The Hudson Valley and the Catskill Mountains are rich with history, natural beauty, and cultural diversity, and within easy reach of New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. Quaira villages, small wineries. and pick-your-own farms coexist with prestigious restaurants, adventure sports, and trendy nightspots. Finding all the best places on and off the main drag isn"t always easy, however, and residents and travelers alike have come to rely on this Explorer"s Guide to make a vacation or day trip memorable.This third edition of the most comprehensive guide to the region has been thoroughly updated, with new inns and restaurants added, and includes a new section highlighting the best places for families to lodge, eat, and play. As with all volumes in the acclaimed Explorer"s Guide series, The Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains has been independently researched by the authors -- both local experts and veteran travel writers -- and accepts no paid advertising.