City Weekends: Greatest Escapes and Weekend Getaways In and Around New York City [Paperback]

Alison Lowenstein (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 24, 2009

Horseback riding. Kayaking. Drive-in movies. Not the activities that first come to mind when you think of getaways in the New York City area. But each can be done only a short distance from the Big Apple—or in some cases, inside the city itself! City Weekends features itineraries for over 100 getaways in and outside of New York City for residents and visitors alike, including off-beat adventures, romantic outings, relaxing respites, and fresh scenery. The first section features weekends within the five boroughs; the second covers New Jersey, Connecticut, Long Island, and other parts of New York state. Both describe excursions of all types—cultural activities, relaxing retreats, outdoor escapes, festivals, fairs, and markets, and trips to do with kids. Side trips that stretch each weekend into a multiday trip are given, as are options for abbreviated daytrips. Hotels and inns, places to shop and dine, and transportation tips are included.

Editorial Reviews

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"Organized by theme, this handy guide will allow you to travel the world without leaving the city." ~GO Magazine

"It’s a Baedeker for all that we should, but don’t, know about our city. It’s not your Statue of Liberty tourist stuff, but rather the offbeat and unusual adventures that are offered." ~Quest Magazine

About the Author

Alison Lowenstein is the author of City Baby Brooklyn. She is also a contributor to Time Out Kids, and her work has appeared in Parenting and Babble among other publications.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Universe (March 24, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789318571
• ISBN-13: 978-0789318572
• Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.6 x 8.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #515,170 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Alison Lowenstein is the author of City Baby Brooklyn: The Ultimate Guide for Parents from Pregnancy through Preschool and City Weekends: The Greatest Escapes and Weekend Getaways in and Around NYC. She has written for The New York Daily News, Newsday, Time Out New York Kids, New York Family Magazine, Babble.com, among many other publications and websites. She lives in Brooklyn with her husband and their two school-aged children.

Customer Reviews

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Only NYC Getaway Book You'll Need, June 1, 2009

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G_Wen "Gwen Lariat" (New York, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: City Weekends: Greatest Escapes and Weekend Getaways In and Around New York City (Paperback)

I've been searching a long time for a book like this and have already used it as inspiration for three weekend getaways. As far as I'm concerned, I can now seriously ditch my other NY guidebooks. This is the only one I need. The author's depth of research is impressive, and the book is jam-packed with helpful info on fun and sometimes off-the-beaten-path activities. Who knew you could go fly fishing so close to home? More importantly, the itineraries are budget-friendly, whether you're looking for something romantic, kid-oriented, or simply a peaceful weekend away to recharge your batteries.

4.0 out of 5 stars Friend purchase, December 30, 2010

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Sarri Lawerence "adventurer" (New York, NY) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: City Weekends: Greatest Escapes and Weekend Getaways In and Around New York City (Paperback)

I bought this book for a friend and she loves it. If you're looking for weekend escapes and getaways I think this book is a good starting point.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, July 28, 2009

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This review is from: City Weekends: Greatest Escapes and Weekend Getaways In and Around New York City (Paperback)

The book gave me lots of ideas for excursions to take with our kids or a get-a-way for just my husband and me. It's a great guide whether you live in NYC or are visiting. I'm looking forward to taking some weekend getaways!