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2015 TOUR PRODUCTS
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ALL-DAY ACCESS PASS Enjoy the Ride – with a guide! The only harbor cruise that lets you hop off, explore, then hop on again! Take an express trip from West 39th St. to Battery Park, then to Pier 11, Wall Street and across the East River to Brooklyn’s DUMBO Fulton Ferry Landing – then back up to West 39th St.! Get amazing views of the Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn Bridge and visit New York’s bustling waterfront neighborhoods along our guided tour!
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VIP ALL-ACCESS TOUR Be treated like royalty! The NYWT VIP All-Access Tour will bring you front and center to NYC’s newest & most iconic sites - all in a New York Minute! HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: • Entry to the Empire State Building • Double Decker bus tour • VIP access to the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum – home of the Space Shuttle Enterprise • Priority boarding for New York Water Taxi cruise • Special Lower Manhattan walking tour concluding at the 9/11 Memorial Museum DURATION: Approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes SCHEDULE: 7:30am - Meet at the Empire State Building TICKETS: $119.00 per person
VIP STATUE BY NIGHT: AIR & SEA Invoke your inner jet-setter and experience NYC on a tour that combines our Statue by Night cruise with a one-of-a-kind helicopter ride.
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STATUE BY NIGHT Bask in the glowing panoramic view of NYC’s celebrated towers, memorials, and of course, glorious Lady Liberty! Narrated by informative and entertaining guides, this evening tour features a champagne toast for those 21 and over with a valid ID.
6:15pm - 7:00pm - Flights for all customers( 12-15 min each) 7:00pm - HFS employee to escort VIPs to Pier 16 7:30pm - Statue by Night cruise aboard New York Water Taxi 8:30pm - VIP transfer back to Times Square TICKETS: $251.00 per person
SCHEDULE: 7:30pm-8:30pm (nightly) - Departs from Pier 16 (South Street Seaport) TICKETS: Adults: $31 | Children (3-12yrs): $19
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ZEPHYR STATUE OF LIBERTY EXPRESS Luxury has a new name - the ZEPHYR! See New York like never before aboard this one-of-a kind yacht. Your hour-long tour takes you by the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island and more! With multiple decks, indoor and outdoor views, touring NYC doesn’t get any better than this. SCHEDULE: January – March: (aboard New York Water Taxi) 10:00am, 11:15am, 12:30pm, 1:45pm and 3:00pm April – December: 10:00am, 11:15am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm, 3:30pm, 5:00pm* (*May-Sept. only) Departs from Pier 16 (South Street Seaport)
charters & special events special events With weekly happy hours and dance cruises, and seasonal and holiday trips, the ZEPHYR Luxury Yacht is always buzzing with first class events. Check out circlelinedowntown.com to see what’s happening soon!
TICKETS: Adults: $31 Children (3-12yrs): $19
ZEPHYR private charter
SHARK SPEED BOAT THRILL RIDE Enjoy a boat ride with bite! If you see a set of giant jaws racing across New York Harbor, don’t panic. That’s just SHARK, Circle Line Downtown’s heart-pounding, 30-minute speedboat thrill ride that captures the excitement and energy of the city! It’s a fullfledged show featuring a tour, music and plenty of laughs. SCHEDULE: June – August: 12:00pm – 5:00pm, hourly
Experience world class services and amenities for a once in a lifetime, unforgettable event on board our luxury yacht ZEPHYR Host your gathering of 75 to 400 guests for an engagement to impress. ZEPHYR offers two climate controlled decks and a sun deck, two mahogany bars, dance floor with surround sound speakers, 10 flat screen monitors and A/V equipment for presentations or montages. Flexible floor plans, customized menus and impeccable service will leave a lasting impression on all.
Departs from Pier 16 (South Street Seaport) TICKETS: Adults: $28 Children (3-12yrs): $19
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T: +1 212.768.4400 F: +1 212.768.0847 E: broadway.us@millenniumhotels.com
145 West 44th Street New York New York 10036 USA
GDS Chain Code: MU Amadeus: NYCMAC Galileo: 10925 Sabre: 26710 Worldspan: NYCHM
Guest Rooms
Amenities and Services
• 625 guest rooms
• Concierge
• Check-in: 4pm; Check-out: noon
• Multi-lingual staff
• Stunning New York City backdrop with skyline views
• High-speed wired and Wi-Fi Internet services
• Guest room amenities include: HDTV, cable channels, high-speed Internet access, climate control, in-room safe and European-style soaking tubs. All rooms are non-smoking. Accessible rooms available.
