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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Cannonballs, Couture & Lemonade: The Ultimate Guide to Water Fun in the Hudson Valley – Luxury Travel – Wellness Travel – Presented by Alluvion Vacation

Cannonballs, Couture & Lemonade: The Ultimate Guide to the Best Pools and Water Fun in the Hudson Valley

When the summer sun kisses the Catskills and the air starts to shimmer, there’s only one place you should be—splashing your way through the best pools in the Hudson Valley, preferably in a body-defining swimsuit and with a chilled glass of lemonade in hand. Whether you’re lounging poolside with a curated vibe or diving […]

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The Cowboy’s Guide to Freedom: Stars, Stripes, and Steam in the Hudson Valley – By Maxwell Alexander – Wellness, Wellness Travel, LGBTQ+ Travel

The Cowboy’s Guide to Freedom: Stars, Stripes, and Steam in the Hudson Valley

For most people, the Fourth of July means fireworks, red meat saturated with antibiotics and pesticides, and a sea of disposable plastic—from Solo cups to grocery store burger trays—all destined for landfills under the lie of “recycling.” Because let’s be real: recycling is a feel-good scam designed by the same mega-corporations and rigged government […]

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Now Booking: Summer 2025 Airbnb Photography in the Hudson Valley and Catskills by Alluvion Media

If you’re an Airbnb host or vacation rental owner in the Hudson Valley or Catskills, your summer season starts with the right visuals. Alluvion Media, the Hudson Valley’s top-rated provider of luxury Airbnb photography, is now accepting limited bookings for Summer 2025. Led by world-class hospitality photographer and creative director Maxwell Alexander, these photoshoots […]

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Top 10 Reasons to Celebrate Pride 2025 Season in the Hudson Valley (with Alluvion Vacations, of course) – By Maxwell Alexander – Artist/Activist, LGBTQ+ Travel Connoisseur, and Proudly Queer Human in Full Bloom

Top 10 Reasons to Celebrate Pride 2025 Season in the Hudson Valley (with Alluvion Vacations, of course)

The Hudson Valley isn’t just about fall foliage, farm-to-table brunches, or suspiciously expensive antiques in “barns.” In 2025, it’s also the place where Pride isn’t just a parade—it’s a damn lifestyle revolution. While the federal government plays Whac-A-Mole with transgender rights, the Hudson Valley strikes back with rainbows, resistance, and radical queer joy. Top […]

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Just Released: Hudson Valley Style Magazine – Summer 2025 Alluvion Lifestyle Edition

Hudson Valley Style Magazine – Summer 2025 Alluvion Lifestyle Edition

The Summer 2025 Alluvion Lifestyle Print Edition of Hudson Valley Style Magazine is now available from major booksellers and premium magazine distributors—and it’s our most inspiring issue yet. Designed for those who crave intentional living, elevated escapes, and editorial beauty, this limited-edition print volume showcases the very best of summer in the Hudson Valley. […]

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Emotional Freedom for LGBTQ+ People: Why Ditching Social Media is a Radical Act of Self-Love – By Maxwell Alexander, MA, BFA, Certified Fitness Trainer, Bodybuilding, Nutrition, and Wellness Coach

Emotional Freedom for LGBTQ+ People: Why Ditching Social Media is a Radical Act of Self-Love

Let’s just say it: social media is emotional abuse in disguise. And no, I’m not being dramatic—I’m being liberated. If you’re part of the LGBTQ+ community, you’ve probably been told that social media is your microphone, your stage, your “platform.” But guess what? That same platform is engineered by patriarchal tech overlords to hijack […]

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Summer Vacation in the Hudson Valley: Pools, Guests, and the Airbnb Management Brand Turning Properties into Seasonal Powerhouses – Presented by Alluvion Vacations – Top Rated Vacation Rentals in the Hudson Valley and Catskills – Hospitality Photography by Alluvion Media

Summer Vacation in the Hudson Valley: Pools, Guests, and the Airbnb Management Brand Turning Properties into Seasonal Powerhouses

In the competitive world of short-term rentals, few things scream “booked solid” louder than a shimmering pool under the Hudson Valley sun. As city dwellers flood north in search of fresh air and curated escapes, properties with strong visual identity and lifestyle appeal are rising to the top of Airbnb listings. At the center […]

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