Snow season is well underway in the Catskills in January. Conveniently located about three hours from New York City and four hours from Boston, the Catskills offer small towns, history, restaurants, and a variety of places to stay, from rustic, romantic cabins to luxurious resorts. Want to leave the driving to someone else? You can take a train or bus from Manhattan and enjoy the scenery along the way. In the Sullivan Catskills (the southern part of the range), visitors can cruise the Craft Beverage Trail for breweries, distilleries, cideries, and fun places to stop for a meal. For those that would prefer a glass of vino, you can visit wineries in the Catskills, too.

Where to Stay: The Henson, Scribner’s Catskill Lodge, and 18-room boutique Hotel Lilien are minutes from Hunter Mountain, a popular ski area.