Beyond New York City is a vast and stunning outdoor playground, which is often overlooked by visitors to the Big Apple. New York State delights those who visit with its national parks, deep valleys, rivers and lakes.

Long Island, just 40 miles east of Manhattan, has stunning beaches, family fun parks including an aquarium and zoo and is the world-famous celebrity weekend playground of The Hamptons. Hudson Valleys’ river-hugging towns, antique shops and architectural treasures draw visitors to the region and Bear State Mountain Park, the US Military Academy and the historical homes of great American families such as the Rockerfellers and Vanderbilts keep them there.

With an increasing reputation for great wines, the Finger Lakes are America’s largest wine producing region outside California. Also home to some of the USA’s most spectacular gorges and glens as well as two of the State's most intriguing cities, Rochester and Syracuse, this region offers a great combination of natural, historic and modern-day attractions.

The state capital, Albany, sits in the northern Saratoga Region. Surrounded by rolling hills and bordered by several mountain ranges, its backdrop is spectacular. The city is famous for its mineral springs as well as the renowned thoroughbred horse racing. Take a trip to the Empire State Plaza observation deck, for fantastic views of Albany and the Hudson River.

Those who love the thrill of the outdoors should head for The Adirondacks region, filled with lush forests, rushing streams and mountain peaks, the perfect setting to enjoy hiking, bike rides, skiing, boat trips and so much more. Alternatively why not visit the Catskills region, Thousand Island Seaways or the Greater Niagara region, home to one of the seven natural wonders of the world – Niagara Falls.