Cicada Summer 2025: Your Hudson Valley Field Guide to the 17‑Year Brood XIV Emergence – by Maxwell Alexander

Cicada Summer 2025: Your Hudson Valley Field Guide to the 17‑Year Brood XIV Emergence

Billions of 17‑year cicadas—Brood XIV—are surfacing across the Hudson Valley right now, turning forests, orchards, and even backyard gardens into a once‑in‑a‑generation spectacle. I’ll be out there with my camera gear—queer, caffeinated, and nature‑obsessed—hiking every ridge from New Paltz to Philmont to catch the glitter‑winged bugs under perfect morning light. Use this hyper‑local guide to plan your […]

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Hudson Valley Vacation Rental Management Services: Style, Strategy, and Seamless Hosting with Alluvion Vacations | Luxury Travel | LGBTQ+ Travel | Presented by Alluvion Vacations

Hudson Valley Vacation Rental Management Services: Style, Strategy, and Seamless Hosting with Alluvion Vacations

As the Hudson Valley continues to rise as a premier destination for design-conscious travelers, the demand for elevated, professionally managed vacation rentals has never been greater. Enter Alluvion Vacations — the region’s most forward-thinking Hudson Valley vacation rental management company, offering full-spectrum services tailored to luxury, wellness, and style-driven hospitality experiences in New Paltz, […]

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Alluvion Vacations: The Leading Hudson Valley Vacation Rental Management Company Redefining Airbnb Hosting

In the vibrant and ever-growing world of short-term rentals, one name continues to rise to the top in the Hudson Valley and Catskills: Alluvion Vacations. As a full-service Hudson Valley vacation rental management company, Alluvion is setting a new standard for Airbnb and vacation rental success—one that blends hospitality, style, wellness, and sustainability into […]

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Capturing the Awakening: Maxwell Alexander's Intimate Glimpse of Spring in Windham, NY – Nature Photography – Presented by Alluvion Vacations – Sustainable Travel in the Hudson Valley and Catskills

Capturing the Awakening: Maxwell Alexander’s Intimate Glimpse of Spring in Windham, NY – Nature Photography

The ice retreats, and the gentle murmurs of spring breathe life into the once-slumbering landscapes of Windham’s Catskill Mountains. In this season of rebirth, Photographer Maxwell Alexander offers a vivid journey through his “Windham Up-Close” photoshoot, inviting eyes to savor the flourishing nuances of nature’s renaissance. Capturing the Awakening: Maxwell Alexander’s Intimate Glimpse of […]

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Elevate Your Escape: Luxury Travel Meets Experiential Hospitality and Craft Mixology in the Heart of the Hudson Valley

In a world where luxury is measured in meaning, not just amenities, experiential hospitality is transforming the way we travel—and the memories we take with us. Today’s most unforgettable getaways are rooted in experiential hospitality, where every detail invites you to engage, create, and truly live in the moment. This summer, Alluvion Vacations is […]

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Spring Wellness Travel in the Hudson Valley: How a Simple Tea Ceremony Becomes a Transformative Experience

Wellness travel is blooming this spring in the Hudson Valley, and it’s not just about yoga mats and hiking boots anymore. A rising star in the world of experiential hospitality, the humble tea ceremony is taking center stage at select Alluvion Vacations properties, offering guests a moment of calm, connection, and steeped serenity. Spring […]

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Spring Awakening: Sip Into the Season with the Blossom-Twist Hog Martini – Hudson Valley Style Mixology

As the frost of winter melts away, the early spring in the Hudson Valley ushers in a time of renewal and reawakening. Nature’s revival paints the perfect backdrop for a mixology masterpiece: the Blossom-Twist Hog Martini. This drink isn’t just a beverage; it’s a rite of spring, capturing the essence of the valley’s blossoming […]

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Unlock Serenity in the Catskills: How Journaling by a Rustic Hearth Can Rejuvenate Your Mind – Wellness Travel with Maxwell Alexander – Presented by Alluvion Vacations

Unlock Serenity in the Catskills: How Journaling by a Rustic Hearth Can Rejuvenate Your Mind

As the golden flames dance to the whisper of the crackling fire, and the serene silence of the Catskills envelopes you, it’s not just the warmth that embraces your soul—it’s the profound tranquility of a modern rustic farmhouse getaway. Let’s settle into the heart of wellness travel, where journaling becomes not just a pastime […]

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Experiential Interior Design Tips for Airbnb Hosts in the Hudson Valley & Catskills

The Hudson Valley and Catskills are more than just scenic retreats—they are destinations that offer a profound sense of place, history, and relaxation. As an experiential designer and wellness coach, I believe that vacation rentals are the epitome of experiential design, allowing guests to immerse themselves in inspiring, wellness-oriented spaces that engage all the […]

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New Short-Term Rental Tax Law Shakes Up Hudson Valley & Catskills Airbnb Market – by Maxwell Alexander, EIC, Hudson Valley Style Magazine

New Short-Term Rental Tax Law Shakes Up Hudson Valley & Catskills Airbnb Market

New York State has enacted first-of-its-kind legislation to regulate short-term rentals (STRs) statewide – a move with major implications for popular vacation rental areas like the Hudson Valley and Catskills. Senate Bill S885 (Hinchey) and its chapter amendment (designated Chapter 99 of the Laws of 2025) establish a statewide short-term rental registry along with […]

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Antiques, Cheese, and Cocktails—Oh My! A Delightful Detour at Last Chance Restaurant in Tannersville, NY

There’s something magical about stepping into a place that feels like it exists in a parallel universe where time slows down, cheese is revered like fine art, and every creaky wooden beam has a story to whisper. That’s exactly the vibe at Last Chance Restaurant + Antiques and Cheese Store in Tannersville, NY—a cozy, […]

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Winter Hiking in the Hudson Valley and Catskills: Chasing Frozen Waterfalls at Kaaterskill Falls

Winter transforms the Hudson Valley hiking scene into something out of a dream—think snow-covered trails, icy cliffs, and breathtaking frozen waterfalls. On my latest hiking adventure in the Catskills, I had the chance to witness one of the most iconic sights in the region: Kaaterskill Falls in all its frozen glory. If you haven’t […]

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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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