Sagebrush Buckaroo: Gay Cowboy Mixology in the Catskills, Late January

Late January in the Catskill Mountains favors clarity. The noise fades, the temperature drops, and pretense struggles to survive. Roxbury Haus meets the season properly: clean lines, disciplined warmth, and a bar that rewards competence. The Cocky Cowboy—my fine-art character—commands the bar with composed authority, proving that real power moves quietly. Sagebrush Buckaroo: Gay […]

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The Best Airbnbs in the Hudson Valley for a Stylish Local Escape

The Hudson Valley continues to rank among the most desirable weekend destinations in New York State this winter, celebrated for its scenery, creative energy, and design-forward stays. National travel editors routinely spotlight the region for its standout rentals, with outlets like Time Out highlighting Hudson Valley Airbnbs as some of the most sought-after countryside […]

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The Curated Escape: Creekside Serenity, Saugerties' Most Exclusive Cottage Retreat – Luxury Travel – Wellness Travel – LGBTQ+ Travel – Presented by Alluvion Vacations

The Curated Escape: Creekside Serenity, Saugerties’ Most Exclusive Cottage Retreat

The Hudson Valley and Catskills region has long been the gold standard for sophisticated, high-design escapes. Yet, finding a property that perfectly balances total, pristine seclusion with effortless access to local culture and events can be a rare feat. Discover Creekside Serenity: The Luxury Guest Cottage on 30 Private Acres Near Saugerties & HITS, […]

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Gay Bourbon Manhattan – Hudson Valley Mixology at the Shawangunk Mountains Cabin

The Shawangunks don’t exactly scrape the sky—let’s be real, they’re flat as a cowboy’s first pancake, but when that golden Hudson Valley sunset hits them just right, it’ll make you swear you’re looking at Olympus. That’s exactly where I was, up at the Shawangunk Mountains Cabin, when the evening light dared me to craft […]

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Longer, Slower, Better: Why Workations Are Redefining Travel in the Hudson Valley and Catskills – Hospitality and Travel Trends

The world of travel is changing—and fast. But ironically, the new trend shaping how people explore the world isn’t about speed at all. It’s about slowing down, staying longer, and living more intentionally. Welcome to the age of the workation, where the laptop lifestyle meets luxury nature escapes, and the Hudson Valley and Catskills […]

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Hudson Valley Iced Tea: The Sophisticated Sipper Born by the Fire at a Modern Rustic Farmhouse in Saugerties – Hudson Valley Style Mixology with Maxwell Alexander – Luxury Travel – Wellness Travel – Presented by Alluvion Vacation

Hudson Valley Iced Tea: The Sophisticated Sipper Born by the Fire at a Modern Rustic Farmhouse in Saugerties

Let’s set the scene: a golden summer sunset, a crackling fire pit, and me—your favorite cowboy-hatted mixologist—lounging at the modern rustic farmhouse by Alluvion Vacations, holding a crystal-clear flute filled with an amber-hued elixir that whispers, “Darling, we don’t do basic here.” Welcome to the debut of the one and only Hudson Valley Iced […]

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A Mystical Evening in Hudson Valley: Maxwell Alexander’s Captivating Photoshoot at the Shawangunk Chalet in Gardiner, NY

Deep within the embrace of New Paltz’s Shawangunk Mountains, I found myself standing before a sight that seemed to have been conjured from the pages of a fantasy novel. A three-story high chalet, an architectural marvel with its towering A-frame roof, stood majestically against the canvas of the White Cliff, making my heart race […]

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Cinco de Mayo with a Twist: The Hudson Valley Style Dill Pickle Margarita Recipe That’ll Shake Up Your Celebration |  Mixology 101 with Maxwell Alexander | Luxury Travel | LGBTQ+ Travel | Presented by Alluvion Vacations

Cinco de Mayo with a Twist: The Hudson Valley Style Dill Pickle Margarita That’ll Shake Up Your Celebration

When May 5th rolls around in the Hudson Valley, we don’t just sip — we celebrate. And this year, we’re raising our glasses (and eyebrows) to something uniquely fabulous: the Hudson Valley Style Dill Pickle Margarita recipe, a cheeky, bold, and delightfully briny cocktail that’s as unapologetic as a drag queen in a sequined sombrero. […]

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Best Airbnb Reviews in Hudson Valley & Catskills: Winter Adventures, Cozy Retreats & 5-Star Stays – Airbnb Reviews – Presented by Alluvion Vacations

Best Airbnb Reviews in Hudson Valley & Catskills: Winter Adventures, Cozy Retreats & 5-Star Stays

Escape to Winter Magic: Why the Hudson Valley & Catskills Are the Ultimate Winter Getaway //  Winter in the Hudson Valley and Catskills is nothing short of a snow-dusted dreamscape—a place where city dwellers escape the hustle and grind of NYC to disconnect, recharge, and indulge in pure seasonal bliss. Think steaming cups of […]

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A Culinary Escape in Catskill, NY: Breakfast at Willa’s Bakery and the Magic of Slow Mornings in the Mountains – Restaurant Reviews with Photographer Maxwell Alexander – LGBTQ+ Travel – Adventure Travel – Wellness Travel – Presented by Alluvion Vacations

A Culinary Escape in Catskill, NY: Breakfast at Willa’s Bakery and the Magic of Slow Mornings in the Mountains

This February morning, I awoke in my Catskill Mountains Hideaway Cabin, embraced by the ethereal hush of the countryside. The snow, a familiar companion of winter, had vanished overnight, unveiling a fog-draped landscape that felt as though it had been conjured straight from a dream. There’s something transformative about the Catskills—its unpredictable weather, its […]

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Mariposa Hill: An Immersive Wellness Retreat and Interior Design Marvel in Chatham

Set within the natural beauty of Chatham, NY, Mariposa Hill is far more than an Airbnb stay—it’s a transformative wellness escape. This luxurious Hudson Valley property, on 20 acres of forested land, is a masterclass in experiential design, blending natural elements with sophisticated touches to create an unparalleled indoor-outdoor flow. As an experiential designer […]

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