The Hudson Valley Travel Guide

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In 1609 explorer Henry Hudson sailed his ship, the Half Moon, up the great river that would later bear his name. He was seeking a shortcut from Europe to spice-rich Asia, but instead found heady treasures of a different sort—plunging rock cliffs, lush green highlands, jagged black ridges, and massive granite domes. He called it, "as pleasant a land as one can tread upon."

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The Hudson Valley Hotels

The majority of places to stay in the Hudson Valley are inns, bed-and-breakfasts, and small hotels, and they range from quaint to fairly luxurious. The...read more

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The Hudson Valley Restaurants

The area is home to a slew of talented chefs, many of whom attended the Culinary Institute of America in Poughkeepsie and decided to stay close by after...read more

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Things To Do in The Hudson Valley

Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.

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The Hudson Valley Experiences

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