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

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

Enjoy the New York panorama from the site of an iconic photo depicting workers taking a lunch break on a construction beam high in the sky.

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

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

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

On the eastern edge of Long Island, enjoy a day on this exclusive beach complete with lifeguards, restrooms, a snack bar and other amenities.

This upstate New York city features top-rated cultural attractions, beautiful natural areas and a very special supermarket.

On the eastern edge of Long Island, enjoy a day on this exclusive beach complete with lifeguards, restrooms, a snack bar and other amenities.

A well-known poet’s estate now houses an excellent collection of art from the 1800s and 1900s within a pretty wooded preserve.

On the eastern edge of Long Island, enjoy a day on this exclusive beach complete with lifeguards, restrooms, a snack bar and other amenities.

This stylish park at the southernmost tip of Manhattan is a destination for one of the best sunsets in the city.

See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

Experience the rugged beauty of the South Fork’s Atlantic coastline when you explore the hiking trails, fishing spots and scenic viewpoints in this nature reserve.

Capture photos of stunning views over Hempstead Bay and follow a trail through the majestic mansions of the Gatsby era.

Take a nostalgic journey on this beautifully restored antique carousel enclosed within a sleek glass pavilion overlooking the Brooklyn Bridge.

Capture photos of stunning views over Hempstead Bay and follow a trail through the majestic mansions of the Gatsby era.

See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

Get a delicious introduction to Long Island’s winemaking country when you visit this winery on a picturesque plot cooled by refreshing Atlantic breezes.