Enter the home of Harriet Tubman, walk the Underground Railroad, experience poetry, films, inventors and more
New York, N.Y. - New York State (www.iloveny.com) is celebrating its rich African American heritage during Black History Month with an array of special events and cultural discovery opportunities across its 11 vacation regions. A sampling of events happening across the Empire State this February include:
Flight to Freedom: Rochester’s Underground Railroad, Rochester, NY
“Flight to Freedom” explores the paths of courageous freedom seekers through Rochester’s Underground Railroad in this dramatic, interactive exhibition. Walk in the footsteps of Austin Steward, Frederick Douglass, Harriet Jacobs and Reverend Thomas James as they overcome huge obstacles to build free lives. Read more »
New York, N.Y. - Chilly temperatures and an extended weekend are the perfect combination for value-added deals and packages this President’s Day at ski resorts in New York State. In 2009, visitation to New York’s 1000 ski trails at 48 ski resorts rose to make the state the fourth most visited ski destination in America with four million skiers and snowboarders. The Empire State is offering a number of ongoing winter promotions on its Web site, www.iloveny.com, including I LOVE NEW YORK’s “4th Graders Ski Free” and “Ski and Stay.” In addition, following are exclusive deals to take advantage of this President’s Day holiday: Read more »
New York, N.Y. - New York State has issued a proclamation declaring January as “Learn a Snow-Sport Month.” In honor of the month-long celebration, I LOVE NEW YORK (http://www.iloveny.com), New York State’s tourism promotion agency, is inviting winter sports enthusiasts to take advantage of the many winter value packages throughout the state and learn to ski or ride this season. Specials include the January-only (except MLK weekend 1/16-1/18) I LOVE NEW YORK “Learn A Snow-Sport” package, featuring 20 percent off regular rates for a beginner’s lesson at participating ski schools. The lesson includes a lift ticket and ski or snowboard rental (http://www.learnasnowsport.net). Read more »
New York, N.Y. - For those resolving to have more fun in 2010, New York State (http://www.iloveny.com/) is the place to get started. Beyond the bright lights and bustling crowds of Times Square, New York State invites travelers to ring in the New Year in front of a roaring fireplace at a cozy inn, on the slopes, at a lavish “Gatsby-era” themed party, or enjoying a festive fireworks display. Giving 2009 a proper send-off, here are some of the happenings travelers can expect when wishing loved ones a Happy New Year in New York State. Read more »
New York, N.Y. - Arkansas resident Marcela Tapia’s visit to the Empire State (http://www.iloveny.com/) included red carpet treatment from her favorite celebrity, Twilight Saga star Peter Facinelli. On December 15, Facinelli, who was on-set shooting an episode of Showtime series Nurse Jackie, welcomed Tapia and her husband, at the Queens-based studio, providing them with a set tour and introductions to other big-name Nurse Jackie actors, including New York native Edie Falco, before taping a playful one-on-one mock interview with Tapia about why Facinelli loves his home state of New York. The meet-and-greet resulted after Tapia won the Grand Prize in I LOVE NEW YORK’S Twitter sweepstakes featuring round trip tickets to New York via JetBlue Airlines (www.jetblue.com), luxurious hotel accommodations for two nights at The Sherry Netherland (www.sherrynetherland.com), two tickets to the set of the Showtime series Nurse Jackie to visit Facinelli, and a gift basket from I LOVE NEW YORK and EscapeMaker.com. Read more »
Ski and Stay Free, 4th Graders Ski Free, and a Frequent Skier Card For Ski Season
New York, NY -New York State, ranked #4 in the nation this year with 4 million skier visits, is kicking off the winter ski season with loads of value-packed offerings across its 1000 ski trails and 48 ski resorts. Adding to the savings, I LOVE NEW YORK (http://www.iloveny.com/), New York State’s tourism promotion agency, announces three value-added opportunities for winter snow sport enthusiasts seeking powder-packed excitement, including the “4th Graders Ski Free,” “Ski and Stay” and “Catskills Frequent Skier Card” promotions. Read more »
New York, NY - With the winter holidays on the horizon, New York State (http://www.iloveny.com/) is preparing for a season full of merriment and holiday spirit featuring festive events and value-added hotel packages across its 11 vacation regions. Here are some of the winter activities and deals travelers can expect this season. Read more »
