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New York & Quebec
Finger Lakes, The Hamptons, Hudson Valley, Montreal,
New York City & Niagara Falls
New York City needs no introduction as arguably the capital of Planet Earth. It is an energetic city like no other. Besides rooftop restaurants with stunning views, and an endless array of boutiques and artisanal shops, you’ll find a spectacular list of art institutions, charming cafés, and the most beautiful urban green spaces such as The Highline. Beyond the city, New York State boasts the churning waters of Niagara Falls, the farms of the Hudson Valley and the exclusive beaches of The Hamptons—all worth a visit. And, in Montreal, revel in a North American city that feels very European by walking along the traditional cobblestone streets of Quebec City’s old town and dining in French-inspired bistros in the city’s hip neighborhoods.
Best time to visit: Spring and fall in New York City and Montreal, summer in The Hamptons and Hudson River Valley, and winter in the Adirondacks or on Fifth Avenue for holiday shopping.
Go for this: Helicopter over Niagara Falls and land at a vineyard for a private lunch. Bike around the lake on a foodie expedition, then see the best of Niagara Falls without waiting in line. End with a private boat cruise under the Falls.
Meet artists in their Manhattan studios, visit top galleries and go inside the homes of private art collectors — all with the guidance of a former curator at Christie’s.
But try this: Experience dozens of ethnic cuisines and learn about their origins through this anthropological immersion in the cultural hub of Queens.
Experience Montreal, the “Paris of North America,” with a food tour by bike with a culinary expert. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the newest art exhibition and unfettered access to private collections. Then, escape to the countryside for adventures in the enchanted forest and cheesemaking demonstrations with chanting monks, who also happen to brew beer.
Visit a traditional sugar shack deep within a maple forest to learn the art of making maple syrup, followed by a private dinner in a log cabin.
Favorite guest experience: Take a private yoga class in a vineyard in The Hamptons or the North Fork of Long Island with a celebrity yoga instructor, followed by a private wine tasting and farm-to-table lunch.
Enjoy a private organ concert at the Montreal cathedral where the chief organist will perform masterworks just for you.
Take a cooking class at a private home with a winner of Bravo’s Top Chef, or, enjoy a kitchen tour and chef’s table dinner at a Michelin star restaurant with the celebrity chef available to you to describe the dishes over a glass of Champagne prior to indulging in his or her stellar menu.
Favorite hotel: Topping Rose House (The Hamptons): The only full-scale luxury hotel in The Hamptons, Topping Rose House is a luxury strategically located between Southampton, East Hampton and Sag Harbor, and just a short ride from the area’s magnificent ocean beaches.
Bedford Post Inn (Hudson River Valley): Set in the heart of Westchester, Bedford Post is home to an eight-room luxury inn, a yoga studio, and three distinct dining outlets. Talented executive chef Roxanne Spruance features dishes from the South of France to contemporary American, all featuring the best ingredients that the Hudson Valley has to offer. Westchester residents Russell Hernandez and Richard Gere joined together in 2007 to rescue and restore this historic property dating back to the 1860's.
Favorite restaurant: Blue Hill at Stone Barns: Blue Hill at Stone Barns is a year-round working farm, educational center, and superb restaurant just 30 miles north of New York City. Sourcing from the surrounding fields and pasture, as well as other local farms, Blue Hill at Stone Barns highlights the abundance of the Hudson Valley.
North Fork Table & Inn: This topnotch restaurant celebrates the bounty of Long Island’s farm, vineyards & waterways. The restaurant is housed in a meticulously preserved, historic countryside home in Southold, Long Island. Restaurateur & Michelin-starred Chef John Fraser and his team champion the farm-to-table philosophy, surrounded by farms, vineyards and fisheries.
Favorite foods & beverages: Finger Lakes Rieslings, Long Island Cabernet Francs, Hudson Valley Whiskey and Bourbon; oysters, clams, and duck from Long Island; bagels, pastrami, and knishes from New York City!
Best time to visit: Spring and fall in New York City and Montreal, summer in The Hamptons and Hudson River Valley, and winter in the Adirondacks or on Fifth Avenue for holiday shopping.
Go for this: Helicopter over Niagara Falls and land at a vineyard for a private lunch. Bike around the lake on a foodie expedition, then see the best of Niagara Falls without waiting in line. End with a private boat cruise under the Falls.
Meet artists in their Manhattan studios, visit top galleries and go inside the homes of private art collectors — all with the guidance of a former curator at Christie’s.
But try this: Experience dozens of ethnic cuisines and learn about their origins through this anthropological immersion in the cultural hub of Queens.
Experience Montreal, the “Paris of North America,” with a food tour by bike with a culinary expert. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the newest art exhibition and unfettered access to private collections. Then, escape to the countryside for adventures in the enchanted forest and cheesemaking demonstrations with chanting monks, who also happen to brew beer.
Visit a traditional sugar shack deep within a maple forest to learn the art of making maple syrup, followed by a private dinner in a log cabin.
Favorite guest experience: Take a private yoga class in a vineyard in The Hamptons or the North Fork of Long Island with a celebrity yoga instructor, followed by a private wine tasting and farm-to-table lunch.
Enjoy a private organ concert at the Montreal cathedral where the chief organist will perform masterworks just for you.
Take a cooking class at a private home with a winner of Bravo’s Top Chef, or, enjoy a kitchen tour and chef’s table dinner at a Michelin star restaurant with the celebrity chef available to you to describe the dishes over a glass of Champagne prior to indulging in his or her stellar menu.
Favorite restaurant: Blue Hill at Stone Barns: Blue Hill at Stone Barns is a year-round working farm, educational center, and superb restaurant just 30 miles north of New York City. Sourcing from the surrounding fields and pasture, as well as other local farms, Blue Hill at Stone Barns highlights the abundance of the Hudson Valley.
North Fork Table & Inn: This topnotch restaurant celebrates the bounty of Long Island’s farm, vineyards & waterways. The restaurant is housed in a meticulously preserved, historic countryside home in Southold, Long Island. Restaurateur & Michelin-starred Chef John Fraser and his team champion the farm-to-table philosophy, surrounded by farms, vineyards and fisheries.
Favorite foods & beverages: Finger Lakes Rieslings, Long Island Cabernet Francs, Hudson Valley Whiskey and Bourbon; oysters, clams, and duck from Long Island; bagels, pastrami, and knishes from New York City!
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