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LUNCH in Amagansett: The Ultimate Roadside Seafood Restaurant in the Hamptons

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | August 20, 2026

AMAGANSETT, N.Y. — Can a roadside seafood shack teach us the future of hospitality? At the iconic Lobster Roll Restaurant in Amagansett—known to generations of Hamptons travelers by its giant “LUNCH” sign—the answer arrives deconstructed, drowning in butter and bathed in shifting coastal light. Behind the classic East End seafood menu lives a real-time […]

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Mindful Mixology and Total Privacy: How the Newburgh Ridgeline Retreat Redefines “Hushpitality”

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | August 19, 2026

Travel in the Hudson Valley has entered a more interesting phase. A beautiful house, a dramatic view, and a respectable set of linens still matter, obviously, because civilization has standards. Yet the deeper luxury now is control over your own experience: when you arrive, how much interaction you want, what you drink, where you […]

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Experiential Hospitality: Rethinking Wellness Travel Through Art, Nature, and Privacy

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | August 15, 2026

Grounded in environmental psychology, design theory, and visual culture, this inquiry establishes the emerging framework of Experiential Hospitality through a practice-based, visual study of landscape architecture, art objects, and guest autonomy. Serving as both researcher and fine art photographer, author Maxwell Alexander utilizes narrative photography as primary empirical documentation to evaluate theoretical concepts in […]

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12 Questions Hudson Valley Airbnb Hosts Are Googling in 2026 — Answered by Alluvion Vacations

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | August 15, 2026

Every host searches the same questions eventually. How do I get more bookings. Why did my ranking drop. What amenities actually matter. Here are the answers, straight from the people running a hospitality operation across the Hudson Valley and Catskills. 12 Questions Hudson Valley Airbnb Hosts Are Googling in 2026 — Answered by Alluvion […]

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New Paltz Retreat With Hot Tub Near Mohonk Preserve: A Hudson Valley Wellness Escape for Slow Travel, Lake Adventures, and Mountain Living

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | August 15, 2026

There are places that invite you to check attractions off a list, and there are places that encourage you to slow your breathing, open the windows, and remember what summer in the Hudson Valley feels like. This beautiful New Paltz vacation rental, available through Alluvion Vacations and also offered as a New Paltz Airbnb, […]

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The Forest Has Been Waiting for You: A Hudson Valley Nature Photo Story About Mindfulness, Wildflowers and the Pleasure of Paying Attention

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | August 11, 2026

A mindful hike through the Hudson Valley begins with one wonderfully simple proposition: pay attention. Let the trail decide what deserves your gaze. Let sunlight interrupt the mental chatter. Let scent become memory. Let a mushroom become interesting enough to earn five whole minutes of your life. Research around forest bathing continues to connect […]

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Wall Art That Works: Maxwell Alexander’s Fine Art Photography for Boutique Hotels, Wellness Spaces, and Private Collections

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | August 11, 2026

Art doesn’t decorate a room. It sets the room’s nervous system. Across boutique hotels, medical spas, wellness clinics, and private collections throughout the Hudson Valley and beyond, a single body of fine art photography is quietly redefining what hospitality wall art can do. The work of Maxwell Alexander — photographer, publisher, and Editor-in-Chief of […]

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Desmond’s Gastro Pub Review: Elevated Comfort Food and Hospitality at the Gateway to Long Island’s North Fork

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | August 10, 2026

WADING RIVER, N.Y. — At the gateway to Long Island’s North Fork, Desmond’s Restaurant & Pub at East Wind makes a persuasive case for hospitality as the real centerpiece of destination dining. The Wading River restaurant pairs elevated comfort food with cinematic interiors, East End wine-country influences, thoughtful lighting, and genuinely warm service, all […]

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How to Make Your Catskills Airbnb Vacation Rental Stand Out from the Rest

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | August 7, 2026

What makes your Catskills Airbnb rental or Hudson Valley vacation rental different from the rest? Is it the spectacular views? The unique layout and decor? The proximity to some of the area’s best restaurants, shops, and attractions? If you can focus on making your home the best it can be, you’ll put yourself ahead […]

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Bodybuilding After 40 with Maxwell Alexander – Coach, Artist and Alary Health Co-Founder

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | August 6, 2026

There comes a moment when every bodybuilder realizes that training after 40 has become a partnership with age. The goal evolves from surviving brutal workouts to building a stronger, healthier body capable of growing for decades. The good news remains beautifully simple: muscle continues to respond remarkably well to resistance training after 40. The […]

