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"One of the major advantages of living in the Buffalo area is the many wonderful places to visit and things to do as a family within only a few hours drive. Last fall, WNY Family was invited to take part in an “Empire State Road Trip,” which took us to three awesome destinations — Chautauqua Lake, Watkins Glen, and the Thousand Islands." - Empire State Road Trip, WNY Family Magazine
"From the Finger Lakes to the Poconos to Niagara Falls, New York offers a host of outdoor activities, and nowhere has more to offer than the Chautauqua area." - Three Outdoor Destinations for the Entire Family, Spypoint
"Located in the largest grape-growing region east of the Rockies, the 50 miles between Silver Creek, New York, and Harborcreek, Pennsylvania, is home to more than 14,000 acres of vineyards and 23 wineries, and it's [ Lake Erie Wine Country] quickly becoming one of the fastest-growing wine destinations in the U.S." - The Best Foodie Destinations of 2020, TripSavvy
"Nestled an hour south of Buffalo close to Lake Erie, Lily Dale Assembly bills itself as the World’s Largest Center for the Science, Philosophy, and Religion of Spiritualism. The assembly brings in 20,000 to 30,000 guests during its busy season and has no shortage of opportunities for those who venture beyond its gates. There are free events daily, including frequent talks. There’s also the fairy trail, where people leave mementos to loved ones who have passed, and a pet cemetery that dates back decades." - Spiritual Values, (585) Magazine
"...11 ideas for easy day trips outside of Erie County sure to entertain and exhaust your kids, all within a two-hour drive [of Erie, PA]." Featuring Doors Open Jamestown 2020, the National Comedy Center, and Peek'n Peak Resort - 11 Easy Day Trips From Erie Your Kids will Love, Macaroni Kid Erie
"For a Luxury Stay:...But Peek’n Peak is more than a ski destination, it is a resort and spa! It has a beautiful indoor/outdoor pool complex with hot tubs great for soaking sore muscles. Take your relaxation even deeper at the spa with massage therapy, body treatments, facials, and more. Plus, thanks to the lake effect of Lake Erie, the area tends to get a lot of snowfall each winter." - New York's Top Ski Destinations for Every Type of Traveler, I Love New York
"Whether it's the physical comedy of The Three Stooges, the sharp wit of Dorothy Parker, the graceful humor of Ellen DeGeneres or the raciness of Carlin, one thing's for sure — like the best of comedians, this is one museum [National Comedy Center] that will leave you laughing." - Heading to Western New York over the holidays? There are three new museums for you to try, Anne Bokma for The Hamilton Spectator
"The kids loved exploring around the hotel property, walking along the water, playing mini-golf, sitting by the fire and getting all their energy out on the playground at the park across the street. I’m sure in the summer, they would have enjoyed swimming in their outdoor pool, however, the indoor pool and hot tub were perfect for an evening swim." - Our Family Getaway to the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, SARAHCTRAVELS
"Located in the largest grape-growing region east of the Rockies, the 50 miles between Silver Creek, New York, and Harborcreek, Pennsylvania, is home to more than 14,000 acres of vineyards and 23 wineries, and it's [ Lake Erie Wine Country] quickly becoming one of the fastest-growing wine destinations in the U.S." - The Best Foodie Destinations of 2020, TripSavvy
"Educational travel is hardly a new concept. Since 1874, lifelong learners have flocked to the Chautauqua Institution to attend lectures, listen to concerts, and take summer classes. For nine weeks, the institute’s calendar is chock full of offerings that include ceramics, Photoshop, bridge for absolute beginners, glass fusing, ukulele, gentle yoga, and a class entitled, Uncommon Communities from Multicellularity to Multiculturalism (hmmm, I’m intrigued)." - Maximize Your Brain Power with Educational Travel, Forever Young WNY
"...Chautauqua Institution was founded in 1874 as a retreat from “everyday life” for Methodist Sunday School teachers. Since then, this 9-week-long summer learning/recreational village has grown into a multi-faith lakefront resort, with fine and performing arts, classical and rock concerts, lectures by stellar politicians, scientists, academics, religious figures, and visionaries, movies, golf (two 18-hole courses), sailing, tennis, fitness centers, two beaches, and so much more." - Chautauqua Institution, Chautauqua NY: Feed Your Head, Getaway Mavens
