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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Ditch the Drama: The 5-Star Hudson Valley Holiday Hideaways Guaranteed to Go Viral (Your In-Laws Can’t Find You Here)

It’s that time of year, Hudson Valley dwellers and NYC weekend escape artists! The twinkle lights are up, the cocoa is hot, and your sanity? Well, that might be on thin ice. Forget passive-aggressive charades and sad, droopy tinsel. This holiday season, we’re talking about a luxury vacation rental so chic, so cozy, and […]

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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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Hudson Valley in Fall: A Living Poem of Light, Color, and Style – Photography and Reflections by Maxwell Alexander

Hudson Valley in Fall: A Living Poem of Light, Color, and Style – Photo Story by Maxwell Alexander

The Hudson River Valley has always carried a pulse of beauty that transcends the ordinary. The great painters of the Hudson River School once stood on these very ridges and riverbanks, translating the sacred conversation between light and landscape into eternal works of art. Their canvases weren’t about geography—they were meditations on existence itself. […]

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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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Hudson Valley Travel Photo Guides by Hudson Valley Style Magazine

Hudson Valley Travel Photo Guides is a visual storytelling project dedicated to documenting the Hudson Valley and Catskills through a grounded, editorial lens. Produced by Hudson Valley Style Magazine, these guides combine original travel photography, place-based narratives, and practical insights to help visitors and Hudson Valley residents experience the region with clarity, respect, and curiosity.

Rather than chasing trends or exaggerated luxury, our travel photo guides focus on atmosphere, design, landscape, and lived experience. Each guide captures how places actually feel—morning light in a historic town, quiet roads between farms, the texture of a well-designed cabin, or the rhythm of a weekend spent cooking, walking, and resting.

A Visual Approach to Hudson Valley Travel

Photography sits at the center of every guide. Our images document the Hudson Valley as it exists: unstyled moments, natural light, thoughtful interiors, seasonal landscapes, and human-scale hospitality. From the Catskill Mountains to river towns along the Hudson, we photograph places as destinations people can realistically return to again and again.

Each travel photo guide blends:

  • Original location photography
  • Walkable town explorations
  • Boutique hotels and vacation rentals
  • Farm-to-table food culture
  • Design-forward cabins and historic homes
  • Wellness-forward travel experiences

The result is a visual archive of Hudson Valley travel rooted in authenticity rather than performance.

Rooted in Place, Not Algorithms

Hudson Valley Travel Photo Guides are written and photographed locally, with deep familiarity with the region. We prioritize accuracy, local context, and long-term relevance over short-lived trends. Guides are designed to remain useful across seasons, helping travelers plan trips that align with how they want to live, eat, rest, and explore while visiting the Hudson Valley.

This approach supports local businesses, independent hospitality operators, and creative communities throughout the region, while offering travelers a clear sense of place before they arrive.

LGBTQ+ Travel in the Hudson Valley

Hudson Valley Travel Photo Guides actively include LGBTQ+ travel perspectives as part of documenting the region honestly and inclusively. The Hudson Valley and Catskills have long offered space for creative freedom, chosen family, and quieter forms of self-expression, making the region a natural destination for LGBTQ+ travelers seeking both beauty and ease.

Our guides highlight LGBTQ+-friendly towns, welcoming accommodations, and travel experiences that feel safe, relaxed, and culturally aware. Rather than labeling or separating queer travel from the broader story, LGBTQ+ presence is woven naturally into our photography and narratives—reflecting how LGBTQ+ visitors actually move through the Hudson Valley.

We photograph and write with an understanding that LGBTQ+ travelers often look for more than nightlife or spectacle. Privacy, design, wellness, walkable towns, and a sense of belonging matter. From peaceful cabin stays and boutique hotels to farm-to-table dining and slow weekends in river towns, our guides help LGBTQ+ travelers envision trips that feel grounded and affirming.

Hudson Valley Travel Photo Guides support inclusive travel by centering real places, respectful storytelling, and visibility without performance. The result is a resource that serves LGBTQ+ travelers while also strengthening the Hudson Valley’s identity as an open, creative, and welcoming destination.

What Makes These Guides Different

Unlike generic travel blogs or list-style roundups, Hudson Valley Travel Photo Guides emphasize:

  • Editorial-quality photography instead of stock imagery
  • Real locations, real stays, real experiences
  • Calm, practical travel planning without exaggeration
  • A design- and wellness-aware perspective
  • Respect for the land, towns, and Hudson Valley community

Every guide is curated to help readers understand where they are going, not just where to book.

Serving Travelers, Creatives, and the Hudson Valley Community

These guides are created for people who value thoughtful travel—travelers who cook, walk, explore, photograph, rest, and notice details. They are also used by designers, editors, hospitality professionals, and creatives looking for visual references of the Hudson Valley that feel grounded and current.

Hudson Valley Travel Photo Guides live within Hudson Valley Style Magazine as part of a broader editorial mission: documenting the region’s evolving relationship with travel, wellness, design, and everyday beauty.

Explore the Hudson Valley Through the Lens

Hudson Valley Travel Photo Guides offer a visual entry point into the region—one rooted in reality, respect, and aesthetic clarity. Through photography and editorial storytelling, we invite readers to slow down, look closer, and experience the Hudson Valley as a place to return to, not just pass through.