Summer is officially over and a chill is creeping into the air. This week we show you what's on our radar for fall.
A great fall road trip? Greenport, NY. On the North Fork of Long Island, just across from the Connecticut Sound and minutes away from Shelter Island and Sag Harbor, Greenport is ground zero for North Fork Wine Country and as charming as the overhyped Hamptons at a fraction of the cost.
Sleep at the Greenporter, a mid-century modern getaway designed by an I.M. Pei associate with a spa, wine bar, bistro, and minimalist rooms with blond wood floors and white-and-white platform beds.
When you're not wine tasting, shopping along Main Street or eating at some of the quaint cafes on Front Street, horseback ride at Hidden Lake Farm Riding School (48 North Road, +631.765.9896).
Rent a bike from Dan at Dan's Bike Rental (+212.380.1119) and meander through the vineyards of the North Fork or take a ferry to Shelter Island and cycle the winding roads.
Check out the East End Seaport Museum & Marine Foundation, a great way to learn about Greenport's maritime history! (Open daily except Tuesday, 11am-5pm).
Or take a vineyard tour with Vintage Tours. Better yet, bask in the luxury of your very own vineyard and create a signature label wine specifically to your exact taste. This Area Valet experience allows you to play winemaker for a day at luscious Raphael Wineries.
