicious food. We offer everything from our signature Legendary Burger to a Twist on Mac n’ Cheese. Our cafe can accommodate groups of any size. After dinning check out our latest signature items in the Rock Shop and ask to play our house Fender Guitar. Our bar and lounge area features the best in local craft brews and spirits and we love mixing new cocktails while featuring some of our favorite concoctions like the Purple Haze.

Thinking of book a group? Treat your guests like the stars they are by arranging special group menus for your event.

Hard Rock Cafe Niagara Falls USA offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus featuring American cuisine for your group to enjoy, or you can have our full-service caterer arrange a custom menu to fit your event.

Boasting a grand, old American-style collection of memorabilia from rock legends, we have it all at our cafe in Niagara Falls, New York. From instruments to gold albums to the shirts off your favorite artists’ backs, look no further than your resident experts in rocking hard.

Hard Rock Café – Niagara Falls, NY Hardrock.com Cara Turner Sales and Marketing Manager 333 Prospect Street Niagara Falls, NY 14303 716-304-3308 Cara.Turner@hardrock.com Bob Bloom General Manager NiagaraFalls.GM@hardrock.com

Four Points by Sheraton in Niagara Falls NY: A Sight to See. Take in Spectacular views of the breathtaking Niagara River from this waterfront Hotel. You will be amazed by our 140 room Four Points featuring Riverfront dining.

Bella Vista Ristorante and the outdoor patios offering live entertainment (seasonal). Amenities include: Indoor Pool, Fitness Facility, Free Wi-Fi, Banquet rooms, Pet Friendly, It’s everything you want and more!

DoubleTree by Hilton Niagara Falls NY: Exclusive retreat. Incredible views of the Mighty Niagara Rapids. Our 192 room DoubleTree is unlike anything in the area. This exclusive Luxury Hotel gives us something to brag about. Parkway Prime Niagara Falls newest Steak House is situated on the Niagara Scenic Parkway overlooking the Niagara Rapids. Amenities Include: Indoor Pool, Fitness Center, Free basic Wi-Fi, 16,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, Outdoor patios, Refrigerators (all rooms) Safes, Sophistication at its Best!

Holiday Inn Niagara Falls NY: Location, location, location. For business, pleasure, relaxation or entertainment our 189 room Holiday Inn has it all. This newly renovated hotel is perfectly located in Downtown Niagara Falls sitting at the entrance to one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Tony Roma’s is best known for Barbeque Ribs and great casual dining. Amenities Include: Indoor Pool, Fitness Facility, Free Wi-Fi, Refrigerators (all rooms) and our newest two story state-of-the-art Great American Arcade. Walk to the Canadian or USA Falls!

Merani Hotel Group Holiday Inn – Downtown Niagara Falls, NY www.hiniagarafalls.com Sheryl Porto Director of Sales Merani Hotel Group Holiday Inn Niagara Falls 114 Buffalo Avenue Niagara Falls, NY 14303 716-285-2521 sheryl@meranihotelgroup.com

The center offers every day savings of up to 75% off and encourages guests to save even more by visiting Guest Services to receive the Fashion Outlets Savings Pass, worth up to $800 in special offers.

Fashion Outlets Niagara Falls, USA is committed to providing an enjoyable shopping experience and offers the following premium guest services: translation services, foreign currency exchange, text concierge, complimentary wheelchairs, stroller rental and free Wi-Fi. Fashion Outlets Niagara Falls is a must-shop destination that provides a one-of-a-kind, year-round shopping experience and is ranked as one of the top 20 largest outlet centers in the country!

Fashion Outlets Niagara Falls, NY www.fashionoutletsniagara.com Jennifer Devermann Senior Manager, Tourism Macerich Macerich Shopping Centers & Fashion Outlets 5220 Fashion Outlets Way, Suite 230 Rosemont, IL 60018 847-928-7514 Jennifer.Devermann@macerich.com Meghan A. Ayers Marketing Manager Macerich Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls, USA 1900 Military Rd. Niagara Falls, NY 14304 716.297.0933 x 206 Meghan.Ayers@macerich.com

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Hear the story of the Erie Canal, Buffalo’s history as the largest grain port in the world and experience the largest collection of standing grain elevators in the nation!

An outstanding center for modern and contemporary art, the collection at the Gallery belongs among the world’s top galleries. The collection includes Picasso, Monet, Rembrandt, Modigliani, Kieffer, Warhol and more.

