Little Loaf Bakeshop: Queer, Glorious, and Carb-Blessed in New Paltz

I arrived in New Paltz hungry, under-caffeinated, and emotionally prepared for greatness. Little Loaf Bakeshop delivered with precision and personality. This place operates as a queer landmark disguised as a bakery, and as a roaming Hudson Valley queer artist with opinions, I felt immediately seen. Little Loaf Bakeshop: Queer, Glorious, and Carb-Blessed in New […]

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The 7 Best Queer-Friendly Winter Escapes in the Hudson Valley and Catskills – Wellness Travel – LGBTQ+ Travel – Lifestyle – Presented by Alluvion Vacations

The 7 Best Queer-Friendly Winter Escapes in the Hudson Valley and Catskills

LGBTQ+ winter travel in the Hudson Valley and Catskills has shed its “quiet season” reputation, emerging instead as a vibrant, high-design playground for the community. Forget the predictable city circuits—this winter is about the “Queer Zen” of a frost-dusted forest, the architectural thrill of a glass-walled sanctuary, and the unapologetic joy of a crisp […]

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The “Un-Brooklyn” Manifesto: Why the Next Era of Hudson Valley Interior Design is Leaving the City Behind

For nearly a decade, the Hudson Valley was branded with a singular, somewhat reductive label: “The New Brooklyn.” It was meant as a compliment—a nod to the influx of artisanal coffee, reclaimed wood, and minimalist aesthetics. But as we enter 2026, a quiet rebellion is taking place inside the most storied homes from Beacon […]

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The Evolution of Hospitality in the Hudson Valley and Catskills

The evolution of hospitality in the Hudson Valley and Catskills reflects a move away from performative luxury toward something more practical and personal. Thoughtful design, privacy, authenticity, and atmosphere now matter more than excess. Below is Dino Alexander’s story from the Roxbury Haus Edition of Hudson Valley Style Magazine. The Evolution of Hospitality in […]

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Holiday Mixology and Hudson Valley Spirit Stories: Sophie Newsome’s Hibiscus Gin Tonic – Story and Photography by Maxwell Alexander

Holiday Mixology and Hudson Valley Spirit Stories: Sophie Newsome’s Hibiscus Gin Tonic

The Hudson Valley holiday season is a time for warmth, community, and creative spirits — both in the glass and in the stories that shape them. One such inspiring tale comes from Cooper’s Daughter Spirits, a woman-owned, family-operated distillery in Claverack that blends historic tradition with modern mixology. Holiday Mixology and Hudson Valley Spirit […]

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Snowberry Bliss: A Dashing Winter Cocktail Adventure in the Catskills – Mixology – Wellness Travel – LGBTQ+ Travel – Presented by Alluvion Vacations

Snowberry Bliss: A Dashing Winter Cocktail Adventure in the Catskills

There’s something utterly magical about winter in the Catskill Mountains—especially when you’re sipping something fabulous inside a glass-walled luxury villa, perched atop a snow-dusted peak. As the snowflakes pirouetted outside and the fireplace crackled with enviable enthusiasm, I did what any self-respecting mixologist (who also happens to be a bodybuilding and sports nutrition coach) […]

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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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Holiday Season, Rewritten: Cold Spring’s New Alluvion Vacations Estate Turns Hudson Valley Winter Into a Lifestyle – Luxury Travel – Wellness Travel – LGBTQ+ Travel – Presented by Alluvion Vacations

Holiday Season, Rewritten: Cold Spring’s New Alluvion Vacations Estate Turns Hudson Valley Winter Into a Lifestyle

Cold Spring has a way of disarming even the most overstimulated city brain. One minute you are doom-scrolling on the train; the next you are standing in front of the Hudson Highlands, watching the light slide across Storm King like a slow-motion spotlight. The newest estate curated by Alluvion Vacations takes that moment of […]

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The Roxbury Haus Edition ft. Angela Yee and Sara Golan Marks a New Era of Artistic Evolution for Hudson Valley Style Magazine – Presented by Alluvion Vacations

The Roxbury Haus Edition ft. Angela Yee and Sara Golan Marks a New Era of Artistic Evolution for Hudson Valley Style Magazine

A Celebration of Style, Design, Wellness, and the Art of Living Well in the Catskills With every issue, Hudson Valley Style Magazine continues to evolve—expanding the dialogue between design, wellness, and the way we choose to live. The Roxbury Haus Edition marks a new chapter in that evolution, symbolizing the magazine’s transformation into a […]

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Darling, You’ve Arrived: This Saugerties Farmhouse is the Catskills Getaway We Deserve

The glorious truth about a Hudson Valley weekend getaway is that it must elevate every single thing. True leisure requires finding a property that transforms a mere vacation into a fabulous, full-bodied experience—a perfectly curated realignment of mind, body, and couture. We are talking about leaning into the luxury, darling, and doing so from […]

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The Art of the Autumn Escape: Crafting a Modern Rustic Wellness Sanctuary at Home

As the vibrant hues of summer yield to the crisp embrace of autumn, our homes beckon us with a promise of warmth, comfort, and restorative tranquility. In 2025, the Hudson Valley aesthetic is embracing a refined interpretation of seasonal nesting: Modern Rustic Wellness. This movement, deeply rooted in the “quiet luxury” ethos, transcends mere […]

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Discover Serenity and Wellness in the Hudson Valley: A Review of Shawangunk Chalet in New Paltz, NY – Presented by Alluvion Vacations

Discover Serenity and Wellness in the Hudson Valley: A Review of Shawangunk Chalet in New Paltz, NY

In the heart of New York’s breathtaking Hudson Valley, those seeking solace, rejuvenation, and a touch of luxury find their sanctuary at the Shawangunk Chalet, an Alluvion Vacations Wellness Travel Experience like no other. This exquisite destination is not just a place to stay; it’s an invitation to immerse oneself in the tranquility and […]

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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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