"For a Luxury Stay:...But Peek’n Peak is more than a ski destination, it is a resort and spa! It has a beautiful indoor/outdoor pool complex with hot tubs great for soaking sore muscles. Take your relaxation even deeper at the spa with massage therapy, body treatments, facials, and more. Plus, thanks to the lake effect of Lake Erie, the area tends to get a lot of snowfall each winter." - New York's Top Ski Destinations for Every Type of Traveler, I Love New York
"Panama Rocks was established as a privately operated park in 1885, the same year as Niagara Falls State Park. The rock formations themselves date back about 400 to 350 million years ago (Ma), during the Devonian period." - Panama Rocks Scenic Park, Day Trips Around Rochester, NY
"The kids loved exploring around the hotel property, walking along the water, playing mini-golf, sitting by the fire and getting all their energy out on the playground at the park across the street. I’m sure in the summer, they would have enjoyed swimming in their outdoor pool, however, the indoor pool and hot tub were perfect for an evening swim." - Our Family Getaway to the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, SARAHCTRAVELS
"The slogan of 21 Brix Winery is 'Life (and wine) is sweeter shared,' and the Portland, New York, winery (noticeable from the street with the big pink elephant at the driveway) encourages people not just to buy their wine, but have experiences at the facility." - Best Picnic: 21 Brix Winery, Lake Erie Living Magazine
"Educational travel is hardly a new concept. Since 1874, lifelong learners have flocked to the Chautauqua Institution to attend lectures, listen to concerts, and take summer classes. For nine weeks, the institute’s calendar is chock full of offerings that include ceramics, Photoshop, bridge for absolute beginners, glass fusing, ukulele, gentle yoga, and a class entitled, Uncommon Communities from Multicellularity to Multiculturalism (hmmm, I’m intrigued)." - Maximize Your Brain Power with Educational Travel, Forever Young WNY
"Chautauqua Lake offers year-round nourishment for the mind, body, and soul, even beyond the gates of the Chautauqua Institution. Along its 41 miles of shoreline, you’ll find small villages, each with its own distinctive charm. Listen to moving music in Mayville, fill your belly in Bemus Point, laugh in Jamestown or head south to Celoron, where a new destination hotel is making waves." - Best of Lake Erie: Featuring Chautauqua Lake, Lake Erie Living Magazine
"...Chautauqua Institution was founded in 1874 as a retreat from “everyday life” for Methodist Sunday School teachers. Since then, this 9-week-long summer learning/recreational village has grown into a multi-faith lakefront resort, with fine and performing arts, classical and rock concerts, lectures by stellar politicians, scientists, academics, religious figures, and visionaries, movies, golf (two 18-hole courses), sailing, tennis, fitness centers, two beaches, and so much more." - Chautauqua Institution, Chautauqua NY: Feed Your Head, Getaway Mavens
"Jamestown, an upstate town about an hour and a half southwest of Buffalo, near Lake Erie, is known for its beautiful lakes, its too-good-to-be-true low home prices—and its comedy." - Top 10 Affordable Lake Towns 2019: Splashy Waterfront Retreats for Cheap, Realtor.com
"Panama Rocks was established as a privately operated park in 1885, the same year as Niagara Falls State Park. The rock formations themselves date back about 400 to 350 million years ago (Ma), during the Devonian period." - Panama Rocks Scenic Park, Day Trips Around Rochester, NY
"The Lake Erie shoreline is one of the most beautiful areas of New York and one of the most scenic and historic spots here is Barcelona Lighthouse in Chautauqua County." - Touring Barcelona Lighthouse on the New York Shores of Lake Erie, Uncovering New York
"The slogan of 21 Brix Winery is 'Life (and wine) is sweeter shared,' and the Portland, New York, winery (noticeable from the street with the big pink elephant at the driveway) encourages people not just to buy their wine, but have experiences at the facility." - Best Picnic: 21 Brix Winery, Lake Erie Living Magazine
"Interactive museums and galleries, food and drink tours, artistic retreats, hiking trails, or remarkable architecture—it’s easy to find something that piques your interest. All you need to do is get in a car and pick a direction." - 14 Off-The-Beaten-Path Stops on an Upstate New York Road Trip, Fodor's Travel
"Chautauqua Lake offers year-round nourishment for the mind, body, and soul, even beyond the gates of the Chautauqua Institution. Along its 41 miles of shoreline, you’ll find small villages, each with its own distinctive charm. Listen to moving music in Mayville, fill your belly in Bemus Point, laugh in Jamestown or head south to Celoron, where a new destination hotel is making waves." - Best of Lake Erie: Featuring Chautauqua Lake, Lake Erie Living Magazine
