you can go back again

Throughout my childhood years, my family and I would vacation during New Year's at The Sagamore, which was a lengthy 4.5-hour drive from home to Bolton Landing, NY. For my visit last fall, however, I took Amtrak and was able to enjoy the scenic mountain views and the season's foliage. The Sagamore is situated on a private 70-acre island in tranquil Lake George. When I entered the lobby, memories erupted, especially when I was given a suite in the main hotel with spectacular views of the Adirondack mountains.

During the winter holidays guests can go skiing at a special rate at nearby Gore Mountain. Since it was too early in the season for that, I went kayaking with the help of Lake George Kayak Company, which properly equipped and guided me for a gorgeous afternoon in the deep blue, glistening lake. Being there in the fall allowed me to relish in the colorful reds, oranges, and yellows that covered the mountains.

Dinner the first night was at the fancy Trillium restaurant, where I have fond memories of dancing with my dad on New Year's Eve. Our press trip attendees enjoyed a lavish, five-course dinner; the staff attentively took care of us and provided an unforgettable memory for the rest of the weekend.

The following morning I was treated to a relaxing and refreshing facial at its European style spa, then a tour of the meeting facilities. The Sagamore has 17,000 sf of available meeting space. Lastly, I toured the new 9,000 sf Challenge Course operated by the Lake George Kayak Company. Located in an indoor recreational facility, there are a ropes course, a climbing wall, and an activity area where meeting attendees are challenged to think outside of the box to develop communication, leadership, and team-building skills. The Shelving Rock Terrace, located on the front lawn overlooking Lake George, stood out in particular as a perfect venue for warm-weather weddings or other special events.

Alas, all too soon it was time to venture back to the big city. Sagamore, thanks for the new memories.The Sagamore