The Statue of Liberty - A History - New York
The Statue of Liberty in New York City is one of America's most enduring signs of freedom and hope. Where did it come from, and why was it created? The idea was first thought up in 1865 at a dinner run by Professor Edourd de Laboulaye. The group ... [... more]
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Roseland Water Park Review - New York
Roseland Water Park is a wonderful summer destination in Upstate New York. Roseland Water Park is in Canandaigua, near Rochester, and encompasses over 50 acres of water-related amusement. I visited Roseland Water Park in the Summer of 2008 for ... [... more]
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Friends Lake Inn, Chestertown, NY - New York
Friends Lake Inn, in Chestertown, is a hidden jewel. My husband and I stumbled onto this luxurious inn on a weekend jaunt in the Adirondacks. We checked it out, decided to spend the night, and loved it! We hadn't planned on a romantic weekend. My ... [... more]
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The Statue of Liberty Poem - New York
The famous poem inscribed on the Statue of Liberty is officially titled "The New Colossus." It was written by poet Emma Lazarus in 1883 as a donation to an auction which was intended to raise money for the pedestal which the Statue of Liberty .. [... more]
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An Adirondack Paddlefest Weekend - New York
When we get the chance, my husband and I like to attend Adirondack Paddlefest. This annual event, held in May, features canoes and kayaks, vendors, guest speakers and demonstrations. A few years ago, we drove up to Inlet and made a weekend out of it. [... more]
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Finger Lakes Wine Fest Fun for Non Drinkers, Too - New York
Whether you go to sample the area's best wines or not, you'll find plenty to enjoy at the Finger Lakes Wine Fest. At the festival, held in Watkins Glen, I wandered from vendor to vendor, examining offerings that ranged from wine-glass necklaces ... [... more]
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Visiting the Corning Museum of Glass - New York
The Corning Museum of Glass is located in Corning, New York, a small city in the Southern Tier of New York near the Pennsylvania border. Corning is a logical home for the Corning Museum of Glass, as it is the home of Corning Incorporated ... [... more]
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Fall Foliage in New York State - New York
It's a bittersweet time here in northern New York, at least for me. The leaves are starting to turn, signaling the advance of fall, my favorite season. But it also means that winter is close behind. I like winter, but only the first two months or ... [... more]
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Warfield's Restaurant, Clifton Springs, NY - New York
My husband and I arrived in Clifton Springs a little early, so we walked around a bit. While exploring downtown, we happened on a beautiful little garden. There was a cute little pond with goldfish, a fountain, beautiful stonework and lots of ... [... more]
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Applefest 2005 and Other Apple Events - New York
The 17th Annual Applefest 2005 is set for Sunday, October 2, in downtown Warwick. Applefest will run from 10 am to 5 pm. This annual event features food, including Greek and American cusine, 275 artisans offering everything from stained glass to ... [... more]
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Ten Free Things to do in New York City - New York
Deborah Crawford, our BellaOnline's Family Travel Editor, has written an excellent article chock-full of free (and fun!) things to do in New York City. Some of her suggestions include free tours, free admission to museums, and if you can't make ... [... more]
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A Tour of Watkins Glen, NY - New York
Watkins Glen is located at the southern tip of Seneca Lake, the deepest of the 11 Finger Lakes in New York State. This charming village is well-known as the home of both the Watkins Glen International Speedway and Watkins Glen State Park. But as ... [... more]
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