Does anyone in New York State even bother with Valentine’s Day when it receives so much love daily? If we say, “I Heart…”, you’ll say “New York”. With 11 distinct regions filled with natural wonders, historic sites, culinary gems, and more, it’s easy to see why love here is infectious. Viva Holidays are sharing the love with their latest New York State packages.
In partnership with I LOVE NY, Visit The USA, and Air New Zealand, the savvy crew at Viva Holidays are sharing the love with three fabulous New York State packages.
Whether your clients want to explore the Big Apple for the first time or are ready to return and discover more, these packages make life easy.
Fall in love with New York State
The word ‘attraction’ has never been more perfectly applied than across New York State. Attraction is a fundamental part of any love journey, and New York has attractions in abound!
You know that honeymoon period of love? Where you just want it to be the two of you? New Yorkers have been like that for centuries, keeping their statewide vacays on the downlow.
Well, no more! It’s time for Australians to uncover what New Yorkers did their best to hide. Including popular year-round hotspots like the Catskills, the Hamptons, Lake George, the Finger Lakes, and more.
New York State’s ‘attract’ions include:
- Natural wonders: It’s not only Niagara Falls that wows; across the state, there are hundreds of kilometres of pristine hiking trails and waterways.
- Outdoor activities: Across the Adirondacks, Catskills, and beyond, your clients can hike, white-water raft, kayak, surf, fish, ski, snowmobile, hot air balloon ride, and soar across the state on scenic flights!
- Culinary attractions: Did you know New York State is home to the Culinary Institute of America? There’s also pizza by the slice, farm-to-table goodness, and world-class gourmet fusion feasts awaiting.
- Wineries & breweries: New York State is the USA’s third-largest wine producing state. With 40 food and beverage trails, there’s something to suit every palate.
- History: The region’s museums and galleries wow. Like Dia Beacon Art Museum, the National Baseball Hall of Fame, and Woodstock Museum.
- Arts & culture: There’s world-famous Broadway, plus treasures like Niagara’s Shea’s Performing Arts Center and the distinct Chautauqua Institution.
- Small town charms: Only 30 minutes from NYC feels like another world, thanks to the charming villages, expansive farmland, and country roads.
- Effortless travel: More than 20 scenic byways – from shorelines to mountain tops – make self-drive adventures a breeze. There are also 10+ upstate airports and Amtrak rail journeys to whisk travellers across the state.
Love every season
New York State is different in every season; it’s why people can return often, seeking new ways to fall in love.
- In summer, Long Island’s sandy beaches and Hampton’s vacay vibes leave visitors without a care in the world.
- New York’s fall foliage is next-level, with ‘leaf-peeping season’ worthy of the flight from Australia.
- In winter, ski and snowboarders’ hearts soar with over 50 ski resorts, including Lake Placid, home to two winter Olympics.
- Spring brings joy as the state’s unique flora and fauna return to life after winter hibernation.
Hudson Valley Journey
For six days, your clients can feel the heartbeat of New York City, staying at the Hilton New York Midtown near iconic sights like Central Park and the Rockefeller Center.
Next, a 2-hour rail journey^ to stunning Hudson Valley allows exploration of the region’s historic attractions, magnificent scenery, and culinary treasures.
The Hudson Valley Journey includes:
- 3 nights at the 4-start New York Hilton Midtown (resort fee included)
- 3 nights at the 4-star Wick in Hudson, a Tribute Portfolio~
- Go City New York Explorer Pass with 3 attractions of choice
- 2-hour The New York Sandwich Tour with generous tastings
- From $2,399* per person twin share
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Long Islands’ famous Hamptons & beyond
A week to live like a true New Yorker? Sign us up! From The Great Gatsby to Gossip Girl, Long Island is famous for its pretty coastline and proximity to New York City (it’s a short train ride).
This 7-day package offers the balance of the Big Apple’s pace and Long Island’s relaxing atmosphere. The package includes:
- 3 nights at the 3-star Hyatt House New York
- 3 nights at the 3-star Hyatt Regency Long Island~
- From $1,865* per person twin share
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New York State self-drive
Your clients will love exploring New York State on this self-drive adventure. From the beauty of Niagara Falls to the enthralling history and culture of Hudson Valley, and Central New York with all its iconic attractions, this 10-day adventure is a heart-stopper.
Highlights include Niagara Falls, Franklin D Roosevelt’s home, premium shopping at Destiny USA, and the chance to sample the region’s tasty local dishes. From Hudson River Valley’s farmer’s market fare to award-winning wines, and Buffalo’s craft breweries and distilleries.
- 3 nights at the 3-tar Hampton Inn Fishkill in Hudson Valley (or similar)
- 3 nights at the 3-star Best Western Downtown Syracuse (or similar)
- 3 nights at the 3-star Wyndham Garden Downtown, Buffalo (or similar)
- App access with digital docs, maps, and itinerary suggestions
- 10 days Alamo car hire in a Nissan Versa (or similar)+
- From $3,445* per person twin share
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Take off with lovely Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand make visiting the Big Apple easy, flying three times per week from Australia via Auckland to JFK.
What better way to start a love journey than with the warm-hearted folk at Air New Zealand? Book Air New Zealand airfares through Air Tickets or Express Tickets.
Discover more
For more inspo and New York State packages, head to Viva Holidays’ It’s Easy to Love New York campaign.
To book these exclusive packages, head to Mango, Viva Holidays’ online agent reservation system.
To access marketing assets and support, visit Viva Holidays’ dedicated agent platform.
This article is brought to you by I LOVE NY, Visit The USA, Viva Holidays, and Air New Zealand.
