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A Local’s List Of Travel Options To Go When You Want To Leave New York

If you live in New York, then you know being here on a summer weekend is no fun. Sure, a picnic in the park is nice, but don’t even think about going down to SoHo. You will be eaten alive in a sea of Europeans. If you want to get out of the city, here are some fun options.

Just drive north. It doesn’t matter where, the further you drive north, the more beautiful it gets. Find a little hotel on a placid lake in Connecticut, or stay at the Castle on the Hudson for a luxurious weekend vacation.

Another option is to go to Fire Island. If you have never been to Fire Island, it is worth the trek. The island has its own climate system; so don’t pay attention to any forecasts, as it is usually good weather there.

Of course, a very popular option for New Yorkers on the weekend is to head out east to the Hamptons. I personally don’t love the nightlife out in the Hamptons, but it is a great place to be during the day.

Some of the best areas to go out east include East Hampton, Amagansett and Sag Harbor. All are about a one hour to one and a half hour drive from Manhattan without traffic.

The Hamptons can be a bit much for a lot of people though, especially at night. Another fun option is to head out to the North Fork of Long Island. Towns like Riverhead and Aquebogue are filled with great vineyards and farms.

Cape Cod is another great option to get away for the weekend. You can take the train from Penn Station up to Boston and then its about a 45 minute ride from there. Or just endure the 3 hour drive.

Hopefully you find this guide helpful if you are living in New York or are visiting New York for an extended period of time.

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