Best things to do in May in the Hudson Valley

Good morning New York folks and welcome back! Here’s what’s in today’s episode:

🚗 Local: Best things to do in May in the Hudson Valley
🌎 International: 20 Real Castles You Can Actually Still Visit
🇺🇸 Domestic: Nighttime Paddling for your bucket-list
🚘 Longterm Parking: Cheapest flights this summer using Kayak data

7 Things to Do this Memorial Day Weekend in the Hudson Valley

Hail the start of the summer in the Hudson Valley this Memorial Day Weekend with these cultural events. Craft markets, antique fairs, music festivals, and movie screenings are all on the docket, with regional artists, artisans, and musicians coming together to bring you a variety of ways to pass the time from Friday through Monday. Take your pick(s) from these events to shop, watch, listen, eat, entertain family, and support the hard work of artists in your community.

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9 Best Things to Do in Adirondacks May 2024

The Adirondacks is a vast and beautiful region in upstate New York, known for its stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation. May is an ideal time to visit the Adirondacks, as the weather is perfect for hiking, biking, fishing, and kayaking. Here are the 9 best things to do in the Adirondacks in May 2024:

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20 Real Castles You Can Actually Still Visit

Stepping into a castle is like stepping into a time machine. These stone storytellers, once the epicenters of regal realms, now stand as silent witnesses to a bygone era. They invite us to journey back to a time of gallant knights, ruling monarchs, and fairy-tale charm. (Who doesn’t love a good fairy tale?) Here are 20 such castles, each with its unique tale to tell, that you can actually still visit.

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12 Must-Visit Cities in the World

If you want to go around the world to the must-visit cities in a dozen destinations, you need to add these to your wish list. From Europe to Australia via Asia, Africa, and America, the following hotspots showcase how diverse city life can be. 

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Nighttime Paddling for your bucket-list

Unless it’s pouring rain, it is almost always a good time to get in, on, or near the water here in SoCal. Of course, there are countless ways to do that. I love swimming, walking on the beach with my dog, boat adventures (like this incredible whale-watching tour I recently went on!), picnicking on the shore of a beautiful lake, etc. And while sunny days definitely scream water activities, warm nights are just as perfect for being near the water – I love night swims, and who doesn’t love a bonfire on the beach? If a nighttime adventure sounds good to you, then you are going to love this standup paddle glow tour in Newport Beach, CA!

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Asheville Alfresco: The Best Places to Enjoy the Outdoors

The Blue Ridge Mountains were formed millions of years ago, when the Earth’s tectonic plates collided. Today, the gentle range, both inviting and awe-inspiring, remains one of the oldest and most beautiful in the world. And cutting its way through the mountains and winding its way through Asheville is the majestic French Broad River, thought to be one of the world’s most ancient rivers.

The combination of elevation and waterways makes this Southeast hub a natural draw for the outdoor adventurer, seducing everyone from the casual day hiker to the world-class paddler into its four-season embrace. On any given weekend throughout the year, the well-planned wanderer can enjoy any number of active pursuits—and even one or two that are less about adrenaline and more about relaxation. Our advice? Make sure to try a sampling of each.

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