National Geographic Traveler Magazine named the Hudson Valley as one of its Top 20 Places in the World to Visit in 2013, and the city of Beacon has continued to make Must-See and Top-Destination lists since. The Hudson Valley is a hub of interstate and international travel, rich in early American history, and with a depth of legend and lore that is second to none in the country. Arts and cultural centers thrive with support from patrons and participants, even as its vibrant agricultural community continues to thrive and grow with the current farm-to-table movement. The Hudson Valley boasts some of the northeast’s most beautiful scenery and an extensive network of parks and recreation centers that stretch into the adjacent Hudson Highlands and Catskill Mountains. There is something for everyone, whether you’re looking to fill your days with things to do or find the perfect, peaceful spot to do nothing at all.