subject: Locate Luxury Flights To New York And Search For Information Regarding Unique Tourist Spots And Fest [print this page] Visit Long Island Wineries from Montauk Hotels
Long Island has been producing fine wines since 1975. Today, there are more than 50 vineyards on roughly 3,000 acres of land yielding high quality, vinifera varietal grapes comparable to those produced in California and France. You will find many of Long Island's vineyards in North Fork, such as Ackerly Pond, where you can bring your dogs with you; Corey Creek, voted Best New York Gewurztraminer and Best New York Chardonnay by the New York Food and Grape Foundation; Bedell Cellars, featured by Wine Business Monthly as among the top 10 Top 10 Hottest Small Brands in the US; and Clovis Point, where guests can sample the Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Syrah. Montauk hotels give you access to vineyards in the South Fork, where you can sign up for Long Island wine tours. Check out the sprawling mansion of Loughlin Vineyards, the high-ceiling tasting room of Wolffer Estate, the nine honey mead varieties of Long Island Meadery, and the Normandy-style chateau of Duck Walk Vineyards.
Go Seal Watching from Montauk Hotels
Many tourists visiting the Montauk Point State Park in Montauk, New York go there for the seals. At least four species of overwintering seals can be spotted on the rocky beach of Montauk Point where these sea creatures sun themselves. A relaxing 3-hour stroll on the sand from Montauk hotels should include watching these friendly pinnipeds. Instead of exploring the area by yourselves, why not join a guided tour so the haul-out zone is not disturbed. Groups that want to see the seals should get no closer than 70 yards (64 meters) to the resting marine mammals. As you continue your tour, you will also be able to spot different bird species and other marine geology animals. During winter, naturalists from the State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation, as well as those from the Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island, lead seal walks every Friday and weekends. Warm clothing and comfortable shoes for traversing sand and rocks are recommended, as well as binoculars for an up close view of the seals.
Montauk Hotels for Destination Weddings
Fortunate to have pristine beaches and stunning sunsets, Montauk provides a beautiful background for your dream destination wedding. Say I do on the beach, at the Montauk Point Lighthouse, or in one of the many luxurious East Hampton resorts. There are Catholic and Protestant churches in Montauk for couples who prefer to celebrate their wedding through a religious ceremony. The Montauk Yacht Club has wedding specialists who can help you plan so you arrive on your special day refreshed and relaxed. All the particulars of your special day will be handled by a pro, including wine list, menu, cake, flowers, dcor; your wedding planner may also book Montauk hotels for the bridal party and guests and throw in a romantic honeymoon package for the newlyweds. As a popular beach wedding destination, Montauk has many hotels and restaurants that offer package deals for weddings and special events. Check out the options at Gurneys Inn, The Crowns Nest, The Harvest, Montauk Manor, Sole East, Montauk Point Lighthouse, Ricks Crabby Cowboy Caf, and East by Northeast.
Stay in Montauk Hotels and Visit Second House
The tiny town of Montauk in East Hampton used to be known as the cattle range and Wild West of Long Island, New York long before it turned into the tourist destination that's popular today. The vestiges of its long ranching history can still be found in Second House the second house ever built in Montauk and the oldest building still standing on Montauk today. When Second House was opened as a museum in June 28, 1969, people were able to view photos and artifacts from early periods while enjoying the beautiful lawns and gorgeous rose and hydrangea gardens. Like most early houses in Montauk, Second House was built for East Hampton shepherds as a farmhouse. In the 18th century, the northern part of the kitchen was also used as a school. Out-of-towners can learn about Montauk history by visiting Second House from nearby Montauk hotels such as the Avalon Lake Front Motel, Second House Tavern, and Sole East Resort. The Second House Museum is open to the public every day except Wednesday.
