Warm Holiday Memories on Cold Winter Days

In today’s fast and furious holiday rush, it’s all too easy to lose sight of the spirit of the season.  Family and tradition can be drowned out by the constant cacophony of gaudy advertisements screaming for a share of your holiday shopping budget. 

Don’t let your holidays be hijacked!  Give your family the gift of a treasured holiday memory this season with a trip upstate to cut your very own Christmas tree at one of our quaint Hudson Valley Christmas tree farms!

Step away from the crowds this year and step into a winter wonderland.  Harvesting your own natural Christmas tree hearkens back to a simpler age, and it can be a wonderful holiday experience your whole family will enjoy. 

Nearby Bells Christmas Tree Farm offers visitors the opportunity to select the perfect tree from more than 10 exciting varieties of every shape and size.  Armed with a saw and a sled, you’ll stroll through acres of scenic farmland while enjoying real “quality time” with your loved ones. 

Bells specializes in making warm memories on cold days, and they offer a number of holiday activities and treats along the way.  Be sure to enjoy some hot chocolate and apple cider while warming up in the rustic country gift-shop!  Featuring local honey, maple syrup and unique handmade gifts, you’ll find something for everyone on your list while helping to support New York agriculture.

Once you've found the perfect Christmas tree, the cutting process is fun and easy.  Simply saw parallel to the ground, and then load the tree onto the sled!  You don't have to worry about environmental impact: just like fruits and vegetables, these trees are a managed crop and each year hundreds of new trees are planted to replace the harvest.

There’s really something special about cutting your very own Christmas tree, and your family will cherish the memory of your day at the farm.  This is how holiday traditions begin- by stepping away from the crowd, and spending time with one another.

Just 90 miles over the river and through the woods from NYC, Bells Christmas Tree Farm is just minutes from the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa.  With clean and comfortable accommodations starting as low as $89 a night, you’ll feel a world away without breaking the bank.  Just call or click today, and we’ll help you make the most of your stay!

Hudson Valley Memorial Day Getaway Special

In honor of our brave Service Men and Women and the sacrifices they've made, the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa is offering special discounted rates this Memorial Day Weekend- an unbeatable rate to get away to the beautiful Hudson Valley Resort & Spa!

Nestled in the heart of the Shawangunk Mountains, the Resort is ideally situated for exploring the many important Hudson Valley historical sites which pay tribute to our Troops, and the leaders who inspired them.

The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor, West Point, Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site, the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library & Museum, and many more attractions are all within easy driving distance.

What better way to enjoy this Memorial Day Weekend?

Stay in Style and SAVE this memorial day!  The luxuriously appointed lobby and common areas at the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa hearken back to a grander age: rich carpeting, Crystal Chandeliers, and graceful works of art will enhance your stay.

Of course, the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa features a perfectly manicured par 71 championship golf course surrounded by beautiful Catskill Mountain views, a full-service European Health Spa with glass enclosed Fitness Center, tennis and basketball courts, an arcade center,  indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and much more!

For more information, or to reserve your room, call 845-626-8888 or email info@hudsonvalleyresort.com.


Be sure to mention this Memorial Day Manager's Special to receive your discounted room rate!

Offers like this don’t come along often, so call now!  Availability is limited, and for this great unbeatable rate this opportunity won’t last long!

*Based on availability.  Rates are for a standard room, per night, subject to taxes and resort fees.  This special rate does not apply to pre-existing reservations, and does not include meals.  Offer valid May 25th through May 28th 2012.

A Springtime Wedding in the Hudson Valley? What could be more perfect!

Let this be our destiny . . .

to love, to live,

to begin each new day together,

to share our lives forever.

What could be more perfect than a springtime wedding in the Hudson Valley?

Whether you prefer an intimate outdoor ceremony, or an elegant Ballroom reception, the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa is the natural choice for your special day.

No where else will you find the perfect balance of charm and comfort; an enchanting escape nestled among the beautiful Shawangunk Mountains, Hudson Valley Resort & Spa will impress even the most discerning guest.

The ultimate in elegance, the Grand Ballroom at the Hudson Valley Resort and Spa hearkens back to a grander age.  Toast to your union beneath magnificent crystal chandeliers while our gracious and attentive staff cater to your every need.

Framed by stunning Catskill views, our courtyard Gazebo is picture perfect. Nearly as breathtaking is the Garden Terrace, a luxurious tent designed to add that special something to your once-in-a-lifetime event.

