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Theresa VanWormer

A recent convert to the Finger Lakes region, Theresa VanWormer is a lover of the outdoors, small businesses, and good food, she is excited to experience all this region has to offer. In her free time, Theresa likes to paddleboard, try new wine with her friends, and is always reading a book. 

 

Some Hollywood History From the Finger Lakes

The inspiration for this post came from an email we received from a potential visitor to the Finger Lakes. It was one of the more unique emails we have seen in our inbox and it ended up sending a few of us here in the office on a mission to find the answers! The sender began by disclosing how much of a fan he is of the actor Humphrey Bogart and that he was having trouble finding some information on his past…

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4 Things to Do Before Summer Runs Out in the Finger Lakes

In New York State, we are known and loved for our changing seasons, but especially for our beautiful green summer months. Before temperatures cool down for fall, here are 5 fun-in-the-sun activities to make the most of the end of summer! Music and Theatre! You can find something happening almost every weekend during the rest of summer, no matter when you’re visiting. If you’re looking for some cool things to plan a trip around, here are some locations with fun events to check out…

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Luxury Finger Lakes Accommodations

In the Finger Lakes, we use a term called “laidback luxury" when we describe the feeling of what it is like to experience a trip to our region. This comes from the combination of beautiful boutique hotels with incredible restaurants, and the charm of a small town at heart. If you are looking for a…

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Pet-Friendly Places in the Finger Lakes

Taking a trip to the Finger Lakes means fun times, relaxing stays and an oasis from the rigors of everyday life. But for many, the Finger Lakes area checks one additional box: figuring out what to do with your pets. There’s always a heartstring tugged when it comes to leaving your pets…

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Father's Day in The Finger Lakes

There are loads of ways to celebrate dad this Father’s Day in the Finger Lakes, way too many to list all of them, but here are a few personal recommendations to make Father’s Day 2024 one to remember. For the beer geek dad If you have a dad who likes to spend his down time pursuing new beers and…

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Celebrate Pride Month in the Finger Lakes!

June is Pride Month—a worldwide celebration of the LGBTQ community! All month long, every major US city will have rainbow-clad parades and exciting escapades that recognize a full spectrum of sexual orientations, genders and lifestyles. But luckily you don’t need to travel far to embrace Pride. Mark your calendars, because Ontario County has a variety of local pride events happening throughout early June…

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Budget Friendly Ways to Visit the Finger Lakes

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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