A bus tour through The Catskill Mountains
The Catskill Mountains are located about 100 miles from New York City. There are six counties that surround the beautiful mountain range. This area offers a scenic, historical view of New York State.
In the 1950's and 60's, Catskill was a main tourist attraction for the wealthy. Luxury Hotels appealed to the celebrities, bring in wealth and fame. By the late 1970's the tourism had peaked and by the 90's, residents of Catskill had accepted the idea that the tourism was over. Some businesses remain closed still today, but slowly the Catskill region is seeing a rebirth. NY State Legislature has approved 5 casinos to open in the year 2007. Construction is starting and storefronts are starting to be renovated. Americans will soon have another wonderful place to vacation without leaving our country.
In the South Western region of the Catskills, Bald Eagle watching is a unique attraction that takes place. There are several locations that offer this event and volunteers are available for identifying the different types of Eagles. Camping, hiking, and enjoying the great outdoors are this areas main feature.
The South Eastern part of the Catskills offers a culture full of art and theatre. There are training workshops, retreats, and productions for the creative minded tourist. The North Western part of the Catskills region offers the best fly-fishing in the area. Guides will be on hand to instruct the inexperienced in everything from tying flies to fishing to different types of fish in the area.
In the North Eastern area of Catskill, camping, hiking, horseback riding and enjoying the great outdoors are the favorite attractions.
Catskill Mountains are a tourist attraction all year long. In the winter there are several mountains that offer skiing and sledding. In the summer it turns to hiking and boating. The fall brings out the many train rides that the area has to offer. Accommodations throughout the Catskills include beautiful resorts, bed and breakfasts, cabins, reasonably priced hotels, or camps sites to pitch a tent. There is something for everyone in the Catskills.
In the 1950's and 60's, Catskill was a main tourist attraction for the wealthy. Luxury Hotels appealed to the celebrities, bring in wealth and fame. By the late 1970's the tourism had peaked and by the 90's, residents of Catskill had accepted the idea that the tourism was over. Some businesses remain closed still today, but slowly the Catskill region is seeing a rebirth. NY State Legislature has approved 5 casinos to open in the year 2007. Construction is starting and storefronts are starting to be renovated. Americans will soon have another wonderful place to vacation without leaving our country.
In the South Western region of the Catskills, Bald Eagle watching is a unique attraction that takes place. There are several locations that offer this event and volunteers are available for identifying the different types of Eagles. Camping, hiking, and enjoying the great outdoors are this areas main feature.
The South Eastern part of the Catskills offers a culture full of art and theatre. There are training workshops, retreats, and productions for the creative minded tourist. The North Western part of the Catskills region offers the best fly-fishing in the area. Guides will be on hand to instruct the inexperienced in everything from tying flies to fishing to different types of fish in the area.
In the North Eastern area of Catskill, camping, hiking, horseback riding and enjoying the great outdoors are the favorite attractions.
Catskill Mountains are a tourist attraction all year long. In the winter there are several mountains that offer skiing and sledding. In the summer it turns to hiking and boating. The fall brings out the many train rides that the area has to offer. Accommodations throughout the Catskills include beautiful resorts, bed and breakfasts, cabins, reasonably priced hotels, or camps sites to pitch a tent. There is something for everyone in the Catskills.
