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Lake George, N.Y. (Nov. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire) - Celebrating nearly six decades of Adirondack hospitality, Lake George RV Park has been voted Best Overall Campground and Best Pet-Friendly Campground in the inaugural Best of Camp New York Awards. The camper-voted honors spotlight the park's legacy of family-focused fun and innovative outdoor amenities that continue to set the standard for resort-style camping in the Northeast.

Niagara Falls, NY (October 31, 2025) - The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has named "Niagara Virtual,” the exciting and gamified Virtual Reality (VR) adventure at Rainbow Air Helicopter Tours’ new home in Niagara Falls, as a finalist for the group’s Brass Ring award for the “Best New Product” in the Family Ride/Attraction category in the world!

The finalist designation was announced by Frontgrid, the Wales-based company that developed and oversaw fabrication of “Niagara Virtual” through its ParadropVR subsidiary. Frontgrid has been recognized for its creative and technical excellence by numerous professional associations worldwide since 2017.

Recognition by Global Magazine Highlights Region’s Vineyards, Vintners and Viticulture

Governor Kathy Hochul today congratulated the Finger Lakes region on being named the 2025 American Wine Region of the Year by Wine Enthusiast as part of the magazine’s prestigious Wine Star Awards. The honor recognizes the region’s world-class winemaking, sustainable practices and collaborative community that have helped define New York State as a leader in American viticulture.

Lake Placid resort voted #1 in the Northeast and second in the combined Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Regions

Lake Placid, N.Y. – In the annual Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, the Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa received a pair of notable distinctions. The publication’s readers voted the Mirror Lake Inn as the best resort in the Northeastern United States and second overall in the combined Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.

Lake Placid, NY (September 12, 2025) - The Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism (ROOST) has received two awards from the New York State Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA) at a ceremony that took place during the organization’s 2025 annual meeting in Lake George on September 11.

The awards recognize outstanding initiatives and achievements of New York state’s destination marketing organizations, attractions, and other tourism-related businesses. Categories included marketing campaigns, destination management initiatives, location stewardship, innovation and leadership.

Staatsburgh Recognized as a Top-Rated Historic Site to Visit in the U.S.

Staatsburg, N.Y.  (08/27/25) —Staatsburgh State Historic, a stunning Gilded Age mansion and estate on the Hudson River near Rhinebeck, New York, in Dutchess County, is delighted to announce that it has been recognized in Tripadvisor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards for 2025. Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Award winners are among the top 10% of listings around the world on Tripadvisor.

Lake Placid, N.Y. - The View Restaurant at Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2025 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine. The View Restaurant was, once again, awarded the two-glass “Best of” Award of Excellence.

Voting for the national contest is open and encouraged until Sept. 8

Saratoga Springs, N.Y. – Discover Saratoga is excited to share that Saratoga County has been nominated for the second year in a row as “Best Place to Visit for Fall” in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. This recognition celebrates everything that Saratoga County has to offer in the fall months, from its vibrant autumn scenery to seasonal attractions that entice visitors from all around. Voting is open to the public now through 11:59 am EDT on September 8, 2025.

Southampton, NY — The Village of Southampton is proud to announce that Cooper’s Beach has been named the #1 beach in the United States by coastal expert Dr. Stephen Leatherman, also known as “Dr. Beach,” in his prestigious annual ranking of the nation’s top beaches.