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if yoU’RE looking for a real taste of americana, the travel experts at Barrhead Travel recommend the endless experiences New york State has to offer.
Enjoy adventure in the adirondack Mountains – one of america’s largest wildlife preserves – or the unforgettable Niagara falls during a thrilling boat tour or sample the famous wines in Hudson Valley.
The city isn’t off limits, too. Take a day trip into the Big apple for shopping, dining, sightseeing and the dazzling lights of Broadway.
Venture upstate to the thundering wonder of Niagara falls. Try to stay dry on the Maid of the Mist cruise, while you cross over the Rainbow Bridge into Canada for a spectacular illuminated night-time view of New york state.
Some visitors have argued that New york offers a more natural experience of the falls, as the US side is situated within a national park rather than a tourist town.
New york’s scenic finger Lakes region is in the western part of the state and is named after the 11 long, narrow, north–south lakes that stretch across its plains.
ideally suited for watersports and outdoor activities, the region is popular with active holidaymakers looking for fishing and kayaking.
wine lovers will love the awardwinning tipples that grow in the region, while cultural attractions include the Haunted History Trail.
wine enthusiasts must also visit Hudson Valley, the oldest wine-making and grape-growing region in the US.
New york state has plenty of peaceful state parks but allegany clocks in as the state’s largest.
you could head to Saranac Lake and Tupper Lake regions for kayaking and canoeing, or take your pick from hiking trails in the High Peaks wilderness in the Lake Placid region.
a contrast to its glitzy namesake city, New york state is an abundance of green and natural landscapes, outdoor activities and quaint towns packed with New England charm.
To fly direct from Edinburgh to Stewart international airport in upstate New york, contact Barrhead Travel on 0141 222 2223.