"These are the best towns to live out the summertime dream by the lake. But when your skin becomes raisin-wrinkled and you’re tired of splashing, they’ve also got you covered with plenty of non-watery things to see and do. And we’re not talking go-karts and mini-golf." - Best Lake Towns in America, Fodor's Travel
"Jamestown, an upstate town about an hour and a half southwest of Buffalo, near Lake Erie, is known for its beautiful lakes, its too-good-to-be-true low home prices—and its comedy." - Top 10 Affordable Lake Towns 2019: Splashy Waterfront Retreats for Cheap, Realtor.com
"For more than 140 years, people have headed to western New York to enjoy the splendor and beauty found in Chautauqua. Blessed with five lakes, Chautauqua’s unique geography has resulted in a proliferation of vineyards and year-round recreation." - One-Tank Trip: Chautauqua, About Stark County (Ohio)
"The Lake Erie shoreline is one of the most beautiful areas of New York and one of the most scenic and historic spots here is Barcelona Lighthouse in Chautauqua County." - Touring Barcelona Lighthouse on the New York Shores of Lake Erie, Uncovering New York
"Tucked in among the region's shale escarpment are three harbors home to three distinct communities: Westfield, Dunkirk, and Sunset Bay. Travel by boat or by land to discover an abundance of things to do, places to eat, and experiences to be had in the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Region." - Vineyards, Beaches, and World Class Fishing: Three Distinct Lake Erie Communities in Chautauqua County, NY, Great Lakes Scuttlebutt Magazine
"Interactive museums and galleries, food and drink tours, artistic retreats, hiking trails, or remarkable architecture—it’s easy to find something that piques your interest. All you need to do is get in a car and pick a direction." - 14 Off-The-Beaten-Path Stops on an Upstate New York Road Trip, Fodor's Travel
"To really get into the spirit, guests [at the National Comedy Center] can give cartooning a try, learn the art of comedy writing, deliver some stand-up style jokes or participate in a slapstick faux pie fight." - If You Love Comedy, Plan a Vacation to One of These 4 Cities, Forbes
"These are the best towns to live out the summertime dream by the lake. But when your skin becomes raisin-wrinkled and you’re tired of splashing, they’ve also got you covered with plenty of non-watery things to see and do. And we’re not talking go-karts and mini-golf." - Best Lake Towns in America, Fodor's Travel
"Panama Rocks has been drawing visitors for hundreds, if not thousands of years, and there’s evidence of Native Americans using the site prior to the settlement of Europeans in the area. After that, the area is said to have been used by thieves and counterfeiters to hide out in the mid-1800s. In fact, there’s even a treasure story that associated with the site!" - Exploring the Historic and Mysterious Panama Rocks Near Jamestown, New York, Uncovering New York
"For more than 140 years, people have headed to western New York to enjoy the splendor and beauty found in Chautauqua. Blessed with five lakes, Chautauqua’s unique geography has resulted in a proliferation of vineyards and year-round recreation." - One-Tank Trip: Chautauqua, About Stark County (Ohio)
"Walk from the Lucy-Desi Museum (stop by the charming Crown Street Roasting Company next door if you need a quick jolt of caffeine) to the newly opened National Comedy Center just a few blocks away for an interactive, immersive experience...Comedy’s role in advancing culture thanks to bold comedians willing to criticize, with laughter, certain entrenched institutions is covered well here." - Destination Jamestown, N.Y.: Go for the Comedy, Stay for the Recreation, More Time to Travel
"Tucked in among the region's shale escarpment are three harbors home to three distinct communities: Westfield, Dunkirk, and Sunset Bay. Travel by boat or by land to discover an abundance of things to do, places to eat, and experiences to be had in the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Region." - Vineyards, Beaches, and World Class Fishing: Three Distinct Lake Erie Communities in Chautauqua County, NY, Great Lakes Scuttlebutt Magazine
"Spend some time by sparkling Chautauqua Lake where you’ll find one of the nation’s oldest continually operating amusement parks, the Midway State Park, replete with vintage midway rides and games, including a charming carousel, mini-golf, go-karts, bumper boats, and old-fashioned treats." - The New York (Kid-Friendly) Weekend Getaways You Need This Summer, I Love New York
