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Hidden Pond Tree Farm

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Winter is coming faster than the final season of Game of Thrones -- and with mercifully fewer decapitations and White Walker attacks.

The Best Christmas Tree Farms Near NYC

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The most exciting part about summer in New York City is actually getting outside of New York City.

The Best Things to Do in Upstate New York This Summer

Dave Weiland

Located just under three hours by car or bus from NYC are the Catskills: a mountain range that’s long been a haven for outdoor recreationalists and artists alike.

How to Have the Best Catskills Weekend This Summer

Whiteface

Travel

Explore adventure guides and design a custom itinerary for the destination of your choice in and around the city.

Best Travel Guides, Cool Hotels and Interesting Events - Thrillist

There’s no reason to spend all of winter inside your apartment, binge-watching The OA and refreshing flight deals to the Caribbean.

New York State Winter Getaways You Need to Take

Jim Smith Photography

If you haven’t made a weekend trip upstate yet this summer, well, what are you waiting for?

Spend the Night at One of Upstate NY's Best Hotels, Inns, and B&Bs 

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Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

Best Restaurants & Bars - Places to Eat & Drink - Thrillist

Unless you’re from Buffalo or Western New York, The Nickel City flies under the radar in many categories.

The 15 Best Restaurants in Buffalo

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Turns out, even though both technically make you a New Yorker (Yawker?), living in New York State and living in NYC are kind of not the same.