THE HUDSON VALLEY
Henry Hudson first chronicled the beauty of the Hudson Valley, with
its majestic cliffs
and forests on his voyage up the river on the Half Moon. Ever since,
the Hudson Valley has
been the stuff of dreams and reveries. In the 19th century, this
natural treasure inspired
an entire art movement: The Hudson Valley School. A drive through
the Valley, with stops
at historic homes and quaint inns makes for a relaxing day of
reverie.
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Boscobel: Federal House overlooking the River
Storm King: Magnificent outdoor sculpture garden
Lyndhurst, Tarrytown: Fabled home of J.P. Morgan |
WEST POINT
The storied military academy perched on a strategic cliff
on the Hudson River
boasts graduates such as General Norman Schwartzkopf. Stroll on the
fabled grounds and
visit to the Academy's fascinating museum, a must for history buffs.
On a good day, cadets
parading in uniform make for colorful memories. Ride time to West
Point: 1.5 hours
WOODBURY COMMONS DISCOUNT SHOPPING
A mecca for serious shoppers: Calvin Klein, Barneys New
York, Rodier Paris, Tommy
Hilfinger, Bally, Timberland, Polo Ralph Lauren and the Home
Collection, Versace, Nike,
Liz Claiborne, Geoffrey Beene, Christian Dior, Champion, Dana
Buchman, Donna Karan,
Mikasa, OshKosh B'Gosh, 220 shops in all!
Ride time to Woodbury Commons: 1 hour
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