"To really get into the spirit, guests [at the National Comedy Center] can give cartooning a try, learn the art of comedy writing, deliver some stand-up style jokes or participate in a slapstick faux pie fight." - If You Love Comedy, Plan a Vacation to One of These 4 Cities, Forbes
"If you want to dive into wine country, you have plenty of options in Western New York, but there’s one particular spot just an hour from Buffalo where you can explore our area’s delicious history with Concord grapes." - The Delicious Discovery Center Outside Buffalo That’s More Than Worth The Trip, Only In Your State
"Panama Rocks has been drawing visitors for hundreds, if not thousands of years, and there’s evidence of Native Americans using the site prior to the settlement of Europeans in the area. After that, the area is said to have been used by thieves and counterfeiters to hide out in the mid-1800s. In fact, there’s even a treasure story that associated with the site!" - Exploring the Historic and Mysterious Panama Rocks Near Jamestown, New York, Uncovering New York
"Roughly an hour and a half south of Buffalo in New York's westernmost corner, Jamestown is one of our favorite small-town getaways." - The Waterfront Town Near Buffalo That Makes An Excellent Weekend Getaway, Only In Your State
"Walk from the Lucy-Desi Museum (stop by the charming Crown Street Roasting Company next door if you need a quick jolt of caffeine) to the newly opened National Comedy Center just a few blocks away for an interactive, immersive experience...Comedy’s role in advancing culture thanks to bold comedians willing to criticize, with laughter, certain entrenched institutions is covered well here." - Destination Jamestown, N.Y.: Go for the Comedy, Stay for the Recreation, More Time to Travel
"What they [the National Comedy Center] created was a wildly immersive, interactive comedy environment designed to make everyone LOL. The twist: This is customized comedy." - What's so funny about Jamestown, N.Y.? This., The Boston Globe
"Spend some time by sparkling Chautauqua Lake where you’ll find one of the nation’s oldest continually operating amusement parks, the Midway State Park, replete with vintage midway rides and games, including a charming carousel, mini-golf, go-karts, bumper boats, and old-fashioned treats." - The New York (Kid-Friendly) Weekend Getaways You Need This Summer, I Love New York
WorldPride will welcome over three million people to NYC this summer, but the celebration has gone state-wide and both Chautauqua Institution and the National Comedy Center are both organizing #WorldPride2019 events this July. - 4 Areas in New York State that WorldPride Visitors Shouldn't Miss, Expedia
"If you want to dive into wine country, you have plenty of options in Western New York, but there’s one particular spot just an hour from Buffalo where you can explore our area’s delicious history with Concord grapes." - The Delicious Discovery Center Outside Buffalo That’s More Than Worth The Trip, Only In Your State
"The area is teeming with plenty of exciting attractions and events to help you have fun, relax and soak up some sun. If you have a week to explore all Chautauqua County has to offer this summer, here are seven things you're sure to enjoy." - Plan You Week-Long Summer Vacation in Chautauqua County, Cleveland.com
"Roughly an hour and a half south of Buffalo in New York's westernmost corner, Jamestown is one of our favorite small-town getaways." - The Waterfront Town Near Buffalo That Makes An Excellent Weekend Getaway, Only In Your State
"Canadians can enjoy some outdoor fun and recreation across the border in Chautauqua County, New York. With five lakes, waterfront dining, shopping, a thriving local art scene, and world-class cultural attractions, both the young and young at heart will find plenty to enjoy." - Chautauqua County, NY Makes a Great Summer Vacation Destination, TravelAlerts.ca
"What they [the National Comedy Center] created was a wildly immersive, interactive comedy environment designed to make everyone LOL. The twist: This is customized comedy." - What's so funny about Jamestown, N.Y.? This., The Boston Globe
"The National Comedy Center is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, and featuring more than 50 immersive exhibits, it the most interactive attraction I have ever visited." - Howard Blount, Find Fun and Laughter in Upstate New York, Backroad Planet
WorldPride will welcome over three million people to NYC this summer, but the celebration has gone state-wide and both Chautauqua Institution and the National Comedy Center are both organizing #WorldPride2019 events this July. - 4 Areas in New York State that WorldPride Visitors Shouldn't Miss, Expedia
"Calling a smarter kind of beach bum: This historic lake district is all about “leisure learning,” offering classes and talks with waterfront fun (and now, smart comedy) on the side." - Best Driving Vacations: Chautauqua's Slice of America, Columbus Monthly Magazine
