The Catskill Mountains, or the Catskills, is a natural area found in the northwest of New York City, to the southwest of Albany. It is a beautiful, sharp relief that was the result of years of erosion of a dissected plateau. This location, because of its beauty, has hosted a number of interesting tourist spots for everyone to enjoy. Here are some of them:

1. Catskills Forest Preserve. Covering about 300,000 acres, the highest point of this preserve is Slide Mountain, which has its peak 4,180 feet from the ground. The preserve has three streams that are ideal for fishing: Neversink, Willowemoc, and Beaver Kill.

2. Ted Martin?s Reptile Adventure. The site has a variety of reptiles on display, including alligators, turtles, crocodiles, and snakes. These are handled by professional trainers who are knowledgeable about the lifestyle of these animals. The trainers can even let visitors touch these reptiles.

3. Bronck Museum. This house-turned-museum has been known to be the oldest surviving residence in Upstate New York. Built way back in 1663, the house was furnished with Federal, Victorian, and Empire furniture, together with an assortment of glass, silver, and china. Read the rest of this entry »

Windham is a quiet and small town in New York, which has its name derived from it being referred to as ?The Winy Hamlet?. It is known for having some of the best and most amazing hiking spots in the world. These trails are beautiful that they have been believed to inspire many painters and visual artists.

Nestled in the northern part of the Catskill Park, Windham is known for its three peaks all 4,000 feet high. But those who prefer not to scale these peaks may try other easier hiking trails. You can try to contact staff members of Mountain Top Historical Society for a series of easy to difficult hikes. Membership is not needed to avail of these courses.

As for lodging, a recommended place to stay in would be the Windham Mountain Inn, where you would be able to find a lot of diverse fun suitable for the whole family. It is considered as one of the lodgings there that are able to offer cozy and comfortable rooms for all kinds of travelers. On Windham Mountain, you would have three terrain parks and runs that would be suitable for all levels of skiers. Read the rest of this entry »