Ontario County, NY and surrounding counties will be in the path of totality for the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse. Prepare your safety and travel plans today! 

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Finger Lakes Visitors Connection

Finger Lakes Visitors Connection is the official tourism promotion agency representing Ontario County in the Finger Lakes region. Our team provides visitor information on wine trails, lake activities, historic attractions, spas, shopping, and more. Take a look around the website, request information or call our office to get more detailed itineraries, routes and trip planning suggestions.

The Ultimate Finger Lakes Fall Fun Guide

So long, summer. Hello, fall! It’s that time, once again, when pumpkin gets prime billing, sweaters become fashion statements and the leaves reveal their true talents. For many, the crisp air and cool breeze of this unfolding season are practically perfect. To enjoy autumn to the full extent, we’ve put together the Ultimate Finger Lakes Fall Fun Guide. Grab your friends and family, pick your spots and get ready to go adventuring…

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Return of the Retro Vacation in the Finger Lakes

These days, with experiences driven by data, reviews and all things internet, it’s easy to see how the information age has changed the way we vacation. With instant access to a world of research, your next relaxing getaway may require enough planning to make anybody’s brain freeze. But why dig so deep when a world of possibilities awaits with the help of a little throwback thinking…

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How to Create The Perfect Finger Lakes Travel Budget

Ahh, vacation. That wonderful time when you get to slide out of school, push work to the wayside and relax with the family. If done well, there’s nothing more enjoyable than breaking out the board games and settling in for some stories as you kick back in the gentle ease of no responsibilities. We all know that a little time off goes a long way in the happiness column, but it’s important to remember the dollars and cents that go into crafting each successful getaway. When planning the perfect vacation, having a travel budget is essential. Without it, an unexpected expense or two could make for a short-lived utopia. Fortunately, the Finger Lakes offer a plethora of options at a variety of price points to ensure a vacation that can be tailored to any travel budget. Mix and match or go straight down the line—we put together a list of options to fit any dollar amount…

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Best Places to Watch Sports in the Finger Lakes

When it comes to Upstate New York, there’s no shortage of sporting tradition. From the Buffalo Bills and their neighbor Sabres to the collegiate thrills of the Syracuse Orange, there’s always a game to get excited about. But while the athletes on the field serve as the main source of entertainment, almost equal in importance is a good atmosphere to soak in the sounds of competition. That’s why we’ve huddled up to find the four best places to watch sports in the Finger Lakes…

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