"The area is teeming with plenty of exciting attractions and events to help you have fun, relax and soak up some sun. If you have a week to explore all Chautauqua County has to offer this summer, here are seven things you're sure to enjoy." - Plan You Week-Long Summer Vacation in Chautauqua County, Cleveland.com
"If you’re unfamiliar, the 750-acre Chautauqua Institution is home to seasonal cultural, recreational, and educational programs, as well as the magnificent Athenaeum Hotel. Views of the sparkling Chautauqua Lake and the hotel’s monumental Victorian architecture provide plenty of locations for the ceremony, dinner, and banquet." - Unique Wedding Venues in New York State, I LOVE NEW YORK
"Canadians can enjoy some outdoor fun and recreation across the border in Chautauqua County, New York. With five lakes, waterfront dining, shopping, a thriving local art scene, and world-class cultural attractions, both the young and young at heart will find plenty to enjoy." - Chautauqua County, NY Makes a Great Summer Vacation Destination, TravelAlerts.ca
“Mayville has always been a destination, with the Chautauqua Institution just down the road. That’s such a world-renowned facility, and it’s amazing to have an asset like that so close. Plus, we have the lake, the wineries and skiing nearby… .There’s never been a shortage of attractions. Now we have the National Comedy Center on the other end of the lake too — it’s literally a national treasure, and it’s right here.” - Locals Love... Mayville, New York, Lake Erie Living Magazine
"The National Comedy Center is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, and featuring more than 50 immersive exhibits, it the most interactive attraction I have ever visited." - Howard Blount, Find Fun and Laughter in Upstate New York, Backroad Planet
"This part of the county has always been known for its grapes. And when nature gives you grapes, you know what comes next. Here are five of our favorite places to enjoy a glass of wine — and an afternoon." - Five Great: Wineries in Chautauqua County, Lake Erie Living Magazine
"Calling a smarter kind of beach bum: This historic lake district is all about “leisure learning,” offering classes and talks with waterfront fun (and now, smart comedy) on the side." - Best Driving Vacations: Chautauqua's Slice of America, Columbus Monthly Magazine
"The Chautauqua Harbor Hotel is a dazzling new $38 million, 135-room hotel with a prime location on the shore of Chautauqua Lake. It opened in September 2018, just after the debut of the National Comedy Center in nearby Jamestown. It is now the largest year-round hotel in Chautauqua County." - Deborah Williams, Close to Home Romantic Getaways, WNY Family Magazine
"If you’re unfamiliar, the 750-acre Chautauqua Institution is home to seasonal cultural, recreational, and educational programs, as well as the magnificent Athenaeum Hotel. Views of the sparkling Chautauqua Lake and the hotel’s monumental Victorian architecture provide plenty of locations for the ceremony, dinner, and banquet." - Unique Wedding Venues in New York State, I LOVE NEW YORK
"At Peek ‘n Peak there are 27 slopes and trails of downhill skiing, more than nine kilometers of cross-country ski trails, and tubing: although it was pouring rain while we were there, my husband and I went for a hike, the kids had a downhill ski lesson and we had an amazing mist-shrouded family tubing experience." - Diana Ballon, Heading South of the Border, Forever Young Magazine
“Mayville has always been a destination, with the Chautauqua Institution just down the road. That’s such a world-renowned facility, and it’s amazing to have an asset like that so close. Plus, we have the lake, the wineries and skiing nearby… .There’s never been a shortage of attractions. Now we have the National Comedy Center on the other end of the lake too — it’s literally a national treasure, and it’s right here.” - Locals Love... Mayville, New York, Lake Erie Living Magazine
"Have a laugh - or a million - at the brand new National Comedy Center. This zingy, incredibly interactive 50-exhibit museum is an outgrowth of the annual Lucille Ball Comedy Festival..." - Malerie Yolen-Cohen, 35 Unsung But Oh So Worthy Museums, Attractions and Tours in New England and New York 2019, Getaway Mavens
"This part of the county has always been known for its grapes. And when nature gives you grapes, you know what comes next. Here are five of our favorite places to enjoy a glass of wine — and an afternoon." - Five Great: Wineries in Chautauqua County, Lake Erie Living Magazine