Made in aMerica store No shopping trip is complete before visiting the Made in America Store, the ONLY store in the USA with 100% American made products.

douBLe decKer Bus & nicKeL city tours Explore Buffalo aboard an authentic British double decker bus.

Enjoy entertaining tours of Canalside, the Outer Harbor, city architecture and all the stories of Buffalo’s amazing heritage.

Nickel City Tours provides sightseeing tours showcasing the history and architecture of Buffalo. The buses are custom-made with nine rows of stadium seating allowing for unobstructed views of your surroundings, no matter where you sit.

niagara faLLs Visit Niagara Falls State Park and take a ride on the Maid of the Mist. Then enjoy a Cave of the Winds Walk and a trolley ride through the park.

anchor Bar & BuffaLo Wings There’s only one place to get the original Buffalo wings: Frank & Teressa’s Anchor Bar. Come see where it all started back in 1964.

When you walk into Anchor Bar, you’re essentially walking into Buffalo’s Chicken Wing Museum. It’s been over 50 years since Teressa Bellissimo created the “Buffalo wing” but this downtown restaurant and bar hasn’t stopped making them since.

BuffaLo cycLeBoats Pedal, party and float! The Cycleboat is a 31-foot-long catamaran, which is propelled through the water by a large rear paddle wheel which is powered by the pedaling of its riders! The boat can accommodate up to 14 guests; 10 at pedal stations surrounding a central mahogany bar and four others on comfortable bench seating. Daily cruises on the waters of the Buffalo River through downtown Buffalo’s Canalside area.

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FlyBuffaloNY is the first of its kind to offer aerial photo flight tours of Buffalo that allow the passenger to capture, and experience the city from a vantage point only the birds are used to seeing. It’s not just a ride, but an experience that you will never forget.

franK LLoyd Wright’s Martin house BuffaLo riverWorKs Pickleball. Roller derby. A soon-to-be brewery in a grain elevator. And awesome waterfront views. Buffalo RiverWorks has kicked the redevelopment of Buffalo’s waterfront up yet another notch, bringing thousands in to its new restaurant and bar, frequent concerts and a myriad of other events.

The Martin House exemplifies Frank Lloyd Wright’s “Prairie House” ideal and ranks as one of his finest residential works. Tours at the Martin House underscore how Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural genius is illustrated in timeless themes evident in his remarkable design: family, friendship, the meaning of home, and the American spirit as told through the story of Darwin D. Martin’s patronage of America’s greatest architect.

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BuffaLo BreWery traiL Today, the Buffalo area has two dozen new breweries, with more on the way! Come raise a glass and say Cheers! Skäl!

What’s biting in Buffalo? Between the Niagara River, Chautauqua Lake and Lakes Erie and Ontario, you’re likely to find small mouth bass, musky, king salmon, steelhead, walleye and lake trout on your hook. In fact, Lake Erie is often referred to as the “Smallmouth Bass Capital of the World” and the Buffalo Harbor is home to the hungry musky. Trophy fish are routinely caught throughout the region.

BUFFALO SISTER CITIES Buffalo is proud to have many Sister Cities. These links with various other cities around the world have increased awareness of other cultures and human contact with those in other countries.

NEW FLY/DRIVE ITINERARY

DORTMUND, GERMANY

KANAZAWA, JAPAN

SIENA, ITALY

RZESZÓW, POLAND

LILLE, FRANCE TORREMAGGIORE,

ITALY

TVER, RUSSIA

PARISH OF ST. ANN'S BAY, JAMAICA

CHANGZHOU, CHINA

Wir haben ein neues deutschsprachiges Video über die Erforschung unserer Region durch Brand USA hergestellt: www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/German We have a new UK-focused video about exploring our region prepared by Brand USA: www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/UK 我们有一个新的中国 关于探索我区编制的品牌USA语言视频: www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/Chinese

New York State in Nine Days

DAY 1-3 HUDSON VALLEY » DAY 4-6 SYRACUSE » DAY 6-9 BUFFALO NIAGARA

HOTEL PRODUCT • Adam’s Mark Buffalo Niagara • Millennium Hotel Buffalo • Salvatore’s Garden Place Hotel • The Delavan Hotel & Spa

