Julia Colombo, Author at Hudson Valley Magazine

Eat & Drink

9 Fall Food Festivals That Add Flavor to the Hudson Valley

Sample local specials, sip craft beers, and taste award-winning wines at these fall-themed food and drink events across the Hudson Valley

Home & Property

This Olivebridge Home Boasts Beautiful Views of the Catskills

Secluded in the woods of Olivebridge, this home gives the classic Hudson Valley farmhouse feel a modern touch.

Things to Do

Your Guide to the Boutique Hotels of the Hudson Valley

Whether you’re dreaming of an upstate escape or a local staycation, charming Hudson Valley hotels and inns are the perfect retreats.

Beauty & Shopping

StellaRay Is All About Slow, Ethical Fashion in the Hudson Valley

Sick of fast fashion? So is Hudson Valley designer Kristen Sousa. Her clothing line, StellaRay, aims to slow things down with thoughtfully made dresses and textile goods.

Things to Do

An Insider’s Guide to December Events in the Hudson Valley

Hudson River tourism directors share their top picks for places to go, sights to see, and things to do throughout the December holiday season.

Things to Do

Pick Your Perfect Pine at a Hudson Valley Christmas Tree Farm

From sky-high spruces to Charlie Brown classics, local farms have the loveliest evergreen trees to make the season merry and bright.

Day Trip Guides

What to Do in New Paltz: A 24-Hour Guide to the Creative Hub

Ulster County's popular college town buzzes with community activities, restaurants, and breathtaking Hudson Valley views.

Eat & Drink

Best Pizza in New Paltz Has an Incredible Backstory

CIA graduate and "celebrity chef" Frank Pinello brings Brooklyn-style pies to New Paltz via his new shop, Best Pizza. Can it live up to the name?

Arts & Culture

What to Do During a Day Trip to Storm King Art Center

Make the most of your Storm King Art Center day trip with stops around Cornwall and the riverside village of Cornwall-on-Hudson.

Things to Do

An Insider’s Guide to November Events in the Hudson Valley

Hudson River tourism directors share their top picks for places to go, sights to see, and things to do throughout November.

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