Hubs and I knew Kingston 22 years ago- when the city was desolate and truthfully, felt dreary. Fast…read moreforward to '24, it's the Kingston that's nothing like the bare-bone streets from early 2000s. It is now a city that's a bustling hub of food, art, culture, and so much more. With a rich history to begin with, Kingston, NY has almost become a melting pot of global cuisines, offering locals (and visitors) a broad range of dining options. From casual food, upscale Restn'ts, to hole-in-the-wall bars, there's something for every taste and not to mention, budget. Add to that nice tapas+wine spots, Italian joints, sushi- you name it, it's almost here. I love my small hometown because of its quaintness and sleepy feel. I also love that the only franchise in town is a CVS; everything else, is very mom-n-pop. Since I don't live in this city, I find myself doing more errands+shopping at many big box stores and don't mind the 15 or so minute drive from home to come here. While I do get nostalgic about the last 22 years I lived in White Plains, the best thing about moving to The Catskills is that I get to live in the small town hubs and I always imagined living in. But I also get to explore outside of my hometown and come to Kingston and visit some neighborhoods I haven't yet.

Yes, Kingston is a nice town. Unfortunately, however, since last winter it has been besieged by…read morefreight trains which constantly blow their horns night and day at extremely high volumes, disrupting our lives. If you are looking for peace and quiet look elsewhere, unless you don't mind be woken up at 4am by train horns

This a private oasis. You need to pay a yearly fee to gain access. The price is worth it. You'll…read moreencounter few people. Just beautiful unspoiled wilderness and wildlife in a county where that is hard to come by. Our World Series of Birding team stopped here recently. It was a good stop and we tallied many birds we needed for our list. It was my first time here and I was knocked out by the seclusion and beauty of the place. Never heard of the World Series of Birding? Here is an article about our day. https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2019/may/17/world-series-of-birding-new-jersey?CMP=share_btn_fb&fbclid=IwAR3QERdekvjGZJ7WdITte0abe_K82E4Tf9nwVlIA8TgyMTQZL3eB7yz75Kw A note to the management. Please keep your feeders filled. I understand this is a problem. Highly recommended.

Great challenging hike with amazing views. Awesome workout. Ended up doing the long trail that…read morecoconnects w 3 other trails. I believe that day I did 9+miles hike. I wasbeat but the workout and the view was worth it. Definately recommended! But be careful as there are some very narrow and slippery areas

Great open mic nights and amazing espresso martinis. Fun time! Definitely recommend visiting the…read moreLemon Squeeze while you're in NP

Rented bicycles from Craig and was not disappointed. Bikes were in great condition and easy to use.read more

Had a wonderful time on the river... smooth waters, friendly and accommodating owner! Only issue…read morewas getting their website to accurately take our reservations so suggest calling.

I was in the market to purchase a new sea kayak. Since they are pretty pricey, I wanted to make…read morethe right choice. I decided to check out, The River Connection, where I purchased my last kayak from. They only sell sea kayaks. No recreational or fishing kayaks here. Walking in, you will be greeted and helped by the owner, Marshall. He is extremely knowledgeable, so any questions you have about kayaks or kayaking, Marshall will have the answer. Marshall goes above and beyond to earn your business. He also offers free demos, sells top-quality gear, and has instructional programs.

If you're looking for a high-quality kayak and someone who truly knows what they're talking about,…read morego see Marshall. This guy is the real deal. His knowledge of kayaks is unreal -- from materials and stability to what works best for beginners vs. experienced paddlers, he breaks everything down in a way that actually makes sense. On top of that, Marshall's just a genuinely good soul. No pressure, no sales tactics -- he really just wants to help you find the right kayak for what you need. You can tell he takes pride in what he does and cares about the people he's helping. I walked away with an amazing kayak and the confidence that I made the right choice thanks to his guidance. If you want quality gear and honest expertise, Marshall is your guy. Highly recommend! ‍

Just an excellent place to get in a kayak for a leisurely paddling on Roundout Creek…read more The people were very friendly and helpful. It was easy to get started, with plenty of room to row a little upstream to the small dam or down to the islands in the small river.

The driveway comes up quick off the road. There's a sign for the business. There's a house at the…read moreend of the lot but the business operates out of trailers on your left side as you pull in. We didn't reserve any stand up paddle boards but we were greeted by a friendly college student who got us out on the water quickly. We boated under the bridge and saw a man made dam before heading over to the sand bar where our kids splashed around and played in the mud. We had kids as young as 6. If you're just paddling, I think 1 hour is enough but if you want to stop and play on the sandbar then 2 hours. Great time with a great business.

Mike and Lisa are awesome guides through the wilderness! Our hike made for a fun day and a perfect…read moreweekend (exhausting ourselves Saturday to relax Sunday), not to mention an excellent excuse to get out of the city. Mike led the group on a hike with just the right amount of climbing, exploring, and snacks! To be fair, Lisa made the snacks and took the photos, and both were top notch. Both were super knowledgable about our surroundings, the history and archeology of the area. We'll definitely recommend Hike with Mike to all our NYC friends - wish we had discovered them sooner! Looking forward to hiking in the snow with them this winter!

This is a great way to hit the highlights in the Hudson Valley. MIke and Lisa took us on a hike…read morewith some great scenery and a waterfall. I had gone to college near Minnewaska and so had hiked the area before, but they brought us to a place that was totally cool I had never even heard of. And yea, the packed lunch hit the spot.

hands down my favorite marina on our 6000 mile journey. Friendly owners, great boat knowledge,…read moreexceptional hospitality! if you find yourself on the Hudson and need anything this should be your marina of choice!

In addition to the marina, West Shore also works on boats. I brought my boat here in the beginning…read moreof the 2017 season to get the bottom painted. The price was a little steep, but I didn't mind because their docking prices are so reasonable. I dropped the boat off with them to get the hull primed and painted on a 19' boat (including jacking it up off the trailer). The price was $1000. The job was done in just under 2 weeks, which was a decent turn-around time considering the weather was rainy and they had lots of other boats to work on. The paint job was outstanding - they were able to figure out where the waterline began, which is difficult to do because I keep the hull clean. Upon picking up the boat, they took their time to explain how bottom paint works and how to maintain it at the end of the season. The employees here are all patient, friendly and helpful. I'm looking forward to keeping my boat here again in the 2017 season.