Family-friendly Fall Festivals in the Finger Lakes
The rush of summer may be winding down but there’s always time for afamily getaway in the Finger Lakes. Consider these great, family-friendly events…
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Cat’s in the Kitchen – A story of customer service and connections
The sound of a Corvette engine is definitely a sign of good times on the road in the Finger Lakes. When a bright red “Vette” pulled up outside Cat’s in the Kitchen in Canandaigua, the “purr” of the engine got the store owner’s attention. It was Memorial Day and the two female passengers from the…
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Winter Olympic Experiences in the Finger Lakes
For a little more than two week every four years, the eyes of the world focus on a city hosting the best winter sports athletes on the planet with a beautiful backdrop of mountains and snow. If you've ever told yourself while watching the events "I'd really like to try that," chances are you can…
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Thanksgiving in the Finger Lakes
Fall and the Finger Lakes go together like turkey and mashed potatoes, or a slice of warm pie and ice cream. Bottom line – it’s indescribably perfect. So, why not join us for Thanksgiving this year…
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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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Where to See Finger Lakes Foliage: 6 Fall Trips You'll Love
As the sunsets of summer drift into the horizon, the beautiful brushstrokes of autumn usher us into what many believe to be the best season of them all … fall. Pumpkin pickers and haunted-house historians rejoice with the changing colors of the leaves and the brisk crispness of the air. Fall beckons…
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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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FLX Flavor: Songs of a Finger Lakes Getaway
We miss the faces of our visitors and friends, and seeing the fun memories made every day here in the Finger Lakes. So, we decided to bring the Finger Lakes to you, wherever you are in the world!Enjoy FLX Flavor, a curated playlist of songs (recommended by you!) that encapsulates a Finger Lakes getaway…
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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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Use It, Don't Lose It: Spend Your Vacation Time in the Finger Lakes
American workers lefta record number of vacation days on the table last year—768 million days, up 9% from 2017—according to new research from the U.S. Travel Association, Oxford Economics and Ipsos. Find out why taking vacations is good for the mind, body and more…
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