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New York City, half-jokingly referred to as the center of the universe, rumbles with energy, ambition and gusto.

Celebrate your honeymoon, observe one of the world’s natural wonders or pursue history, wine and outdoor sports interests.

Head east from the big-city environment of Manhattan to parks, museums and beaches. Enjoy the mix of affluent and laid-back communities on this long island.

Perched atop Albany’s State Street hill, this ornate building has served as the seat of New York State government since the 19th century. 

Enjoy the scenery beside lush green hills and visit the art galleries in the riverside towns of this sprawling rural area.

Head east from the big-city environment of Manhattan to parks, museums and beaches. Enjoy the mix of affluent and laid-back communities on this long island.

 With its pristine water, wooded shoreline and more than 300 islands, this New York destination earns its nickname, the “Queen of American Lakes.”

Head east from the big-city environment of Manhattan to parks, museums and beaches. Enjoy the mix of affluent and laid-back communities on this long island.

Old World splendor and modern performance standards meet at this renovated heritage theater located in Albany’s downtown. Tour the building or see a show.

Before or after walking across the Brooklyn Bridge, rest in this long park that acts as an arrow pointing toward downtown Manhattan.

One of the country’s most unique buildings, this performance space is both an architectural marvel and a great place to catch a show.

Kids will learn about plants, the environment and healthy eating in a fun and interactive subsection of the New York Botanical Garden.

Kids will learn about plants, the environment and healthy eating in a fun and interactive subsection of the New York Botanical Garden.

Power and wealth and breathtaking scenery are concentrated on this very small island. Immerse yourself for a few days or a lifetime.

There’s something at once familiar and exciting about the Brooklyn waterfront, which has become emblematic of a generation.

Eclectic and socially conscious contemporary theater shares space with a church in this historic building in the heart of Brooklyn’s arts district. 

One short block in Park Slope shows off the best of the neighborhood’s historic architecture, plus traces of the elite New Yorkers who have called it home. 

In Albany’s beautiful plaza, find the New York State capital center, as well as fountains, parks, shops, museums and even a world-class art collection.

Once the largest amusement area in the U.S., you’ll still find plenty of entertainment for the young and young at heart here.