Leisure and Travel Blog

It’s Cayuga County’s first annual hibercation and we are thrilled with how creative our partners have been in crafting special hotel packages. Thoughtful welcome gifts and experiences, unique dining specials, and attractive pricing are just the beginning. Prison City Pub & Brewery even came up with a signature Hibercation Beer Flight to help us all get in the spirit. Read on to see what kind of

Come and experience Cayuga County's Restaurant Week! The Cayuga County Chamber of Commerce has coordinated this eight-day event to run from Saturday, January 18, through Saturday, January 25, 2020. This is the fourth annual event for Chamber of Commerce member restaurants and the event will be open to the public to enjoy. With more than 15 participating establishments, you can discover new places,

Here in the heart of NY’s Finger Lakes region, we’re redefining the winter getaway. Treat yourself to guilt-free relaxation and much-needed coziness with a hibercation. Cayuga County’s low-key pace, rich history, homegrown craft breweries, and creative cuisine provide just the right setting for those looking to reconnect, disconnect, or a little bit of both. This getaway is bound to be a bright

The 39^th annual “Quilts=Art=Quilts” exhibition is currently on display at the Schweinfurth Art Center in Auburn. But someone unfamiliar with fiber arts would be surprised by the quilts’ appearance. These are art quilts, a genre of quilts designed to hang on walls instead of covering beds.

“This is one of the art center’s signature exhibits,” said Schweinfurth Executive Director Donna Lamb. “Our

Harvest Season may have come to a close and the cold weather may be right around the corner in the Finger Lakes, but that doesn’t mean the fun stops at Treleaven! When you begin to look for a way to fight cabin fever during those chilly days, grab your friends and family and head to the winery - a short 25 minutes drive south of Auburn. You can still visit for regular tastings and tours, but if

With the holidays right around the corner, it seems like the perfect time of year to share a list of Finger Lakes inspired gifts from local producers, artisans, and specialty shops to include in your own Finger Lakes gift basket.

Sweet Treats

Searching for decadent chocolate that will win over even the most pickiest chocolate connoisseur? Gretchen's Confections has it all from delightful

Are you a fan of Netflix's Stranger Things or do you just like to find odd, quirky and offbeat things to do while you are on vacation? Although Cayuga County is miles away from the fabled, faux town of Hawkins, Indiana, we think you will like it here! We certainly do! To the best of our knowledge we don't have any Demogorgons and the upside down may only be a figment of the imagination. Check out

One of the best times to visit Cayuga County and the Finger Lakes is during the autumn harvest, when you can sample, pick and buy the freshest produce and enjoy the glorious fall foliage for which the region is so well known. You can even become part of the harvesting process by picking your own apples and pumpkins or stomping grapes.

Wine tours are one of the most popular visitor activities

Owasco Lake- Route 38 South

Owasco Lake may be one of the smaller Finger Lakes, but is certainly not short on awe-inspiring views. Begin just south of the City of Auburn at Emerson Park at the northern tip of Owasco Lake. Head south on NY 38 and enjoy the dazzling foliage display as you leisurely drive down the western shore of the lake toward Moravia. End your leaf-peeping excursion at Fillmore

USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice 2019 has tabulated the votes, concluding the Finger Lakes Region is the favorite wine region in the country as determined by its readers. The Cayuga County Office of Tourism and the Finger Lakes Region are proud of this achievement- not only to be nominated, but to be selected by readers across the country as the favorite wine region for the second year in a row.