• Laundry and dry cleaning services
• Standard rooms – stylish and well-appointed
• 24-hour fitness center
• Superior rooms – thoughtfully furnished accommodations include a working desk for the convenience of the corporate traveler
• Safe deposit box
• Deluxe rooms – feature an average of 350 square feet, with quintessential New York City views of Times Square and the excitement of Broadway
• Meetings and events facilities • 24-hour self service business center
• Valet parking
• Suites – located on high floors with city skyline views, suites offer luxurious furnishings with a separate living area
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www.millenniumhotels.com
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133 West 44th Street New York New York 10036 USA
GDS Chain Code: MU Amadeus: NYC330 Galileo: 44897 Sabre: 23975 Worldspan: NYCMP
Guest Rooms
Amenities and Services
• 125 guest rooms
• Concierge
• Check-in: 4pm; Check-out: noon
• Multi-lingual staff
• Stunning New York City backdrop with skyline views
• Laundry and dry cleaning services
• Guest room amenities include: HDTV, cable channels, high-speed Internet access, climate control, in-room safe and European-style soaking tubs. All rooms are non-smoking. Accessible rooms available.
• Complimentary high-speed wired and Wi-Fi Internet access
• Guests at The Premier enjoy exclusive access to the 24-hour Premier Lounge with personalized concierge services, complimentary breakfast, all day refreshments and evening cocktails with hors d’oeuvres.
• 24-hour fitness center
• Meetings and events facilities • 24-hour self service business center • Safe deposit box • Valet parking
• Premier rooms – stylish rooms are equipped with a range of thoughtful amenities for the corporate traveler • Penthouse suite – elegant and spacious with exceptional views. Includes a master bedroom with separate lounge area and a private kitchen.
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The Wellington Hotel is a European-style hotel in the heart of New York City’s Midtown West. Celebrating 113 years, the Wellington offers a fabulous location, friendly service, comfortable accommodations, upgraded bedding and of course attractive prices for groups and individuals.
The Wellington’s location is just steps from Broadway, Carnegie Hall, Central Park, New York City Center, shopping and many restaurants, both trendy and affordable. A leisurely walk of less than 15 minutes takes you to Radio City, Rockefeller Center, Lincoln Center, Times Square, several museums and more fabulous shopping and dining. Bus, subway and taxi transportation is at our door. Facilities include: * * * * * * * * * *
515 rooms and 85 one-bedroom suites. Each suite has a microwave and refrigerator (utensils are not provided) and is perfect for families High speed wireless and wired internet is available in all rooms and public areas - $4.99 for one hour; $11.99 for up to 24 hours (one day); $24.99 for up to 72 hours (three days); $39.99 for up to 120 hours (five days) All rooms feature a flat screen TV with pay-per-view movies, AM/FM clock radio, hairdryer, iron and ironing board and Kewl bath amenities Seven (7) guest elevators Valet dry cleaning & laundry Dining - Molyvos offers delicious Greek specialties daily from noon Monday to Sunday. The Park Café offers casual dining from 6am-1am daily. Room service is available from 6am to 12midnight Valet parking ($35 for 24 hours, $45 for oversize cars) Business Center (24 hours) - fee Broadway theatre tickets, sightseeing tours, transportation and entrance to a variety of attractions are available in the Visitor Center & Gift Shop on the lobby level Souvenirs and snacks can be purchased and an ATM is available 24 hours everyday in our Visitor Center & Gift Shop on the lobby level
Interested in joining our dynamic pricing program for individuals? There are two easy ways for you to participate: via your extranet with our channel manager, Rate Tiger or through a direct login to our website. It is fast, it is easy and there are no blackout dates. If we have rooms, you have rooms!