Wyndham Garden Inn Buffalo Downtown

• Adam’s Mark Buffalo Niagara • Hyatt Regency Buffalo • Doubletree Amherst • Wyndham Garden Inn Buffalo Downtown • Hampton Inn Buffalo Airport • Hampton Inn Buffalo Downtown • Sleep inn Amherst • Fairfield Inn Buffalo Airport • Hampton Inn Airport Galleria • Millennium Hotel Buffalo • Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Airport • Aloft Airport

Hotel at the Lafayette

• Hampton Inn Buffalo Downtown • Millennium Hotel Buffalo • Salvatore’s Garden Place Hotel • Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Canalside • Hampton Inn Airport Galleria

• Country Inn & Suites • Adam’s Mark Buffalo Niagara • Millennium Hotel Buffalo • Salvatore’s Garden Place Hotel • The Delavan Hotel & Spa Hyatt Regency Buffalo

Hyatt Regency Buffalo • Lofts on Pearl • Hotel at the Lafayette • Adam’s Mark Buffalo Niagara Millennium Hotel Buffalo

New York State in Nine Days DAYS 1-3 IN THE HUDSON VALLEY

Dutchess County

Hudson River views, Great Estates, farms & farm markets, events and festivals, cultural & culinary attractions, boutique & antique shopping – only 90 minutes from NYC! dutchesstourism.com

The Culinary Institute of America The premier culinary school offers student-guided tours and dining at four awardwinning restaurants. ciarestaurantgroup.com

FDR Presidential Library & Museum is America’s first presidential library and a state-of-the-art interactive exhibit about the Roosevelt era, FDR’s early years and his struggle with polio.

Vanderbilt Mansion is Frederick W. Vanderbilt’s Gilded Age home surrounded by national parkland on the scenic Hudson River. historichydepark.org

Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome R HI N E B E C K One of the largest collections of early aeroplanes in the world, antique autos, motorcycles, engines & memorabilia spanning 1900-1939. Take to the skies in a biplane ride any day of the week. Enjoy weekend airshows June-October with vintage aircraft and German Fokker WWI planes. oldrhinebeck.org

Walkway Over the Hudson P O U G H KEEP SI E The bridge (circa 1888) is a NY State Historic Park; 64.6m above the Hudson and 2.06km across, making it the world’s longest elevated pedestrian bridge.

Enter at east or west side of river or ride the glass elevator for unbelievable views! walkway.org

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Experience world-class opera, theater, dance, cabaret, film, and music at Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts featuring the annual SummerScape festival. fishercenter.bard.edu

Franklin D. Roosevelt Home on the Hudson is FDR’s birthplace and final resting place offering guided tours.

Eleanor Roosevelt’s Val-Kill is the private cottage home of one of the world’s most influential women.

HY D E PAR K

Arts at Bard College

Roosevelt-Vanderbilt National Historic Sites H Y D E PA RK

One of the top ten gardens in the world.

The Asian “cup” gardens are a sublime composition of rock, water, wood and sky. innisfreegarden.org

DAYS 4-6 IN SYRACUSE

Destiny USA

More than 200 retail stores, dining opportunities and entertainment facilities; the largest facility of its kind in New York State and the 6th largest in the United States. destinyusa.com

Erie Canal Museum

Housed in the only remaining weigh lock building in the United States, this 1850 structure features a full size replica of a canal boat with many hands-on exhibits. eriecanalmuseum.org

Village of Skaneateles This quintessential Finger Lakes village offers fine boutique shopping, art galleries, placid scenery, great dining, scenic boat tours on Mid-Lakes Navigation (315-685-8500) and more. skaneateles.com

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que Home to businessmen, bikers and blues, Dinosaur Bar-B-Que offers critically- acclaimed American barbeque at the original “Dino�. dinosaurbarbque.com

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Offers insight into the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Native Americans that have lived in this area for a thousand years. The Onondaga Nation (south of Syracuse) remain among the last sovereign Indigenous peoples in the United States. skanonhcenter.org

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Ska-nonh Great Law of Peace Center

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DAYS 7-9 IN BUFFALO NIAGARA

Albright-Knox Art Gallery

An outstanding center for modern and contemporary art, the collection at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery belongs among the world’s top international surveys of 20th century painting and sculpture. The collection includes Picasso, Monet, Rembrandt, Modigliani, Kieffer, Warhol and more. albrightknox.org

Canalside

The result of over $300 million in new development, Canalside hosts over 1,000 annual events. Every summer, outdoor yoga, children’s games and Thursday at Canalside concerts take place along the district’s Central Wharf.

