The Finger Lakes region of New York offers an ideal combination of museums, outdoor activities, and yummy local food, wine and beer. For a family that enjoys hitting a museum in the morning and hiking in the afternoon—with lunch at a microbrewery in between—it’s the perfect destination. We recommend a …

The Hotel: Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel Where: Watkins Glen, The Finger Lakes Region, NY The Harbor Hotel’s upscale comfort shouldn’t have taken us by surprise but it did. Watkins Glen, New York is known for two things: it’s great nearby hiking and NASCAR racing. Main street dining leans toward pizza …