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Plan an Art & History-Filled Museum Crawl Through Saratoga County, NY

August 14, 2020

Plan an Art & History-filled Museum Crawl through Saratoga County NY Editor’s Note (7/15/2020): The Capital Region has entered Phase 4 of reopening, and museums are permitted to reopen for visitors with social distancing regulations. Below, we’ve noted which museums have announced tentative reopening dates and more information. Whether you’re a history buff, a fan…

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Perfect Picnic Places in Saratoga County & Spots to Grab the Grub

July 29, 2020

Perfect Picnic Places in Saratoga County & Spots to Grab the Grub The next time you’re craving a quiet afternoon with a serious sandwich or otherwise kicked-up-a-notch lunch grab a basket, a blanket, and head to one of these serene spots in Saratoga County. The following seven picnic places all happen to have the ideal…

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Check Out These Top Fishing Spots in Saratoga County

July 15, 2020

Check Out These Top Fishing Spots in Saratoga County Head to these lakes, rivers, or ponds in Saratoga County for prime fishing opportunities, including the place where the largest Northern pike to date has been caught in this country. Saratoga Lake The DEC states that Saratoga Lake is stocked with approximately 8,600,000 walleyes by the…

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Take a Self-Guided Architecture Tour through Saratoga

May 19, 2020

Take a Self-Guided Architecture Tour Through Saratoga Saratoga County is a treasure trove of houses, buildings, and businesses boasting tall towers, classic columns, and symmetrical details you don’t need to be an architect to appreciate. Check out our suggestions below for examples of exceptional architecture throughout the area and plan a self-guided tour. Take a…

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8 Best Places for Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing in Saratoga

February 19, 2020

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Why You Should Make Saratoga Your Romantic Winter Getaway Destination

January 25, 2020

Why You Should Make Saratoga Your Romantic Winter Getaway Destination January 25, 2020 If you’re looking to heat up your relationship during the cold days of winter, then a romantic getaway to Saratoga is just what you need. This is the season for romance, and nothing compares to cozying up by a fireplace, heading out…

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Relax & Renew Your Spirit: Enhance Your Quality of Life in Saratoga

December 19, 2019

Relax & Renew Your Spirit Enhance Your Quality of Life in Saratoga December 19, 2019 It’s easy to say we’ll make time for self-care, but what does that entail? Facials and yoga classes? Perhaps, but it can be much more! You’ll discover a wide range of opportunities to feed your mind, body, and soul in…

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Indoor Cold Weather Activities Kids Will Love in Saratoga

November 19, 2019

Indoor Cold-Weather Activities Kids Will Love in Saratoga 9 Ways to Fill Your Saratoga Winter with Family Fun November 19, 2019 As the weather turns cold in Saratoga, don’t be tempted to spend your weekends at home! Take the kids out to enjoy one of the many fun indoor activities that Saratoga County has to…

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13 Spooky Saratoga Area Spots to Dine, Stay and Visit This Halloween Season

October 22, 2019

Saratoga County is full of old buildings and historic sites, so it’s no wonder that ghost stories abound. Somewhere between colonial times, the Gilded Age, and the present day, Saratoga Springs and the surrounding towns have collected their fair shares of haunted houses, spirit sightings, and other strange and unexplained phenomena. If you’re in the…

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Discover the 11 Best Instagrammable Photo Spots in Saratoga County

September 17, 2019

Love sharing stunning photos on Instagram? You’ve come to the right place! The Saratoga area is filled with picturesque photo spots, from parks to museums and beyond. We’ve rounded up our favorite Instagrammable photo spots in Saratoga County to add to your agenda next time you’re out and about in the region. Yaddo Gardens Photo…

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