Bedding Options: *Standard double room has one full or queen bed (maximum occupancy is two) *Standard double-double - two double beds (maximum occupancy is two) *Triple/Quad room is a deluxe double/double (maximum occupancy is four) *One-bedroom suites have a variety of bedding: one king bed in the bedroom and a queen pullout couch in the living room; one king bed in the bedroom and one king bed in the living room; a double and a single bed in the bedroom and a queen bed in the living room; two double beds in the bedroom; one double bed in the bedroom and one queen in the living. Maximum occupancy is four persons for all suites. Bedding cannot be confirmed prior to arrival. Rollaways are available in suites only ($25 plus tax per night). Pack N Plays (instead of cribs) are available for children under one year of age at no charge. For groups there is a mandatory union baggage handling charge of $8.70 per bag round trip. There is an additional charge of $2 per bag each way if the group arrives before 4pm and/or departs after 12noon. The baggage charge will increase to $9.05 on July 1, 2016. Our website, brochures, maps and high-resolution photos are available for your marketing purposes. Lucille Yokell, CHME Director of Sales & Marketing 646.277.0040 lyokell@wellingtonhotel.com
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871 Seventh Avenue at 55th Street * New York, NY 10019 212.247.3900 * 646.277.0200 sales * 212.581.1350 fax * 800.652.1212 US & Canada sales@wellingtonhotel.com * grouprequests@wellingtonhotel.com wellingtonhotel.com
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CENTURY 21 MYSTERY GIFT CARD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM CENTURY 21 DEPARTMENT STORE | 22 CORTLANDT STREET, NEW YORK, NY 10007
KEY TOUR AND TRAVEL CONTACT:
PUBLIC RELATIONS & TOURISM COORDINATOR:
JENNIFER PURTILL – ALON MARKETING GROUP
MACKENZIE CUMMINGS – CENTURY 21
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Century 21 Department Store will send you a predetermined number of Mystery Gift Cards to provide to your clients Each Mystery Gift Card value ranges from $5–$500 Each Gift Card has a unique code on the back that can be tracked to your company Can be redeemed at any of our 9 locations (at any register) No minimum purchase necessary Gift Cards expire on 12.31.15 Distribute one Gift Card per person Digital Gift Cards are available upon request
ABOUT US Century 21 Department Store, established in 1961, is legendary for its exceptional offering of pure designer merchandise in every category up to 65% off retail every day. The leader in high-end fashion retail for over 50 years, Century 21 Department Store offers men’s, women’s and children’s apparel, footwear, outerwear, lingerie and accessories along with cosmetics and home goods at select stores. The retailer is headquartered in Downtown Manhattan, with four other locations in New York including Lincoln Square, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island and three additional locations in New Jersey including Paramus, Morristown and Elizabeth as well as online at C21Stores.com. In the fall of 2014, Century 21 Department Store opened its first store outside of the New York Metro, in Philadelphia. For more information follow Century 21 Department Store on facebook.com/century21stores, and @Century21stores on Twitter and Instagram.
LOCATIONS UPPER WEST SIDE LINCOLN SQUARE
FLAGSHIP LOCATION DOWNTOWN MANHATTAN
1972 Broadway, NY, NY 10023
22 Cortlandt Street, NY, NY 10007 Visitor Center located on the ground level
BROOKLYN 472 86th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11209
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KEY TOUR TRAVEL CONTACT: Jennifer Purtill ALON Marketing Group
Drop off and pick up behind Trinity Church, Trinity Place (between Thames & Rector St.)
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EXPLORE UPSTATE NEW YORK AND DISCOVER THE WONDERS
CORNING MUSEUM OF GLASS
FINGER LAKES
ROCHESTER, NY
NIAGARA FALLS, NY
DAY 1
NYC TO CORNING Drive through the Catskill Mountains via Rt. 17/I-86 to Corning, New York – only a 4 ½ hour drive. Corning, the southern gateway to the Finger Lakes is home to one of our region’s most popular attractions, The Corning Museum of Glass. Visit the world’s largest glass museum and watch a live Hot Glass demonstration! Our new Contemporary Art & Design Wing is attracting visitors from all over the world. Many other attractions and restaurants serving local fare are nearby. An overnight stay at the Holiday Inn Express Horseheads or Holiday Inn Elmira (FIT and Group) is a perfect way to end your day.