Each winter, throngs of visitors flock to the Ice at Canalside, a 35,000 square foot rink on the recreated Erie Canal that features, skating, curling, pond hockey and ice bikes. canalsidebuffalo.com

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Darwin Martin House Frank Lloyd Wright, America’s greatest architect, designed a unique residential complex for wealthy Buffalo businessman Darwin D. Martin and his family between 1903-1905. The house is considered by leading architecture scholars as one of Wright’s finest achievements of the Prairie period and, indeed, of his entire career. Visit one or all five Wright designed structures in Buffalo. darwinmartinhouse.org

Buffalo Brewery Trail

Today, the Buffalo area has over a dozen new breweries, with more on the way! Come raise a glass and say Cheers!

Skäl! visitbuffaloniagara.com/beer

Double Decker Bus & Nickel City Tours

Explore Buffalo aboard an authentic British double decker bus.

Enjoy entertaining tours of Canalside, the Outer Harbor, city architecture and all the stories of Buffalo’s amazing heritage.

Nickel City Tours provides sightseeing tours showcasing the history and architecture of Buffalo. The buses are custom-made with nine rows of stadium seating allowing for unobstructed views of your surroundings, no matter where you sit. buffalodoubledeckerbus.com / nickelcitytours.com

Niagara Falls

Visit Niagara Falls State Park and take a ride on the Maid of the Mist. Then enjoy a Cave of the Winds Walk and a trolley ride through the park. visitbuffaloniagara.com/niagara-falls

HOTELS AND RECEPTIVE OPERATOR INFORMATION DAY 1-3 HUDSON VALLEY

DAY 4-6 SYRACUSE

DAY 7-9 BUFFALO NIAGARA

To book your reservation, email reservations@ americantours.com

Hampton Inn Fishkill

Jefferson Clinton Hotel

FI SH K I L L

Visit Franklin D. Roosevelt’s home on the Hudson. Explore historic homes, or spend a relaxing day at one of the vineyards. hamptoninn.hilton.com/Fishkill

SY R A C U SE

Located in Syracuse’s Historic Armory Square District, this area is alive with restaurants, shops, museums and entertainment venues. jeffersonclintonhotel.com

To book your reservation, email resv@canadvac.com

Hyatt house Fishkill

Jefferson Clinton Hotel

Hotel @ The Lafayette

FI SH K I L L

Restaurants and shopping within walking distance of hotel.

Conveniently located close to many Hudson Valley attractions. fishkill.house.hyatt.com

SY R A C U SE

Located in Syracuse’s Historic Armory Square District, this area is alive with restaurants, shops, museums and entertainment venues. jeffersonclintonhotel.com

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Beekman Arms Delamater Inn

Jefferson Clinton Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites Buffalo Downtown

To book your reservation, email FITsales@ tourmappers.com

To book your reservation, visit touricoholidays.com/ en/secure/LeadPage Registration.aspx These are suggested itineraries. Length of stay is customizable per individual request.

RHINEBECK

America’s oldest operating inn in heart of charming historic village with boutique shops, art galleries, farm fresh dining, festivals & events. beekmandelamaterinn.com

SY R A C U SE

Located in Syracuse’s Historic Armory Square District, this area is alive with restaurants, shops, museums and entertainment venues. jeffersonclintonhotel.com

Adam’s Mark Hotel B U F FA L O

Located at the waterfront in the heart of downtown. A short distance from theater, dining and nightlife. adamsmark.com

Great city center location with dining, nightlife and walking tours nearby. Historic landmark in a modern boutique style setting. thehotellafayette.com

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Just minutes from Canalside, AlbrightKnox and the Darwin Martin House.

Steps from dining and nightlife. hamptoninnbuffalo.com

Hyatt house Fishkill

Hampton Inn Carrier Circle Hyatt Regency Buffalo

FI SH K I L L

SY R A C U SE

Restaurants and shopping within walking distance of hotel.

Conveniently located close to many Hudson Valley attractions. fishkill.house.hyatt.com

Ideal location, near many businesses, restaurants, plus right off the NYS Thruway. Complimentary hot breakfast buffet, fitness room, indoor heated saltwater pool, plus more! hamptoninn.com

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Discover refined sophistication and unrivaled service at Hyatt Regency Buffalo - a landmark hotel in the heart of the business, entertainment, and dining districts in downtown Buffalo. buffalo.regency.hyatt.com