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

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 18, 2026

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 Shape of Winter – Nature Photo Story by Maxwell Alexander

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 14, 2026

Winter strips the Hudson Valley down to its quiet intelligence. Without foliage, without spectacle, nature speaks in smaller gestures-fibers of ice, seed husks suspended in air, water pausing mid-movement. I photograph winter not to document landscapes, but to enter them. Close-ups allow me to step past scenery and into structure, rhythm, and presence. What […]

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Hiring Now: Hudson Valley Jobs Spotlight – Aláry Health Spa Poughkeepsie Seeks Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 14, 2026

The Hudson Valley job market is heating up for 2026, and top-tier clinical professionals are in high demand as Poughkeepsie emerges as a premier hub for medical wellness and longevity science. If you are searching for healthcare careers in New York that move away from the traditional hospital grind and into the world of […]

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Ava Ava in New Rochelle: The Vibrant Cocktail Lounge Serving Queer Joy, Karaoke Vibes & Royal Realness

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 14, 2026

Let me paint you a picture, honey. It’s a balmy New Rochelle night, my friend and I are bar-hopping in our best spring fits, ready to call it a night, when—BAM!—we hear the unmistakable sound of someone belting Whitney Houston with the passion of a thousand glitter bombs. The source? Ava Ava, doors wide […]

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

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 14, 2026

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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Poughkeepsie Hiring Now: New Mental Health Jobs Transforming Hudson Valley Healthcare

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 12, 2026

POUGHKEEPSIE, NY — The Hudson Valley is facing a critical surge in demand for mental health services, and the local job market is responding with a shift toward integrated, high-tech wellness models. Leading this expansion is Aláry Health Spa, which has just announced several high-priority openings for Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC) and clinical […]

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Why Cold Spring remains a Top-tier Hudson Valley Getaway Destination

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 9, 2026

Located just about an hour north of Manhattan on the banks of Hudson River — and easily accessible by rail via Metro-North — Cold Spring offers a rare blend of natural beauty, historic charm, and easy accessibility for those seeking a quick escape from city life. Why Cold Spring Remains a Top-tier Hudson Valley […]

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Hudson Valley Airbnb Photography, Marketing, and PR Built Into Alluvion Vacations Short-Term Rental Management

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 8, 2026

In today’s competitive Hudson Valley Airbnb market, exceptional photography, strategic marketing, and earned media exposure are no longer extras — they’re essential for elevated search rankings, higher occupancy rates, and premium nightly rates. Alluvion Media delivers professional Airbnb photography services, vacation rental visual branding, and world-class marketing and PR, exclusively bundled into the all-inclusive […]

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Crystalline Rebellion: Serving the Frozen Cucumber Cooler Amidst a Catskills Whiteout

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 6, 2026

Listen, darling, while the rest of the world is burying themselves in drab, oversized flannels and drowning in the tepid, clove-heavy clichés of the ski-lodge masses, I am currently staged at The Roxbury Haus—the undisputed crown jewel of the Alluvion Vacations portfolio—proving that winter is a season best served on the rocks. We aren’t […]

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

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 6, 2026

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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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | February 21, 2020

Maria Cabrera is very pleased to announce the launch of her own bridal collection including wedding gowns, veils, and headpieces, making all of your wedding dress dreams come true. The collection is modern, and sophisticated with familiar shapes and fabrics. A feminine aesthetic is present throughout the collection. Soft tones, sequin, and beaded sparkle […]

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | February 19, 2020

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | February 19, 2020

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | February 14, 2020

It’s all about Psychology of Visual Perception: Interior Design Tips to Make a Small Space Seem Big by Designer Maxwell Alexander, Editor in Chief / Hudson Valley Style Magazine Whether you live in a small apartment in New York City or want to make the most of a compact room in your suburban Hudson […]

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | February 13, 2020

Indoor survival guide for guys (BPT) – The winter months are known as a leading cause of indoor stir-craziness. Colder temperatures, rain, sleet, snow and shortened daylight hours all mean we spend more time inside than we would like. This poses a particular challenge for guys, who after months of hibernation are surely climbing […]

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | February 11, 2020

This photoshoot literally took more than 6 months to accomplish, just because summer is not a permanent thing for Hudson Valley. In fact, I know a lot of people who weather the winter months in warmer climates such as Florida in the US or Caribbean Islands for those who are even luckier. Well, for […]

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | February 9, 2020

Selling a home in the Hudson Valley can be exciting and frustrating all at the same time. Of course, you’ll increase your excitement and lessen your frustration if you sell your house quickly and efficiently. But to sell your house fast, you’re going to need to make sure you’re not making any mistakes that […]

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | February 8, 2020

When you take out your camera to take portraits, how do you do it so that you will have them with wow factor? Do you adhere to the rules usually known as standard with portrait photography? Don’t you find your portraits boring and monotonous? If so, why not break some rules and think out […]

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | February 6, 2020

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | February 5, 2020

Owning rental property offers a wide range of benefits and is an excellent source of steady cash flow for many people. However, you may want to consider selling your rental property due to a variety of reasons. Discussing all of your options with a financial advisor can help you make the best decision for […]

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