Catskill New York is one of the top spots for a weekend getaway. It is a place filled with exciting activities and wonderful attractions. New York City is known for its warm and sunny weather, and that accentuates the landscape and wildflowers of Catskill. The mountains are a sight to behold.

Come winter, Catskill is a nice place to go skiing. Their famous mountains for skiing are Belleayre, Hunter, and Windham. However, Catskill has a low turnout of visitors in spring, the time when it is somewhat miry.

Accommodation is not a problem here in Catskill. There are many lodgings around. The Woodstock Lodging is the place where writers, artists and musicians hang around. They hold gallery shows and live entertainment shows at night. There are many restaurants around offering Chinese, Indian, Mexican, and Italian cuisines. Woodstock Lodging is quite small and can offer only a limited number of rooms, so visitors are advised to book ahead of time.

There's also Kate's Lazy Meadow. Here, there are breathtaking mountain scenes. Peer into the beautiful Esopus Creek. Rooms have its own kitchen complete with facilities. Regular amenities include high speed internet access, cable TV, DVD player, and telephone with voice mail.

Twenty minutes away from Woodstock, you'll discover Emerson Place. It has spacious, well-chosen rooms overlooking the Esopus Creek. The luxury rooms are two storeys. There's a staircase made of the finest wood leading up to the loft. It has king-sized beds and huge tub.

Emerson Place looks very elegant and classy in its rustic designs. Most couples prefer to stay here although it is also ideal for families or groups. It is near the Marketplace, a building housing many first class shops.

The Emerson Place is also famous for its world's largest kaleidoscope. You can go inside after paying a certain fee. You will have to crane your neck to watch a film that imitates the movement of a kaleidoscope. Outside, there will be souvenir kaleidoscopes for sale.
Also worth trying is the River Run B&B in the Belleayre Region. As one enters the dining room, the floors made of the finest oaks will be very glaring. They give complimentary breakfast and refreshments. It has many room options to choose from, depending on your budget and the number of people in your group.
River Run has a very vast backyard you can explore. It gently leads to the Bushkill Stream. You can lounge in the porch to enjoy a quiet moment with yourself.

Outside, there are many restaurants, shopping malls and activity places. One can try skiing in their mountains during winter.

While in Catskill, one should not miss going to the Catskill Park. This place offers a very breathtaking view of the mountains. During your stay here, it will not be unusual to hear a coyote sounding off in a distance. Other animals also live on this park, like bobcats, minks, fishers and black bears. The state government permits hunting on in-season, but only on certain areas.

While in Catskill, also try to visit the Catskills Kitsch: Kutshers Country Club, Catskills Mountain Views: Scribner Hollow Lodge and Catskills Outdoors: Mohonk Mountain House.