A Guide to Kingston, NY

By |2022-10-06T19:49:28+00:00October 30th, 2019||

  Two hours from NYC, the Hudson River Valley town of Kingston is situated at the base of the Catskill Mountains on the Rondout Creek. As the original capital city of New York, it's loaded with history and incredible architecture — plus, a very vibrant art community. Like many Hudson Valley towns, ...

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A Chat with Lis Bar in Kingston, NY

By |2022-05-03T13:20:57+00:00October 6th, 2019||

In the foothills of the Catskill Mountains and Hudson Valley, drinking and eating options in the city of Kingston, NY continue to expand.In October of 2018, Lis Bar opened in the midtown area of Kingston, joining a few other small businesses in a growing community.Escape Brooklyn caught up with proprietors Patricia ...

Private Catskills Camping at Hemlock Falls in Parksville, NY

By |2021-05-07T15:44:36+00:00June 18th, 2019||

  Nestled in the woods of Parksville, NY, 2.5-hrs from NYC, Hemlock Falls Camping offers an unforgettable and luxurious camping experience. The Catskills’ newest glamping offering, Hemlock Falls Camping provides the comfort of a warm bed and covered deck set against the beautiful backdrop of a Catskill Mountain forest. Four ...

The Windham Earle in Windham, NY

By |2021-05-07T15:47:50+00:00May 28th, 2019||

Named after a Twin Peaks character, the Windham Earle is full of the same kitschy lodge vibes as its namesake. It was recently renovated by a guy in the film industry, so it's no surprise that there are delightful vignettes throughout the home–including the very planty bathroom, or the massive fireplace with a full-size skeleton lounging above it. A literally perfect getaway for big groups, especially in summer, with a bonfire pit, outdoor charcoal BBQ, and a private pond.

Rolling River Guest House & Residence in Parksville, NY

By |2023-10-15T06:29:54+00:00April 29th, 2019||

  The Catskills are reviving! Previously the Rolling River Cafe Gallery & Inn, this idyllic 7.35 acre country estate is a rare riverfront property on Little Beaverkill River with 1000 feet of waterfront. The property features two well-preserved homes, fully-updated to code, with new roofs and utilities, including perfect WiFi and ...

Earthgirl Flowers

By |2021-01-06T20:18:45+00:00December 7th, 2018||

Petal pusher Jill Wiener wants to be your flower girl!  Earthgirl Flowers has a foolproof plan for creating the perfect floral artistry for your big day:  listen first, then plan.  Her varied selection of vases and vessels are on loan for your event; there are no cookie-cutter containers here, and ...

Joshua Brown Photography

By |2021-01-07T15:28:08+00:00December 6th, 2018||

Joshua Brown is a Hudson Valley New York based photographer and videographer with over 18 years of wedding experience. He primarily works in NYC and the Hudson Valley, but is available for destination weddings worldwide. He shoots everything from tiny elopements in the forest to extravagant celebrity weddings for hundreds, and ...

Upstream Wine & Spirits

By |2021-01-07T15:23:42+00:00December 4th, 2018||

Upstream is a thoughtfully curated wine and spirits shop that has become a staple on Main Street, Livingston Manor for locals and visitors alike. Owner Meg McNeill managed Greenpoint favorite Dandelion Wine for several years before bringing her enthusiasm and expertise to the Western Catskills fulltime. Specializing in sustainable, organic ...

Coming Soon: Escape Brooklyn Weddings!

By |2021-05-05T21:38:20+00:00November 25th, 2018||

The Escape Brooklyn team has some exciting news: we're launching a wedding section! In December 2018, we'll begin listing our favorite venues, artists, vendors, photographers, florists, catering, and other services — and updating the list constantly. The wedding sections features will follow the same ethos our travel and real estate sections do: it doesn't ...

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A Shopping Guide to Kingston, NY

By |2021-11-28T13:48:02+00:00November 20th, 2018||

Years ago, Escape Brooklyn first created a guide to Kingston, NY inspired by a trip to its downtown area. Retail pioneers Kingston Wine Co. had just opened shop there, with a handful of others including Milne, Hops Petunia, Brunette Wine Bar, and Clove & Creek. Nowadays, the "downtown" area of ...

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