" I was surprised to learn here that Lucy and Desi broke a lot of ground in the early years of television. Theirs was the first show to feature an interracial couple (white and Hispanic) and the first show to feature a pregnant woman playing a pregnant woman." - Liz Campbell, A Seriously Funny Place, Forever Young Toronto
"The Chautauqua Harbor Hotel is a dazzling new $38 million, 135-room hotel with a prime location on the shore of Chautauqua Lake. It opened in September 2018, just after the debut of the National Comedy Center in nearby Jamestown. It is now the largest year-round hotel in Chautauqua County." - Deborah Williams, Close to Home Romantic Getaways, WNY Family Magazine
"Jamestown is home to the National Comedy Center, a nonprofit cultural institution which celebrates comedy's greatest minds and voices, and the Lucy-Desi Museum, which honor's Ball's life and legacy" - Holly Rosen Fink, Visiting Jamestown, New York: A Comedic Weekend Away, OffMetro.com
"At Peek ‘n Peak there are 27 slopes and trails of downhill skiing, more than nine kilometers of cross-country ski trails, and tubing: although it was pouring rain while we were there, my husband and I went for a hike, the kids had a downhill ski lesson and we had an amazing mist-shrouded family tubing experience." - Diana Ballon, Heading South of the Border, Forever Young Magazine
"In the winter, Chautauqua Lake is a picturesque snow globe" - Jared Wickerham, Skip the Summer Crowds and Experience Chautauqua Lake, NY During the Winter Months, Pittsburgh City Paper
"Have a laugh - or a million - at the brand new National Comedy Center. This zingy, incredibly interactive 50-exhibit museum is an outgrowth of the annual Lucille Ball Comedy Festival..." - Malerie Yolen-Cohen, 35 Unsung But Oh So Worthy Museums, Attractions and Tours in New England and New York 2019, Getaway Mavens
"Lily Dale Assembly is most active during its 10-week summer season with a full slate of lectures, seminars, meditation and healing services, seances, ghost walks and thought exchanges." - Howard Blount, Encounter the Spirits at Lily Dale, Backroad Planet
" I was surprised to learn here that Lucy and Desi broke a lot of ground in the early years of television. Theirs was the first show to feature an interracial couple (white and Hispanic) and the first show to feature a pregnant woman playing a pregnant woman." - Liz Campbell, A Seriously Funny Place, Forever Young Toronto
"Or catch an event at the newly opened National Comedy Center... in Jamestown" - Laura Begley Bloom, Where to Go Next: 14 Best Places to Travel in the US in 2019, Forbes
"Jamestown is home to the National Comedy Center, a nonprofit cultural institution which celebrates comedy's greatest minds and voices, and the Lucy-Desi Museum, which honor's Ball's life and legacy" - Holly Rosen Fink, Visiting Jamestown, New York: A Comedic Weekend Away, OffMetro.com
"We say the folks who picked the location of the new 37,000-square-foot National Comedy Center pretty much nailed it - the hometown of comedy mogul Lucille Ball." - Frommer's Best Places to Go in 2019, Frommer's
"In the winter, Chautauqua Lake is a picturesque snow globe" - Jared Wickerham, Skip the Summer Crowds and Experience Chautauqua Lake, NY During the Winter Months, Pittsburgh City Paper
"Who doesn't love Lucy? And a gigantic New Comedy Center? And the Best Après Ski Town of All?" - Max Hartshorne, Western New York: Lovin' the Southern Tier, GoNOMAD
"Lily Dale Assembly is most active during its 10-week summer season with a full slate of lectures, seminars, meditation and healing services, seances, ghost walks and thought exchanges." - Howard Blount, Encounter the Spirits at Lily Dale, Backroad Planet
"I spent an entire day exploring more than 50 immersive exhibits [at the National Comedy Center] on an interactive journey through comedic history and genres, from mimes to memes gone viral. Setting the experience apart from any museum I've visited is the cutting-edge personalization technology that made the experience unique to me and my tastes." - Amanda Burrill, Chautauqua: America's Newsest Destination for Comedy Lovers, The Epoch Times
"Or catch an event at the newly opened National Comedy Center... in Jamestown" - Laura Begley Bloom, Where to Go Next: 14 Best Places to Travel in the US in 2019, Forbes
"The Chautauqua Harbor Hotel opened up in fall 2018 as a $38-million luxury property on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in Celoron, New York." - Johnny Jet, Newest Hilton, Marriott, and Hyatt Properties Around the Globe, Forbes
"We say the folks who picked the location of the new 37,000-square-foot National Comedy Center pretty much nailed it - the hometown of comedy mogul Lucille Ball." - Frommer's Best Places to Go in 2019, Frommer's
