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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Above the Valley, Among the Orchards, Along the Vines: Your Ultimate Hudson Valley Fall Travel Bucket List

The Hudson Valley knows exactly what it’s doing. The mountains lean dramatically, the orchards glow like they’ve been lit by an art director, and the vineyards sprawl across the hills with the confidence of a Gucci runway. And then, of course, the balloons — oversized lollipops floating above the fields like nature’s own PR […]

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10 Natural Beauty and Skincare Hacks Straight from the Hudson Valley (That Your Skincare Routine is Begging For) – Wellness – Beauty

10 Natural Beauty Hacks Straight from the Hudson Valley (That Your Skincare Routine is Begging For)

In an age of hyper-formulated serums and 20-step skincare routines, it’s no surprise that beauty seekers are turning back to nature. But for those of us lucky enough to call the Hudson Valley home—or for weekend wanderers renting a cabin tucked away between apple orchards and forest trails—nature’s most powerful beauty remedies are often […]

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Sip Into Spring with the “Peach Please!” Mimosa – A Boozy Love Letter to the Hudson Valley

Some cocktails are made for sipping. Others are made for storytelling. This one? Well, honey, this one demands a dramatic entrance, a perfectly timed RuPaul’s Drag Race reveal, and maybe a slow-motion run through a field of wildflowers while Stevie Nicks twirls in the background. Sip Into Spring with the “Peach Please!” Mimosa – […]

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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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Cozy Mixology in the Hudson Valley: Maxwell Alexander’s Blood Orange Mulled Wine Recipe for Fireside Gatherings

Winter season is magical in the Hudson Valley. The air is cool, the foliage has faded into warm earth tones, and fire pits have officially replaced patio heaters as the season’s must-have accessory. While snow might still be waiting in the wings, there’s no shortage of ways to embrace the colder evenings with cozy […]

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Create a Backyard Oasis to Enjoy Hudson Valley Staycation This Spring

Create a Backyard Oasis to Enjoy Hudson Valley Staycation This Spring

The Hudson Valley region is comprised of some of the state’s most scenic counties. Views from backyards are stunning year-round. Instead of only enjoying the natural beauty from your windows, turn your backyard into a comfortable oasis. Spending more time outdoors helps soothes the soul.  Plant Native Species Native plants are sustainable, benefit the […]

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