New York state is known as a premier winter sport destination. With ski season upon us, regions throughout the state offer family travelers respite after they hit the slopes with these fabulous après-ski experiences.
Adirondacks
Former Winter Olympics host Lake Placid offers equal fun on and off the slopes. The town’s Main Street features many charming boutiques and restaurants. Lake George is another excellent location. Book a stay at iconic The Sagamore Resort and cozy up to fireside lounges, igloo dining and popular Glacier Ice Bar Lounge.
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Catskills
The Catskills region offers visitors a variety of cozy après-ski experiences. Enjoy culinary delights at Windham Mountain Club, from sushi to burgers. Urban Cowboy Lodge invites guests to unwind in its Estonian sauna and outdoor tubs.
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Chautauqua-Allegheny
Ellicottville is situated near popular ski resorts Holiday Valley Resort and HoliMont Ski Resort. This quaint town comes alive during the winter season with shops, breweries and restaurants. Plan a day off the slopes and explore more than a dozen wineries, breweries and distilleries on the Chautauqua Grape & Grain Trail.
Finger Lakes
Escape the crowds of the busy season and visit the Finger Lakes during winter. Located a short drive from several ski resorts, The Community Restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine alongside the area’s largest bourbon selection. The Social Restaurant Taproom offers local beer and craft cocktails.
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