Corning Museum of Glass
Corning Museum of Glass
Holiday Inn Express / Holiday Inn
ACCOMODATIONS
ARTS AND CULTURE
OUTDOOR RECREATION
SHOPPING
Holiday Inn Express Horseheads Holiday Inn Elmira
Corning Museum of Glass www.cmog.org
National Soaring Museum and Sailplane rides at Harris Hill
www.gafferdistrict.com
www.fingerlakeshotels.com
Glenn Curtiss Museum
www.soaringmuseum.org
EVENTS AND FESTIVALS
www.glennhcurtissmuseum.org
FOOD AND WINE
May
The Rockwell Museum
Pleasant Valley Wine Co.
Glass Fest
- US Bonded winery #1
www.glassfest.org
Aviation history
www.rockwellmuseum.org
DAY 2
The Gaffer District
www.pleasantvalleywine.com
FINGER LAKES Leave Corning and head towards Watkins Glen at the south end of Seneca Lake. Watkins Glen State Park is one of our most popular visitor destinations because of the scenery of the 19 waterfalls and the gorge itself. In the village of Watkins Glen you will find dining and boat excursions. Seneca Lake is a long slender lake with wineries along both sides. Traveling up either side will be a beautiful drive and you will end up in the small city of Geneva. In Geneva you can walk the north shore of Seneca Lake. From there you can head east towards Syracuse to visit Destiny USA, which is the sixth largest shopping destination in the US, combining traditional retail, outlets, fine dining and entertainment. And, there are plenty of overnight accommodations nearby to end your busy day.
Seneca Lake Wine Trail
Watkins Glen State Park
Destiny USA
OUTDOOR RECREATION
FOOD AND WINE
EVENTS AND FESTIVALS
Captain Bill’s Cruises
Cayuga Lake Wine Trail www.cayugawinetrail.com
July
– dinner boat cruise
www.senecaharborstation.com
Ride the NASCAR track at Watkins Glen International
Glenora Wine Cellars and Veraisons Restaurant
Finger Lakes Wine Festival www.flwinefest.com
www.glenora.com
August, September
www.theglen.com
Seneca Lake Wine Trail
Watkins Glen State Park
www.senecalakewine.com
nysparks.state.ny.us
The Windmill Farm and Craft Market
NASCAR race and the historic Finger Lakes Grand Prix course at Watkins Glen International
SHOPPING Destiny USA www.destinyusa.com
- Saturday only
www.thewindmill.com
www.theglen.com
FINGER LAKES TO ROCHESTER
DAY 3
You’ll find savings of 25-65% off every day when you shop at Waterloo Premium Outlets. Don’t forget to visit Kay Jewelers Outlet while there! Then head to Rochester, an iconic American city (www.visitrochester.com) Rochester is home to George Eastman House International Museum of Photography and Film inside the home of Kodak’s founder. Enjoy an evening of great dining, music and nightlife. Stroll, bike or cruise between the charming villages that line the historic Erie Canal.
George Eastman House
Kay Jewelers Outlet
Waterloo Premium Outlets
ARTS AND CULTURE
OUTDOOR RECREATION
FOOD AND WINE
EVENTS AND FESTIVALS
Genesee Country Village and Museum
Finger Lakes Golf Trail
New York Wine and Culinary Center
www.gcv.org
www.fingerlakesgolftrail.com
www.nywcc.com
May
National Museum of Play at The Strong
Colonial Belle
Belhurst Castle and Winery
www.museumofplay.org
www.colonialbelle.com
www.belhurst.com
George Eastman House
Letchworth State Park
Canandaigua Wine Trail
International Museum of Photography and Film
The Grand Canyon of the East
www.eastmanhouse.org
www.nysparks.state.ny.us
www.canandaiguawinetrail.com
Memorial Art Gallery www.mag.rochester.edu
Rochester Lilac Festival www.lilacfestival.com
June Rochester International Jazz Festival
Wegmans and Tastings Restaurant Renowned shopping and dining experience
SHOPPING Waterloo Premium Outlets®
www.wegmans.com
www.premiumoutlets.com/waterloo
www.rochesterjazz.com
September Genundowa Native American Festival of Lights www.genundowa.com
Kay Jewelers Outlet www.kayoutlet.com
ROCHESTER TO NIAGARA FALLS
DAY 4
In the morning, depart Rochester along the Seaway Trail American Byway, arriving in Niagara Falls ready to be captivated by the experience of the Falls. Another thrill of a lifetime is a ride aboard the famous Maid of the Mist and getting so close to the Falls throughout the Niagara Falls State Park, you will be amazed. While taking in the sights and sounds of Niagara USA, don’t miss the Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA featuring Disney, Kate Spade, Kay Jewelers Outlet, Kenneth Cole, Michael Kors, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th, Under Armour and more!
