Restaurants

Crabtree’s Restaurant

White-tablecloth spot with garden seating serving Mediterranean fare, including seafood & brunch.

226 Jericho Turnpike, Floral Park, NY 11001

Phone: (516) 326-7769 | Web: crabtreesrestaurant.com

Lakehouse

Intimate eatery renowned for New American fare & water view offers mahogany bar & lakeside fire pit.

135 Maple Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706

Phone: (631) 666-0995 | Web: thelakehouserest.com

Cafe Baci

Italian fare served in large portions for over 25 years at this lively trattoria.

1636 Old Country Rd, Westbury, NY 11590

Phone: (516) 832-8888 | Web: cafebacirestaurant.com

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Blackstone Steakhouse

Prime meats plus sushi & seafood in a wood-accented space with a power-lunch vibe & bar scene.

10 Pinelawn Rd, Melville, NY 11747

OHK Bar & Restaurant

Sophisticated American cuisine presented in the elegant interior of a 1919 mansion-turned-hotel.

135 W Gate Dr, Huntington, NY 11743

Waterzooi Belgian Bistro & Oyster Bar

Mussels are the main event at this Belgian bistro with imported beers & a lively bar scene.

850 Franklin Ave, Garden City, NY 11530

Tullulah’s

Mod haunt with warm decor serving a seasonal American tapas menu, craft beers & speakeasy cocktails.

12 4th Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706

The Refuge

Restaurant, bar & lounge for creative Latin & Italian cuisine & seasonal decor.

515 Broadhollow Rd, Melville, NY 11747

Bigelow’s New England

Fried Clams

Storied seafood counter joint with New England vibe dishing fried clams, chowders & more.

79 N Long Beach Rd, Rockville Centre, NY 11570

Brasserie Persil

Bustling brasserie with patio dining known for classic French cooking, from mussels to steak frites.

2825 Long Beach Rd, Oceanside, NY 11572

LIMANI

Upscale Greek-Mediterranean restaurant with a large seafoodfocused menu & spacious.

1043 Northern Blvd, Roslyn, NY 11576

May 20

Cradle-Con 2023: A Comic, Collectible and Pop Culture Con

This spectacular yet intimate experience is for fans of all ages to gather, socialize, and be passionate about what they love. This is Long Island’s non-profit comic convention created by fans, for fans. This is...CradleCon. Learn more at cradleofaviation.org.

JUN 11

Long Island Pride 2023

The 2023 Long Island Pride celebration will be returning home on Sunday, June 11th, in Huntington Village, from 12n-5p. Join thousands at the annual parade, concert, and festival celebrating, dancing, eating and drinking. Learn more at lipride.org.

JUL 20

Great South Bay Music Festival

If you love music, then this is going to be one of your favorite Long Island summer festivals. This event lasts four days and features music acts ranging from indie to alternative rock and more. Learn more at greatsouthbaymusicfestival.com.

AUG 4

Summerfest

Head on over to Downtown Sayville to enjoy three days of food, rides, games, live music, art, a four-mile fun run, classic car show, and more.

Sep 3

2023 Ronkonkoma Labor Day Street Fair

It’s always a shame when summer ends, so cap off your summer with a memorable event like the Ronkonkoma Labor Day Weekend Street Fair. You’ll find more than 200 vendors of all sorts, merchandise, musical acts, children’s rides, and much more. Learn more at allevents.in.

Oct 6

Famous Food Festival “Taste the World” Long Island

We invite you to come ‘Taste The World’ with delicious food inspirations from countries represented from all around the world. Featuring Over 60 Food Vendors, be prepared to taste some of the best New York, Tri-State, and home of Long Island has to offer. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Dec 2

27th Annual Charles Dickens Festival

The festivities will feature many returning favorites; ice skating at the Village Center, a cappella performance by choirs and harmony groups, Nutcracker performances, magic shows by The Great Wizard of the North, and many fine musical performances by area musicians. Learn more at portjeff.com.

Feb Tbd

Long Island Winterfest

Since 2006, Winterfest has featured several weeks of live music and cultural events which highlighted the island during the off season with less traffic and more intimate experiences.

Mar 10

The 90th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The Huntington St. Patrick’s Parade is Long Island’s oldest and largest and features dozens of pipe bands, including some of the metro area’s finest. Learn more at huntingtonhibernian.com.

With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury. Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.

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