New York

Home to Lake Erie Wine Country, Buffalo, Barcelona, Dunkirk and Niagara Falls, there is no shortage of ways to discover the best that our Great Lake has to offer in Western New York. Located about 15 miles off of the Lake Erie coast, another epicenter of excellence exists in Chautauqua Lake, featuring the world-renowned Chautauqua Institution and Jamestown's National Comedy Center, voted one of the world's greatest places by Time Magazine

Editor Colleen Smitek reveals the inspiration behind this year's Travel Guide — to nudge you out of your comfortable corner of Lake Erie and discover all the magnificent adventures that await along the shoreline and beyond.

We won’t experience another total solar eclipse until 2099, making April 8 a must-see celestial celebration. Here you’ll find some of the best places to enjoy the show, along with the precise time the totality begins in each location.

Nestle into some cozy mobile living quarters with your favorite comforts from home and discover RV-friendly places to stay along Lake Erie.

Discover ways to laze the day away with a delicious meal, refreshing drink and marvelous unobstructed lake views.

Inside and out, bask in the beauty and intrigue of two of the region's most creative spaces.

Discover how the Roger Tory Peterson Institute combines art and nature for a truly unique and relaxing experience.

Whether you prefer a light misting, a thorough drenching or staying dry, there are multiple ways to experience the American side of Niagara Falls. 

Build your own high-flying adventure at Holiday Valley or Peek’n Peak, both of which offer aerial courses, ziplines and other warm-weather adventures. 

Get a sneak peek at one of the region's most beloved family-friendly entertainment destinations.

Got wings? Plan your summer vacation around an annual festival dedicated to America's favorite appetizer.