Niagara Falls USA
Niagara Falls USA
ARTS AND CULTURE
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Historic Lewiston and Youngstown
Lockport Locks and Erie Canal Cruises
www.niagarariverregion.com
www.lockportlocks.com
Lewiston Council on the Arts
Cave of the Winds
www.artcouncil.org
www.niagarafallsstatepark.com
Historic Old Fort Niagara
Hiking Trails in the Niagara Gorge
www.oldfortniagara.org
www.niagarafallsstatepark.com
Lockside Art Center www.locksideartcenter.com
FOOD AND WINE Niagara Falls Culinary Institute www.nfculinary.com
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA
Platters Chocolates www.platterschocolates.com
World Famous DiCamillo’s Italian Bakery www.dicamillobakery.com
Niagara USA Wine Trail www.niagarawinetrail.org
EVENTS AND FESTIVALS June - August Artpark’s Tuesday in the Park Concert Series www.artpark.net
July
SHOPPING
Historic Lewiston Jazz Festival
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA
www.lewistonjazz.com
www.fashionoutletsniagara.com
DAY 5
NIAGARA FALLS TO DEPARTURE CITY Spend the morning in Niagara USA and then depart via air from Buffalo/Niagara International Airport (BUF) to NYC, or drive via Finger Lakes to NYC.
For general information contact Christopher Guidone at info@winewaterwonders.com
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Canada Wine, Water and Wonders of Upstate New York is a collaborative program of the following organizations:
Toronto
Lake Ontario
Rochester
Niagara Falls Buffalo
Corning Museum of Glass www.cmog.org Phone: +1.607.438.5213 berrysk@cmog.org
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Vermont
Syracuse
Finger Lakes Massachusetts
Lake Erie
Boston
Corning Connecticut Pennsylvania
NYC
Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance www.fingerlakes.org Phone: +1.315.536.7488 cindyk@fingerlakes.org
Newark
Philadelphia
New Jersey
Washington, DC
VisitRochester www.visitrochester.com Phone: +1.585.279.8300 gregm@visitrochester.com
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Holiday Inn Express Horseheads Holiday Inn Elmira www.fingerlakeshotels.com
Kay Jewelers Outlet www.kayoutlet.com
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BUFFALO is building momentum with its biggest construction boom in decades. 11 projects totaling more than $1 BILLION are in the works or have just been completed! Whether you visit in the winter, spring, summer or fall, you’ll find the perfect activities for the perfect visit!
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The Buffalo Niagara, NY region is one of the top 25 U.S. destinations for overseas visitors. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Office of Travel and Tourism industries, the top five incoming markets for overseas visitors to the region are China, India, Germany, Italy and Australia/UK. Our website is translatable into seven languages. Check it out!
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Albright-Knox Art Gallery An outstanding center for modern and contemporary art, the collection at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery belongs among the world’s top international surveys of 20th century painting and sculpture.
Buffalo River History Tours
Hear the story of the Erie Canal, Buffalo’s history as the largest grain port in the world and experience the largest collection of standing grain elevators in the nation!
Made in America Store No shopping trip is complete before visiting the Made in America Store, the ONLY store in the USA with 100% American made products.
Niagara Falls Visit Niagara Falls State Park and take a ride on the Maid of the Mist. Then enjoy a Cave of the Winds Walk and a trolley ride through the park.
Anchor Bar & Buffalo Wings There’s only one place to get the original Buffalo wings: Frank & Teressa’s Anchor Bar. Come see where it all started back in 1964. When you walk into Anchor Bar, you’re essentially walking into Buffalo’s Chicken Wing Museum. It’s been over 50 years since Teressa Bellissimo created the “Buffalo wing” but this downtown restaurant and bar hasn’t stopped making them since.
Buffalo Bites Food Tours Embark on a three-hour guided walking tour of the Elmwood Village where you will eat delicious samples from local eateries and explore the exquisite architecture, history and present day vibrancy of this neighborhood.
