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Join Best of Times Travel as we head to the Finger Lakes Region of NY and stay at Turning Stone Resort & Casino!

Trip Type:

Overnight

Trip Name:

New York Finger Lakes and Wine Country with Turning Stone Resort and Casino

Trip Date:

May 29th – May 31st, 2024

Location:

Finger Lakes Region of New York

Pricing:

Starting at $749pp Double Occupancy for Standard Hotel Rooms at the Casino. Upgrade Option to The Tower Rooms at the casino available. Pricing is From Most Boston/Worcester Metro Locations.

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Make the Finger Lakes region of New York State your next getaway destination, and you won’t be disappointed. From the pristine lakes, tasty vineyards, magnificent parks, charming villages, one-of-a-kind museums, and unique shopping, the Finger Lakes has something for everyone to enjoy. New York’s Finger Lakes covers 9,000 square miles from the southern shore of Lake Ontario to the Pennsylvania border and encompasses 11 parallel lakes spanning the center of New York State like a giant handprint. Join us on this one of a kind tour.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
Turning Stone Resort and Casino –Choose your accommodations of either the traditional “Hotel” rooms or upgrade to the luxurious “Tower” rooms at Turning Stone Resort, the tallest building between Albany and Syracuse. This 19-story magnificent tower features spacious guest rooms, and breathtaking panoramic views of the countryside. Spend time enjoying the amenities of the property such as the pool, spa, golf course, or of course the gaming floor. Turning Stone Resort is one of the Northeast’s premier gaming facilities, offering … more than 120,000 square feet of gaming space; 2,439 cashless multi-game machines; 87 tables for games; 32 table state-of-the-art poker room; The Oneida Indian High-Stakes Bingo Hall – ranked as one of the top ten in the United States. Big winnings are in your future at this casino!

Erie Canal Museum –The Erie Canal Museum located in Downtown Syracuse, NY, is dedicated showcasing the 1850 National Register Weighlock Building, the last remaining structure of its kind, and to telling the incredible adventure story of the Erie Canal. Come aboard a full size replica canal boat. Explore life in a canal town. Experience a part of history that played an imperative role in the growth and development of the United States. The Erie Canal Museum is a must-see for adults of all ages!

Rose Hill Mansion – Experience a taste of 19th-century life when you visit Rose Hill Mansion in the beautiful Finger Lakes. Built in 1839, the Greek Revival house was the center of a busy and productive farm. The tour focuses on the Swan family, who lived in the house from 1850-1890. Through letters, photographs, and diaries, explore the family’s joys and sorrows and their interactions with neighbors and the many workers required to keep the large house and farm in working order. Discover how Robert Swan, a New York City transplant, used scientific innovations like drain tile to make his farm more productive and profitable. See twenty rooms restored and furnished in the Empire style, popular from the 1820s to 1850s. Enjoy the magnificent view of Seneca Lake from the front porch and the vista of nearby farmlands.

Ventosa Vineyards – Enjoy a tour and tasting at Ventosa Vineyards is known for producing quality dry red wines such as award-winning Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and the popular Italian varietal Sangiovese. Ventosa is also one of the few New York State wineries that grow and produce Tocai Friulano, a white Italian varietal.

Secretary of State William Seward’s Home – William Henry Seward was one of the foremost politicians of nineteenth century America. Seward was a New York State Senator, Governor of New York, a United States Senator, and served as Secretary of State in the Lincoln and Johnson administrations. The elegant interior has been restored to its original beauty and features an unmatched collection of political and travel souvenirs, decorative arts and photographs that spans William Seward’s nearly forty-year political career.

Skaneateles NY Dinner Cruise – A clear blue lake alongside a vibrant downtown filled with unique shops and restaurants combine for a one-of-a-kind, relaxing experience. As a favorite spot for many celebrities and dignitaries such as the Clinton’s, you never know who you might run into. Enjoy a fabulous dinner cruise out on the lake!

Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion – One of the most treasured landmarks of the region, Sonnenberg Gardens, greets 35,000 visitors annually, from all over the globe, to enjoy the relaxing nature and beauty of its gardens and to learn about the history of this unique place and its original owners, Frederick and Mary Clark Thompson. A gift to the community from Frederick Ferris and Mary Clark Thompson, a prominent couple of the Gilded Age, created Sonnenberg as their Victorian summer home. It’s an experience you won’t soon forget!

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Activities

Price Includes:

• Roundtrip Deluxe Motor Coach Transportation From Designated Pick-Up Locations
• 2 Nights Lodging at Turning Stone Resort and Casino
• Most Meals (Breakfasts and Dinners)
• Admission to All Touring Sights
• Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting
• Evening Dinner on Skaneateles Lake
• Best of Times Travel Tour Director Throughout Your Trip
• Gratuity for Best of Times Travel Tour Director
-Not Included: Motor Coach Driver Gratuity.

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