The Finger Lakes region is known for vineyards, which is perhaps enough to recommend it. But there’s a lot more to it than winery tours. It’s named for its 11 long, skinny lakes, where you can kayak or paddleboard away from crowds. Or follow the Gorge Trail, which links 19 waterfalls in Watkins Glen State Park. And then there's the wine – which you can taste on a boat tour around Cayuga Lake. More than two dozen wineries are tucked around its shores.

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