Long Island

Whether you're looking for a place to escape to for business, pleasure or both, Long Island can surely satisfy your getaway hunger. It's a beach community that's only minutes away from Manhattan. It's got a suburban small-town feel, but still offers the unique amenities of big-city living. It screams out heyday memories of yesteryear with its Gold Coast mansions (many of which are still standing today), built during America's infamous Industrial Age and economic boom. Yet, it's the place to go for anyone looking to receive the latest fashions or newest spa treatments.

Long Island has something for everyone, both young and old. Just take your pick from all of the activities Long Island has to offer… With everything from museums, historical sites and lighthouses, to sophisticated malls, designer outlets (including the largest outlet center in the country!) and quaint downtown shopping villages, to wineries and farm stands, to family fun parks, aquariums and zoos, there's more than enough to do or see on Long Island!

If golf's your thing - then Long Island should definitely be on your bucket list! Whether you are an avid golfer or just a beginner, Long Island golf courses offer some of the most challenging and beautiful courses in the country.

Want to get in touch with nature? You don't need to travel far in order to be able to jog along the beach, fish off a local pier, hike through the forests, or simply take in the daunting view of the crashing Long Island Sound. Long Island's "natural wonders" are just waiting to be explored.

And your bountiful Long Island visit doesn't have to end at bedtime. Long Island is proud to be home to a wide variety of overnight accommodations, whether it's at a quiet bed and breakfast in Long Island's wine country, a posh five star hotel in the Hamptons, or a budget motel by the train heading to New York City.

So, plan your visit to the beautiful Long Island today, and use our easy guide to help you find the best place to stay based on your preferences. You are just clicks away from planning the perfect Long Island getaway.