The Insider Guide

From places to see and things to do, our blogs can assist you in planning your next getaway or help you learn more about the Lake George Area! Look to The Insider Guide for suggested itineraries, firsthand experiences, and much more! 

Solo Traveling to the Lake George Area

Chase your wanderlust. Experience a newfound sense of independence roaming the Adirondack Mountains, and explore the Lake George Area without any expectations. New opportunities are bound to open up when you vacation solo. Hesitant to make the journey on your own? Let us give you some solo traveling…

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Another Sweet Spring - Thurman Maple Days

Maple Syrup Season in the ‘Dacks The Adirondacks are dripping in a history of pure maple syrup and this amber-colored season draws Lake George visitors and locals alike to maple producers who proudly share their obsession. Tour the sugar bush where taps and metal buckets collect sap from trees…

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Festivals for Foodies - Spring

Attention Foodies: You need to add these festivals to your bucket list! The Lake George Area has an abundance of food festivals taking place throughout the year in which restaurants exhibit their variety of cuisines, while chefs show off their culinary talents and innovative recipes. Sample and shop…

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Festivals for Foodies - Winter

Attention Foodies: You need to add these festivals to your bucket list! The Lake George Area has an abundance of food festivals taking place throughout the year in which restaurants exhibit their variety of cuisines, while chefs show off their culinary talents and innovative recipes. Sample and shop…

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Lake George Area in the News

The Lake George Area – the Original Vacation – is well-renowned for its small-town charm and natural beauty. A bucket list destination, it delivers an authentic Adirondack experience on and around “The Queen of American Lakes”. The Lake George Area’s accolades include: Travel & Leisure’s “State…

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Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Roundup

If you’re staying in the Lake George Area and looking for a place to eat with options to fit your specific diet, here are some restaurants that offer a wide selection of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free dishes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, & dessert: Breakfast & Lunch Kelly’s Roots Cafe &…

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In the Lake George Area, We Brunch

Photosgraphs by Kacey O'Brien Gather your weekend brunch crew for a delicious mid-morning meal. Sip on mimosas while browsing the menus at these Lake George Area restaurants that offer brunch on a regular basis. Finally settle the debate – pancakes or waffles? *Menus and hours of operation are…

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What to Do When You're In Town for Winter Events

The Lake George Area is your hub for winter events. The 2025/2026 season brings with it all the family-friendly attractions and long-standing annual events you know and love. So, come play in the snow! Winter Events Winter Carnivals In its 64th year, the Lake George Winter Carnival is four weekends…

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Festivals for Foodies - Fall

Attention Foodies: You need to add these festivals to your bucket list! The Lake George Area has an abundance of food festivals taking place throughout the year in which restaurants exhibit their variety of cuisines, while chefs show off their culinary talents and innovative recipes. Sample and shop…

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