If You’re Looking To Escape The Hustle And Bustle Of New York City For A Cozy Weekend This Winter, Here Are Our Favorite Cold-Weather Getaway Spots For City Dwellers Hoping To Unwind
If you live in New York City, chances are, you hate the winter.
Wintertime in New York can bring some beautiful things, like holiday lights in the streets and your favorite winter fashion. Still, it also comes with many irritating things like sludgy, icy streets, freezing cold nights, and tons of tourists.
While most of us New Yorkers would love to flock to someplace warm and tropical during the winter, not all of us have the time or money to make that happen. So, here are some ideas for a winter weekend getaway from NYC that will help you embrace the cozier parts of winter.
Hudson, New York
Hudson is a great little city upstate that lots of people adore. It’s accessible from the city, being only around 2 hours away via car or train. You can spend your days visiting local shops, checking out the beautiful parks, or cozying up inside some of the lovely Airbnbs and hotels in the area.
Rhinebeck, New York
Rhinebeck is known for looking like a town straight out of a Hallmark movie or Gilmore Girls. There are a lot of great restaurants and coffee shops in the area that are guaranteed to make you feel warm and happy. It’s also in close distance to other historical places and stops in New York, making it a great road trip destination.
Tannersville, New York
Tannersville is an especially great place to visit if you love winter sports and activities. Aside from its adorable historical village and being right near the Catskills, there are tons of opportunities to enjoy outdoor sports like skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, tubing, and hiking.
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Hamburg, New Jersey
While this location may sound random, it’s the home of Crystal Springs Resort, equipped with heated pools in the winter that will make anyone who misses the summer very happy. It’s an extremely relaxing resort with great restaurants and bars and is close to places for winter activities like skiing and tubing.
Westerly, Rhode Island
Rhode Island is an excellent place to visit in the winter if you love to see the beach year-round. With its gorgeous ocean views, nice restaurants, and beautiful properties, Westerly is an awesome spot for a weekend getaway.
Kennebunkport, Maine
If you have the means to travel further away from the city, Maine is a beautiful state for soaking up some natural beauty and getting some fresh air. The town of Kennebunkport is especially great in the winter, as there are lots of holiday festivities downtown that will make you feel like you’re in a movie.
There you have it: some options for your upcoming winter weekend getaway from the city! If you’re struggling to find time to visit one of these places, hang in there – harsh winter weather is only temporary. If you’re lucky enough to find some time to get away, enjoy yourself!
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