If your Memorial Day Weekend plan involves sitting in Hamptons traffic, waiting an hour for brunch, and calling that “relaxing”… there’s a better move.

Every year, NYC does the same thing. Everyone goes east. The roads clog. The restaurants overbook. And somehow, your “escape” feels just as chaotic as the city you were trying to leave.

Here’s the smarter play:

Go north.

Trade the Hamptons scene for something people are actually craving right now, space, quiet, and a true reset in the Catskills.

Welcome to Alpine Four Season Lodge , your basecamp for a Memorial Day Weekend that actually feels like a break.

Why the Catskills Win (Especially This Weekend)

The Hamptons bring energy. The Catskills bring relief.

Within two hours of NYC, everything changes. The air cools. The noise disappears. The pace slows down without you having to force it.

Memorial Day Weekend is the perfect entry point into Catskills season:

Forests are fully green
Hiking trails and scenic routes are at their best
Farmers markets and local spots reopen
The weather hits that ideal balance—warm days, cool nights

It’s everything people are chasing out east—without the friction.

**Explore the Ashokan Rail Trail in the Catskills, it’s one of those rare places that instantly makes your brain exhale.**

Stay Close to Everything, Feel Far Away

Located in Highmount, NY, just minutes from Belleayre Mountain , Alpine Four Season Lodge puts you in the center of it all, without sacrificing privacy or calm. You’re not “off the grid.” You’re just removed from the noise. Wake up to mountain air. Step outside to quiet. Actually feel the difference.

Build Your Weekend (Or Don’t)

One of the best parts of a Catskills getaway? There’s no pressure to optimize your time.

If you want activity:

Hike or explore at Belleayre Mountain
Walk or bike the scenic Ashokan Rail Trail
Spend an afternoon in Phoenicia or Margaretville browsing shops and cafés

If you want real relaxation:

Coffee on the porch with zero interruptions
Afternoon naps in cool mountain air
Evenings outside under the stars, wrapped in a blanket, listening to actual silence

Not “quiet for New York.” Real quiet.

**Gear up for summer and wander the Catskills, Belleayre Mountain is your starting point.**

Eat Well Without the Hassle

You won’t miss the Hamptons dining scene—because this is better in a different way.

Phoenicia Diner: A Catskills staple that lives up to the hype
Local farm stands and markets: Fresh, seasonal, and finally open for the season
No crowds, no rushing, no overcomplicated plans

You eat well here. You just don’t work for it.

Who This Is Perfect For

Couples looking for a low-key, high-quality escape
Friend groups who want a weekend without logistics stress
Solo travelers who need an actual reset
Anyone who’s done the Hamptons, and is ready for something better

The Real Value: How You Feel After

The difference isn’t just the weekend, it’s how you come back. Instead of needing a recovery day from your vacation, you return clear, rested, and recharged. That’s the Catskills advantage. And it’s exactly why Memorial Day Weekend books fast.

Book Your Memorial Day Escape
“If you’ve been thinking about getting out of the city, this is your moment.”

Skip the traffic. Skip the crowds. Skip the routine.

Book your stay directly at: https://www.alpinefourseasonlodge.com

Daniel & The Crew

Alpine Four Season Lodge, 32 Galli Curci Road, Highmount, NY 12441

Skip the Hamptons. Find a Real Reset in the Catskills This Memorial Day Weekend