Of course, friends and family are invited to stay the weekend in this luxurious Catskill resort and relax in modern, comfortable rooms or suites enhanced with marble bathrooms and majestic mountain views.

Opportunities for recreation and relaxation abound, including golf on our 18-hole championship golf course, a full service European Health Spa, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis and basketball courts, game room, and year-round miniature golf.

Unparallelled service, an excellent reputation for absolute attention to detail and breathtaking scenery.  Indoors or out, we can make your Hudson Valley wedding  an affair to remember.  

Want learn more about Weddings at the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa?  Give us a call at 845-626-8888 and our professional wedding coordinator will be happy to help plan your perfect day! 

Polka Party! Musik-Fest Weekend with Adam Barthalt

That’s right, polka people, it’s time to polka party! We’re thrilled to announce that International Polka Hall of Fame Inductee Adam Barthalt will be appearing at  the International Musik-Fest Weekend right here at the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa!

Awarded high honors from the Austrian National tourist association and the Government of Slovenia for his immense contribution to cultural heritage, Adam has been bringing happiness to the hearts of Polka Lovers everywhere for more than 30 years!

This three day event promises to be a non-stop polka party, with some of the best polka musicians you’ll ever see!

Featured performers will include Jerry Intihar, Frank Moravick, Linda Hocevar, Bud Gramer, Fritz Scherz, and Lifetime Polka Music Award winner, Walter Groller!  What a lineup!

In addition to your room in this beautiful Catskill resort, guests who register for this weekend event package will be received by a two hour welcome party, enjoy six mouth-watering meals, a cocktail party, a pizza party and a Viennese hour, attend a polka mass, and then say farewell with a Bloody Mary and Screwdriver party!

And of course, there’s a European Health Spa, Fitness Gym, and a beautiful championship golf-course also available on site.  So polish up those dancing shoes and get ready to polka party!  Follow this link for more information!

Springtime in the Hudson Valley

"Behold, my friends, the spring is come; the earth has gladly received the embraces of the sun, and we shall soon see the result of their love!"

-Sitting Bull

The robins are busy building their nests and the tulips have pushed their way through the warming soil, blooming in defiance of winter’s chill.  

Everywhere delicate apple blossoms sweetly scent the brisk morning air.  

Bubbling brooks merrily meander through the ancient Catskill hemlock groves; secret, unseen and unspoiled by the multitudes of men.

Adorned with magnificent pink and white garlands of flowering mountain laurel, the quiet, shady trails of the fabled Shawangunks await, while jeweled hummingbirds flit about sipping sweet nectar like gentle fairies guarding their hallowed glades.

Quote the bard, "proud pied April, dressed in all his trim, Hath put a spirit of youth in every thing."

Planning a Springtime wedding? The Hudson Valley is the perfect place for your special day!

Come and relax your winter worries away in our full-service spa, or take in a round of golf on our 18 hole championship golf course.  Hudson Valley Resort and Spa has something for everyone.

Offering the ideal location for exploring the natural beauty of the Catskill and Shawangunk Mountains, The Hudson Valley Resort and Spa is the perfect springtime getaway. 

What do you love most about springtime in the Hudson Valley?
Comment below!

Famous 50's Hot Rod Weekend at Hudson Valley Resort

Polish the chrome and rev up those engines, folks- the Famous 50’s special Hot Rod weekend is rolling into town!  This Catskill resort is ready to rumble!

Celebrating 20 years of awesome auto shows, Famous 50’s Northeast Nationals 2012 will feature the hottest street rods, custom cars, muscle cars & trucks, custom vans, classic cars and rat rods all made before 1985.  Don’t miss out!

If you like custom and classic cars, you’ll love the Famous 50’s Northeast Nationals!  Trophies will be awarded for best flames, biggest motor, best custom, and more! 

DO NOT MISS the top flame throwers in the country, FLAMES “R” US, blasting 2,500 degree flames up to 100 feet!  Get to the Hudson Valley Resort this father’s day weekend and be blown away by the Famous 50’s Northeast Nationals!

Dance the night away to the rocking sounds of the 50’s and 60’s with live performances by The GTO’s, The Shallows, RB Express, Desire, The Soulville Social Club, The Roller Cats, and more! 

What better way to celebrate Father’s day weekend?  It’s non-stop muscle car mayhem at the HudsonValley Resort!  Reserve your room early for this special event, and grab yourself a sweet discount!

Click here to learn more about the Famous 50's Hot Rod Weekend!

Have great memories or photos to share from previous years?  Comment below!