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Sophisticated kitchen design for a stately aesthetic

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | November 14, 2019

Sophisticated kitchen design for a stately aesthetic (BPT) – A balanced aesthetic across styles creates a truly sophisticated kitchen design. Bring this concept to life with contemporary nuances that complete a space and complement an overall traditional tone. From spatial layout to thoughtful fittings, merge design influences to elevate the heart of the home […]

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Low maintenance, high curb appeal: Top exterior home trends of 2020

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | November 14, 2019

Low maintenance, high curb appeal: Top exterior home trends of 2020 (BPT) – Whether you are thinking of selling your home next year, or simply looking to update certain elements, investing in your exterior will deliver a return on your investment in both resale value and enjoyment. From siding and garage door to the […]

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5 ways to bring the outdoors in this fall

5 ways to bring the outdoors in this fall – Hudson Valley Style Magazine

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | November 14, 2019

5 ways to bring the outdoors in this fall (BPT) – With the weather cooling down and trees changing to vibrant colors, it’s no wonder many consider autumn their favorite time of year. Fall draws people outside to apple orchards and pumpkin patches and fills homes with the smells of seasonal baking. A recent […]

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Prepare for the unexpected: Travel tips for peace of mind

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | November 12, 2019

Prepare for the unexpected: Travel tips for peace of mind (BPT) – Do you have a case of wanderlust? Traveling is a great way to explore new places and try new activities, going beyond the ordinary to create lifelong memories with family and friends. But travel does come with risks. This is particularly important […]

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8 Great DIY Tips for Shooting Your Own Real Estate Photos

8 Great DIY Tips for Shooting Your Own Real Estate Photos

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | November 12, 2019

8 Great DIY Tips for Shooting Your Own Real Estate Photos by Maxwell Alexander (Duncan Avenue Real Estate Photography Studio) Real estate listings with pictures are more likely to get noticed, leading to a faster sale. Getting the best pictures involves hiring a professional real estate photographer, but not every seller has a budget […]

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Step by step instructions on how to start your own startup by Maxwell Alexander, CEO Duncan Avenue Group

Step by step instructions on how to start your own startup by Maxwell Alexander, CEO Duncan Avenue Group

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | October 26, 2019

Step by step instructions on how to start your own startup by Maxwell Alexander, CEO Duncan Avenue Group Got an awesome startup idea? Get yourself a logo, put together a pitch deck and go chase venture capital they say… Not so fast! The only result you get from this strategy is to get yourself […]

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How bad is your air? by Katya A Williams, Hudson Valley Style Magazine Editor, Sustainability and Social Responsibility

How bad is your air?

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | October 19, 2019

How bad is your air? by Katya A Williams, Hudson Valley Style Magazine Editor [ Sustainability and Social Responsibility ] Clean air is something many people are desperate for. Air quality varies from one region to another, and the way the air is treated and maintained highly depends on the infrastructure and economic development, […]

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Modern Rustic Kitchen and Bathroom Design by Duncan Avenue Design Studio

Interior Design Inspiration Gallery: Modern Rustic Victorian Home in Cornwall on Hudson, NY – Interior Design Project by Duncan Avenue Design Studio

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | October 17, 2019

Interior Design Inspiration Gallery: Modern Rustic Victorian Home in Cornwall on Hudson, NY – Interior Design Project by Duncan Avenue Design Studio – Hudson Valley Design: Maxwell and Dino Alexander // Duncan Avenue Design Studio // Kingston, NY 3D Visualization: Duncan Avenue Design Studio / Maxwell L. Alexander In line with Duncan Avenue’s “Design, […]

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Mother Nature inspires 'new neutral' home design trends

Mother Nature inspires ‘new neutral’ home design trends

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | October 16, 2019

Mother Nature inspires ‘new neutral’ home design trends (BPT) – Many interior designers gravitate toward grays or whites as a starting point when building a home’s look and feel, but a new trend is emerging. Homeowners are getting back to basics and finding ways to bring the outdoors in by using neutral earth tones […]

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Think outside: 5 ways to disconnect and enjoy the outdoors

Think outside: 5 ways to disconnect and enjoy the outdoors

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | October 15, 2019

Think outside: 5 ways to disconnect and enjoy the outdoors (BPT) – Life is hectic, full of demands at work and at home. Add digital distractions like computers, cell phones, tablets and more, and it’s no wonder many people are experiencing record-high levels of stress. One simple solution is to shift your perspective by […]

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