NYC Spring Getaways, Vacations & Daytrips Near New York City

Spring has sprung in New York City, and a New Yorker’s thoughts naturally turn towards day trips out of the city and weekend getaways away from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan and the five boroughs. Flee New York can recommend some excellent resources for planning Spring escapes – whether it’s a daytrip or an extended Spring vacation.

Screen shot 2012-03-24 at 5.42.11 PMSpring has descended on New York City, and a New Yorker’s thoughts naturally turn towards day trips out of the city and weekend getaways away from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan and the five boroughs.  Flee New York can recommend some excellent resources for planning Spring escapes – whether it’s a daytrip or an extended Spring vacation.

A drive out to Long Island can yield great, pre-Memorial Day hotel rates, while a trip to Atlantic City offers special pricing as well.  It’s also a good time to explore upstate NY – with prime hiking season in effect in the Catskills and Adirondacks.

A good place to start your Spring getaway research is the official New York State tourism board.  They have a ton of hotel and lodging specials and side trip suggestions to destinations all around NY State. [Official NY Tourism Board]

The New York Daily News has a rundown of solid Spring destinations. [NYDN Travel]

The New York Times travel section has good suggestions and resources as well — especially on the day trip front. [NYT Travel]