"The new $50-million National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York, about 90 minutes south of Buffalo, is now one of the best museums in the country." - Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, The National Comedy Center is an Unlikely Attraction That's Putting Western New York Back on the Map, Condé Nast Traveler
"Who doesn't love Lucy? And a gigantic New Comedy Center? And the Best Après Ski Town of All?" - Max Hartshorne, Western New York: Lovin' the Southern Tier, GoNOMAD
"We spent this past winter teaching kite-boarding in Maui which has ranked the 2nd best kiteboarding destination in the world, but it also has tricky conditions to teach it.. After teaching in those conditions on Maui and now spending this summer teaching kiteboarding on Lake Erie, we've realized what a truly world-class wind sports destination we literally have out our front door." - Trisha Ping, Meet the Couple Bringing Extreme Sports to Western NY, Lonely Planet
"I spent an entire day exploring more than 50 immersive exhibits [at the National Comedy Center] on an interactive journey through comedic history and genres, from mimes to memes gone viral. Setting the experience apart from any museum I've visited is the cutting-edge personalization technology that made the experience unique to me and my tastes." - Amanda Burrill, Chautauqua: America's Newsest Destination for Comedy Lovers, The Epoch Times
"Founded in 1879 as a Spiritualist's summer retreat, the original Lily Dale was a tented community that welcomed all manner of outsiders, including Susan B. Anthony, already a regular at nearby Chautauqua Institution, the more intellectually minded cultural community founded a few years earlier." - Penelope Green, Meet the Mediums of Lily Dale, The New York Times
"The Chautauqua Harbor Hotel opened up in fall 2018 as a $38-million luxury property on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in Celoron, New York." - Johnny Jet, Newest Hilton, Marriott, and Hyatt Properties Around the Globe, Forbes
"...the Chautauqua-Allegheny Region of New York State is home to mountains, lakes and small-town pleasures." - Patricia Doherty, The Best Places to Visit this August, Travel + Leisure
"The new $50-million National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York, about 90 minutes south of Buffalo, is now one of the best museums in the country." - Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, The National Comedy Center is an Unlikely Attraction That's Putting Western New York Back on the Map, Condé Nast Traveler
"Panama Rocks attracts about 25,000 guests a year, making it one of Chautauqua County's top rated destinations. New to the park is a sport that ties in nicely to the history surrounding it - ax throwing." - Terry Belke, The Ancient Forest of Panama Rocks, WGRZ News Buffalo
"We spent this past winter teaching kite-boarding in Maui which has ranked the 2nd best kiteboarding destination in the world, but it also has tricky conditions to teach it.. After teaching in those conditions on Maui and now spending this summer teaching kiteboarding on Lake Erie, we've realized what a truly world-class wind sports destination we literally have out our front door." - Trisha Ping, Meet the Couple Bringing Extreme Sports to Western NY, Lonely Planet
"Peek'n Peak Ski Resort in Clymer, New York is an easy two-hour drive from Cleveland. My daughter fell in love instantly. Our hotel room was spacious, there were multiple dining options, a heated indoor pool, indoor playground, and an indoor/outdoor hot tub all in the same building!" - Jenny Steadman, Skiing and Exploring Chautauqua County, New York, Macaroni Kid Cleveland East, OH
"Founded in 1879 as a Spiritualist's summer retreat, the original Lily Dale was a tented community that welcomed all manner of outsiders, including Susan B. Anthony, already a regular at nearby Chautauqua Institution, the more intellectually minded cultural community founded a few years earlier." - Penelope Green, Meet the Mediums of Lily Dale, The New York Times
"...the Chautauqua-Allegheny Region of New York State is home to mountains, lakes and small-town pleasures." - Patricia Doherty, The Best Places to Visit this August, Travel + Leisure
"Panama Rocks attracts about 25,000 guests a year, making it one of Chautauqua County's top rated destinations. New to the park is a sport that ties in nicely to the history surrounding it - ax throwing." - Terry Belke, The Ancient Forest of Panama Rocks, WGRZ News Buffalo
"Peek'n Peak Ski Resort in Clymer, New York is an easy two-hour drive from Cleveland. My daughter fell in love instantly. Our hotel room was spacious, there were multiple dining options, a heated indoor pool, indoor playground, and an indoor/outdoor hot tub all in the same building!" - Jenny Steadman, Skiing and Exploring Chautauqua County, New York, Macaroni Kid Cleveland East, OH