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PTSD – Quieting the Alarm – Ketamine Therapy and a New Era in Mental Health

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 30, 2025

Hudson Valley, last time we opened this series with a simple promise: to look at mental health and ketamine therapy through a kinder, more hopeful lens. Today, let’s talk about PTSD. If the first article was a handshake, think of this one as a quiet place to sit down together. PTSD – Quieting the […]

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Dew and Desire: A Morning in the Catskills – Fine Art Nature Photo Story

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 30, 2025

The first thing I felt was the sun. It slipped between the curtains of my cabin like a slow, deliberate lover, its golden fingers brushing my bare chest, tracing the ridges of muscle, pausing-just so-over the thrum of my heart. There’s a certain way morning light touches you when the mountains are your only […]

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Finding Your Perfect Cabin in the Woods with a Fire Pit – Discover Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 25, 2025

Escaping the hustle and bustle of city life to relax in a cozy cabin hidden in the woods is a dream shared by many. The allure of a crackling fire pit, starlit nights, and the tranquil sounds of nature make for the perfect getaway. If you’re looking for an unforgettable cabin retreat in the […]

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Berry Bliss and Honeyed Luxury in Rhinebeck, NY – Hudson Valley Style Kitchen

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 24, 2025

Darling, this isn’t just a recipe — it’s a wellness travel fantasy bite, styled by Rhinebeck sunshine and blessed by the Hudson Valley gods of good taste. Straight from the Culinary Wellness Edition of Hudson Valley Style Magazine, curated by your good-life connoisseur Maxwell Alexander, this story is about more than food. It’s about […]

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Vivash Medical Spa: The Treatments You Want, the Confidence You Deserve

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 24, 2025

Forget the dated idea of a med spa as commercial, sterile or intimidating. Vivash Medical Spa is rewriting the script for a new generation. With thriving locations in Mahopac and Beacon, NY, co-founders Dr. Elaine Suderio, DNP, FNP-BC and Samantha Ortiz, RN are serving something that goes way beyond needles and machines. This is […]

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Gay Bourbon Manhattan – Hudson Valley Mixology at the Shawangunk Mountains Cabin

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 24, 2025

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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The Top 10 Apple Picking Farms and Orchards in the Hudson Valley

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 21, 2025

Autumn in the Hudson Valley is everyone’s favorite season of pure magic. As the leaves turn to shades of amber and gold, the region becomes a picturesque backdrop for one of the most beloved fall activities: apple picking. Whether you’re a local resident or a visitor, the Hudson Valley offers some of the finest […]

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Heritage Food and Drink: Where Rustic Charm Meets Elevated Cuisine – Wappingers Falls, NY

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 20, 2025

In the Hudson Valley, famous for its bountiful farms and farm-to-table dining, you’ll find Heritage Food and Drink in Wappingers Falls, NY (Just a short Uber ride from the Metro-North Train Station in Beacon, NY, or an even shorter ride from New Hamburg, NY, for all of you NYC weekend warriors!). The restaurant’s name […]

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Healing Together: Ketamine Therapy and a New Era in Mental Health – by David Miller, MD

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 19, 2025

My dear readers, you might be a little surprised to see me here in the pages of Hudson Valley Style Magazine. After all, I’ve spent my life in scrubs, not silk scarves, and my domain has always been the operating room. So why am I suddenly leading a conversation on something that seems, at […]

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Open the Tap: Short-Term Rentals Are Driving Real Local Spending in the Hudson Valley & Catskills

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 18, 2025

The Hudson Valley and Catskills are no longer weekend secrets; they’re economic engines. But the way we measure and support that engine still privileges big-box hotel pipelines over the decentralized, community-first ecosystem powered by short-term rentals (STRs). If the goal is to grow New York tourism that actually feeds New York businesses, then marketing […]

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | May 16, 2025

Cradled by undulating hills, verdant woodlands, and glistening rivers, the Hudson Valley unfolds as a pastoral haven of renewal and serenity. Here, the clamor of modern life yields to nature’s hushed cadence, rendering the region a coveted refuge for those in pursuit of restoration and inner calm. From opulent spa sanctuaries to secluded yoga […]

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | May 16, 2025

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | May 15, 2025

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | May 10, 2025

In the competitive world of short-term rentals, few things scream “booked solid” louder than a shimmering pool under the Hudson Valley sun. As city dwellers flood north in search of fresh air and curated escapes, properties with strong visual identity and lifestyle appeal are rising to the top of Airbnb listings. At the center […]

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | May 9, 2025

Experience the charm of the Hudson Valley with a stay at the 1850 Catskills Farmhouse in East Durham-a quintessential historic farmhouse vacation rental that perfectly blends rustic elegance with modern comforts. Nestled on eight acres of serene countryside, this beautifully restored home offers an authentic taste of upstate New York’s heritage, making it an […]

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | May 9, 2025

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | May 8, 2025

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | May 7, 2025

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | May 7, 2025

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By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | May 7, 2025

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