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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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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A Tour of The Finger Lakes - New York
They are called the Finger Lakes. Eleven of them, long and narrow, like Today, the Finger Lakes region has become a chosen land for people Willard Chapel is interesting not only for its history, but the sheer Decorating Company in the stained ... [... 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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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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Geneva on the Lake, Geneva, NY - New York
When I left my room at Geneva on the Lake one evening, I met the maid coming up the stairs. She asked if I would like my bed turned down. I replied that it wasn't necessary. She smiled then, leaned in, lowered her voice, and asked, "Would you ... [... more]
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Rose Hill Mansion, Geneva, NY - An Architectural Gem - ...
Bob Saunderson's eyes twinkle when he tells the story of a woman from another museum coming to visit Rose Hill Mansion. But midway through the tour, the woman had changed her tune. "She was impressed by some of our pieces, and even gave us a few ... [... more]
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If You Decide to Visit
The Music Room, elegantly outfitted with Empire style furnishings, features one of first Grand Pianos made in the US. Built of solid mahogany, it is covered with crotch grain veneer. An American Empire harp, made by Brown and Buckwell of New York ... [... more]
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The Unique and Whimsical World of MacKenzie-Childs - New ...
MacKenzie-Childs is a very special place. It's difficult to say which is more awe-inspiring; the setting, high above Cayuga Lake, or the whimsical and colorful home furnishings, pottery and tableware that are made here. Whether you are a fan of ... [... more]
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The Unique and Whimsical World of MacKenzie-Childs Part ...
A novel piece is located on the second floor - a Kitchen-in-a-Cupboard. The wooden armoire contains a sink, microwave and mini-fridge, along with packets of coffee, cocoa, and other items that a guest might need. When the doors were closed, ... [... more]
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Two Finger Lakes Area Events - New York
If you're going to be in the Finger Lakes area this weekend, or if you need an excuse to be there, I can give you two - the Hill Cumorah Pageant and the Finger Lakes Wine Festival. The Hill Cumorah Pageant is a well-known theatrical production ... [... more]
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Book Review - Cobblestone Quest - Road Tours of New ...
Rich and Sue Freeman have written several books about New York State, including Take A Paddle - Finger Lakes and 200 Waterfalls in Central and Western New York. Their latest, Cobblestone Quest - Road Tours of New York's Historical Buildings, is a ... [... more]
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