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Just like everything else, summer vacation has taken on new meaning this year. International travel has paused, concerts are only seen on screens and festivals are going digital. In a way, it’s a return to the more relaxed days of yesteryear. No overflowing calendar, no frantic packing for that mad dash to the airport and don’t even get us started on cruises. But despite all this, one classic summer staple remains: the road trip.

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When the calendar flips to June in the Finger Lakes, we go full summer mode. We’re talking boat rides, hiking, dining outside, glasses of wine on patios and decks and enjoying all things fresh and local.

Enter: Farmers’ Markets.

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Picture this: You wake up to the sounds of birds and the soft movement of the water. You wake up when you want to, and there’s a full day of fun planned from hiking to wine tastings, or maybe you have no plans at all. It’s the luxury of choice!

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With five glacial-carved lakes surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque vistas around every

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The first thing we often hear from our city visitors is, “I can’t believe all the stars you can see!” It is true – the beauty in the Finger Lakes doesn’t set with the sun!

Wherever you are visiting us from, here are a few spots that are sure to offer some brilliant stargazing landscapes.

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Across the Finger Lakes, murals dot nearly every corner of our area. A mural is any piece of artwork painted or applied directly on a wall or other permanent surface. And there are plenty to marvel in Ontario County! These gorgeous works of art promote local talent and engage the community by turning empty city walls into huge public canvases.

Jump in your car and plan your next day trip by checking out each of our murals up close. How many can you find?

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Hiking the trails of Ontario County is fun to do in any season, but if you’re looking to add a new twist to your next adventure, consider Geocaching. Remember to adhere to social distancing guidelines when you head out!

Simply put, geocaching is a treasure hunt. It’s the activity of hunting for, and finding, a hidden object by using GPS (Global Positioning System) coordinates that are posted on the Geocaching website. The game is completely free, and you can download the Geocaching app to most smart phones, or you can purchase a hand-held GPS device to help you find hidden geocaches. Once you have the app or a GPS device, you can start finding hidden geocaches anywhere around the world!

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Raise your hand if your dad is the hardest person to shop for 🙋. You want to tell your dad how much he means to you, but how many ties and grill supplies can one man take? If you’re looking for gift ideas to get dad into the Finger Lakes spirit, while showing him how much he means to you, look no further!

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There’s just something about a rooftop bar that makes the drinks taste better, the conversations livelier and the experience elevated (quite literally!). With the gorgeous panoramic views of the Finger Lakes region, we love seeing our number of rooftop bars continue to rise.

Please remember that social distancing guidelines are still in place. Keep yourselves and our community safe by following all rules and regulations!

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There are miles and miles of nature to explore in the Finger Lakes! You can find grassy walks, gorgeous waterfalls and shady tree-lined paths. Every season offers new something new.

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