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site
Anti-Slavery Re-enactment Tour Participate in a unique anti-slavery & live history heritage enchantment tour. You are taken back to an era where protest, abolition and visionaries were the order of the day. Hear about those heroes who put their lives in danger while defending not only their morality (God’s Laws), but the ideas of American freedom they believed in. Encounter characters such as William Lloyd Garrison, Sojourner Truth and Abraham Lincoln in this wonderful half day or full day program.
Theodore Roosevelt began his presidential journey here. Stateof-the-art exhibits and a dramatic guided tour offer a museum experience unlike any other. Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and emotions surrounding this pivotal moment in America’s history and learn how the enduring legacy of one of this country’s greatest presidents affects our lives today.
Frank Lloyd Wright Filling Station A newly-opened Frank Lloyd Wright design that was never built in the architect’s lifetime. This gem is a 1920s-designed filling station that was built inside the Buffalo Transportation/Pierce-Arrow Museum. Enjoy a full architectural city tour and several other Frank Lloyd Wright designed buildings.
Buffalo Harbor Kayak Buffalo Harbor Kayak: Enjoy some time kayaking in Buffalo’s Canalside region on Lake Erie. Stand-up paddling, solo and double kayaks and guided tours are available.
Larkin Square
Buffalo Brewery Trail Today, the Buffalo area has almost a dozen new breweries, with more on the way! Come raise a glass and say Cheers! Skäl!
Larkin Square, is one of the most compelling neighborhood revivals in Buffalo in recent years. Once the industrial center of town, this southeast Buffalo neighborhood is now one of the city’s most popular gathering spots, complete with alfresco dining, live music, microbrews, outdoor markets, food trucks and hula hoops. Admission to all the events is free.
BUFFALO SISTER CITIES Buffalo is proud to have many Sister Cities. These links with various other cities around the world have increased awareness of other cultures and human contact with those in other countries.
DORTMUND, GERMANY SIENA, ITALY
KANAZAWA, JAPAN
RZESZÓW, POLAND
LILLE, FRANCE TORREMAGGIORE,
ITALY
TVER, RUSSIA CHANGZHOU, CHINA
PARISH OF ST. ANN'S BAY, JAMAICA
Wir haben ein neues deutschsprachiges Video über die Erforschung unserer Region durch Brand USA hergestellt: www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/German We have a new UK-focused video about exploring our region prepared by Brand USA: www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/UK 我们有一个新的中国 关于探索我区编制的品牌USA语言视频: www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/Chinese
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Between the world-famous Niagara Falls and the world-class New York City, travelers find themselves at the center of it all in Central New York state. From the Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum to the countless Main Street USAs, Central New York lays claim to the ultimate rural American experience. Drive quiet country roads among rolling hills and beautiful natural scenery. Discover ancient rock formations millions of years in the making. Drink brews rooted deep in rich beer history and craft spirits recognized worldwide in Brew Central, “America’s Craft Brew Destination.” Ottawa
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Utica and Verona, N.Y. Start things off with the popular tour of the F.X. Matt Brewery, home to Saranac beers, and then take a walk up the street, where you can sample Central New York’s first-ever legal bourbon alongside award-winning gin and vodka at Adirondack Distilling Co.
Cazenovia and Hamilton, N.Y. Head down to Hamilton’s Good Nature Farm Brewery & Tap Room for its farm-to-table beer by the glass, growler fill, bottle or flight. Unwind with some wine in a picturesque, rural setting of grapevines, gardens, ponds and orchard at Cazenovia’s Owera Vineyards.
Syracuse, N.Y. Nearby Syracuse is one of upstate New York’s best beer cities with its numerous craft-centric pubs and breweries. Try Empire Brewing Co., which utilizes local ingredients in its brewing process and food served up in a distinct urban setting. Nearby Middle Ages Brewing Co. uses a 160-year-old strain of Ringwood yeast from Yorkshire, England, and old-school open fermentation process to create unique brews.
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Cooperstown, N.Y. Sample small-batch spirits celebrating the sport that made the town famous at Cooperstown Distillery. The nation’s premier producer of Belgian-style ales, Brewery Ommegang offers daily tours and tastings along with a slate of summer concerts and an incredible on-site café.
Charlotteville and Middleburgh, N.Y. Follow the craft to KyMar Farm Distillery, where the principal ingredients are grown on site or by New York farmers. Green Wolf Brewing Co. also celebrates the area’s rich agricultural heritage by crafting uncommon ales from locally sourced brewing staples.
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