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Tag: Autumn Travel

15 Autumn Bucket List Ideas

Published November 6, 2020 / / 12 Comments

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When I think of autumn, I think of seeing the beautiful changing leaves, cozy sweaters, sipping hot drinks, and getting into the spooky season as we approach Halloween. The United States has a lot of strong fall traditions, but I’ve added many international experiences to my personal autumn bucket list as well. I hope this autumn bucket list inspires your future fall travels!

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Harvested apples while apple picking at Smith’s Orchard

Apple Picking at Smith’s Orchard and Cider Mill

Published November 7, 2018 / / 4 Comments

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New York Apples

The 20 acre orchard while Apple Picking at Smith’s Orchard

Apple seeds were brought over to New York from Europe in the 1600s. Today, New York is the second largest apple producing state in the US with many varieties grown across the state. Considering this history (and NYC’s Big Apple nickname), it’s no surprise apples were designated as the state fruit in 1976. 

Western New York is home to many farms and orchards. Many of them welcome visitors to come to pick their own or purchase already harvested apples every fall. I usually go apple picking at Smith’s Orchard and Cider Mill each fall and get some delicious apple cider slushies.

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