What a year! As 2024 comes to a close and 2025 starts off strong, we’re taking a look back at what our Hudson Valley community read most this year. From flights out of local airports to foodie updates and day trip guides, here are the top Hudson Valley stories that captivated you most this year.
10. Feast at The Caboose to Support Reforestation in the Hudson Valley
In honor of Earth Day this past April, Hudson’s carbon-neutral event space The Caboose hosted a special dinner to directly support reforestation efforts in the region. With a menu created by local chefs and James Beard Award semifinalists, the dinner was a hit.
Feast at The Caboose to Support Reforestation in the Hudson Valley
9. Where to Pick Your Own Berries in the Hudson Valley
Come spring, the U-pick season is in full swing in the Hudson Valley until late fall. From berries to peaches to apples, we outlined the must-visit local farms for fresh produce.
8. These Are the Best New Restaurants in the Hudson Valley
The region’s culinary scene grows each year, and 2024 was no exception. The Valley added in some new favorites, including Willa, One With Land, and award-winning Mirador, to name just a few.
7. Here’s How to Spend a Relaxing Weekend in Rhinebeck
Known for its celebrity-owned candy store, boutique shopping, and surplus of sidewalk dining, Rhinebeck continues to be a hub for weekend trips in the Valley. A visit in the summer is ideal for classic county fair fun, while winter visits are cozy escapes with cultural celebrations.
6. Cold Spring in 24 Hours: How to Spend a Day Trip in Town
If you haven’t been to Cold Spring before, make 2025 the year you plan a visit to the riverside town. As for what to do, expect an abundance of charming shops and cute eateries along picture-perfect sidewalks.
5. Every Direct Flight You Can Take From Albany International Airport
Why bother traveling down to JFK when you can go northward to fly out of the (much less crowded) Albany International Airport instead?
Every Direct Flight You Can Take From Albany International Airport
4. Your Official Hudson Valley Apple Picking Farm Guide
There are few better ways to celebrate fall in the Hudson Valley than by picking apples at a local orchard. From Albany to Westchester, the region has an endless supply of destinations to take part in the quintessential autumn activity.
3. These Are the Hudson Valley’s James Beard Award Nominees for 2024
Each year, the region is recognized for its culinary talent when the James Beard Award nominees are announced. One of the culinary industry’s most prestigious awards, the Hudson Valley never fails to make the list.
These Are the Hudson Valley’s James Beard Award Nominees for 2024
2. Swimming Spots and Sandy Beaches to Visit in the Hudson Valley
In a region that’s dominated by hiking and all things outdoors, it’s only fitting that we gather up the top spots for swimming in the warmer months. Waterfalls, lakes, rivers, and more offer the perfect destinations for cooling down in the heat of the summer.
Swimming Spots and Sandy Beaches to Visit in the Hudson Valley
1. Every Flight out of Newburgh’s Stewart International Airport
If the appearance of local day trips and ALB flights on this list didn’t already tip you off, Hudson Valleyites love to travel! Lucky for us, we have SWF centrally located in the Valley for easy escapes to a number of destinations.
Every Flight out of Newburgh’s Stewart International Airport
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