If you are looking for a perfect weekend getaway or vacation destination, Columbia County, NY is an ideal place to visit. Nestled between the banks of the Hudson River and the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains, the county offers breathtaking vistas and unsurpassed rural beauty. Pick a country road and see where it takes you. You are sure to pass country stores and farm markets brimming with local produce and baked goods. Stop and pick your own apples, berries, peaches and have a taste of what “fresh picked” truly means. Or follow the Berkshire Hudson Beverage Trail and sample local vintners and brew masters’ finest wines and spirits.

Easily accessible by car or Amtrak train, Columbia County is packed with events, attractions and activities to keep everyone entertained.

For outdoor enthusiasts, there are over 25 miles of trails for hiking and bird watching or acres of state parks and campgrounds to pitch a tent or [...]

Orleans County 4-H Fair   Monday, 7-22 through Saturday, 7-27. Midway, stage entertainment, animals, 4-H exhibits, special food nights, merchandise & food vender booths. Fun for everyone. Located at the Orleans County Fair Grounds, Route 31, Knowlesville. For more information, go to www.orleans4-Hfair.com or call 585-798-4265.

The Dye Club at Barefoot Resort will host the World Championship on August 30th, dawning the overall winner of the 30th annual World Am. The Dye Club has been ranked among America’s Top 100 public courses and is a worthy replacement to TPC Myrtle Beach, the previous host for the past three years. Details found here.

Friday 7.19 to Sunday 7.21.2013

Friday 7.19.13  7 – 9 pm: Dinner with the  Dennis McClung Blues Band  at the RailYard Restaurant.  Enjoy live Blues and dinner for only $18.

Saturday 7.20.13  11 am – 10:30 pm: Riverside Blues Festival  All-day ticket $10. Riverside Street in Elkins, WV  http://riversidebluesfest.com

Sunday 7.21.13  11 am: Blues Train departs the Elkins Depot  for High Falls of Cheat w/on board music by Phil Wiggins & Eleanor Ellis.  Extended layover w/ Picnic & more live music by  Phil and Eleanor.  Ticket prices available at:  http://mountainrail.com

Sunday 7.21.13  4 pm: Town Square Performance upon return. Riverside Blues Babies & The African Caribbean Dance troupes, Gospel Sing w/ Miss Freddye and Shaun Booker. Free to the public. Lodging available with Iron Road Inn Friday and/or Saturday.  http://IronRoadInn.com

Parkwood Lodge features a variety of affordable lodging including; lodge rooms, kitchenettes and suites with wood burning fireplaces.  The property has many amenities for your enjoyment; a large indoor pool, whirlpool, property wide wireless internet, charcoal grills, picnic areas, playground, tennis courts, and bon fire pit and lots of open space to play!  We are located on State Highway 42, between Ephraim and Fish Creek, right in the center of Door County.  Staying at Parkwood Lodge in Fish Creek is like staying at Peninsula State Park without the hassles of camping!   Our lodge is located directly across from this jewel of the state park system.  In fact you can cross the road and be on the hiking trail in 5 minutes from any of our rooms.  We have a fire pit on site with free firewood – you bring the marshmallows and you can have [...]

Berkeley Springs, West Virginia has been in the stress relief business since George Washington was a teenager making it the country’s first spa. Today the historic town exceeds its reputation with a selection of spas, three times as many massage therapists as lawyers and a gaggle of notable chefs.

Charming streets showcase new best friends from the owners of distinctive shops and artists at work to local farmers selling their produce. The shining heart of town is Berkeley Springs State Park home of the historic warm springs, its open display of healing waters available 24/7. Nearby Cacapon State Park adds hiking, golf and outdoor adventure to the mix. Year ’round festivals and a lively local music scene make every weekend a celebration. Mountain views, a pair of rivers and four colorful seasons provide photo ops galore.

Located at the center of the universe, Berkeley Springs [...]

Explore Lewis County, West Virginia where heroes were raised, legends were born and memories are made. You will find glass shops and a glass museum, a haunted and historic Asylum for the insane, the boyhood home of the famous Civil War General “Stonewall” Jackson, a vineyard and winery housed in a hand cut stone building, premier golf courses, a four star resort, a military museum, quaint shops and delightful restaurants, two beautiful lakes with plenty of fishing, hunting, hiking, boating and so much more.

Come to our corner of the world – relax, rejuvenate and enjoy while exploring all Lewis County has to offer. For more information call 800-296-7329, visit www.lewiscountycvb.com or www.stonewallcountry.com.