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Today’s Destination is: Harriman, New York

Today’s Mistake- overweight luggage

Travel Advice:  Dubai is accessible

Today’s destination: Harriman, New York

 

https://www.visitthecatskills.com/

North of New York City is upstate and some of my best memories growing up were here.

If you saw the movie, Dirty Dancing, which took place at now-closed Grossinger’s in the Catskills Mountains. It’s a haven for people wanting to get away from New York City.

Nearby is Harriman State Park, where you can do some great sightseeing and hiking. It’s all part of a bigger mountain region in Upstate New York, including parts of the Appalachian Trail and the Catskills area.

Today’s Mistake- Overweight luggage

Flying with overweight luggage can get pricey. I arrived at the airport with luggage that was 5 pounds over the limit. I spent time re-arranging the items and moving some heavy items to my carry-on bag, putting on another layer of clothing, and then re-weighing the item. It took a few tries, but eventually, the luggage weight fit under the limit. I should have weighed the bag at home before getting to the airport and finding this out. Don’t be like me. Weigh your bag first. 

Today’s Travel Advice-Dubai is accessible, even if it’s a far trip.

 


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