Hutton Health program director Carol Donahoe discusses trends in wellness and holistic healing — and describes the new workshops offered at the hotel and venue.

Microweddings, defined as having fewer than 50 people, offer many benefits over traditional weddings. They are often budget-friendly with smaller guest lists, more intimate with more quality time with everyone, more flexible regarding venues and advance planning, and less stressful.

Corporate retreats offer an ideal setting for teambuilding activities because they remove workers (either a specific team or the whole company) from their everyday routines and encourage participants to engage in fresh and creative ways. Most people look for locations that aren’t too far away (driving under two hours) with lots of space — ideally in a calming, natural environment. Hutton Brickyards, for example, sits on 100 acres of land in Kingston, New York, not far from New York City, and offers an all-inclusive experience with luxurious cabins, onsite restaurants, many miles of hiking and biking trails, and large indoor and outdoor rooms that can accommodate thousands of people.

Perched atop a hill with sweeping Hudson River views, the storied Edgewood Mansion has reemerged as more than just a historic landmark — it’s now home to a stylish restaurant and bar open to the public. After years of meticulous renovation, the 19th-century Second Empire–style estate now offers elegant dining, craft cocktails, and a menu drawn from seasonal, local ingredients. Whether you’re settling in for a weekend brunch, an intimate dinner, or sipping a signature drink by the fireplace, Edgewood marries old-world charm with modern hospitality. Plus, guests can enjoy sweeping views from the mansion’s gazebos, wander the property’s gardens, or host their own memorable celebrations in its historic spaces.

Looking for the best ideas for a bachelor party or bachelorette party in the Hudson Valley? Find a central location with its own bar and restaurant, like Hutton Brickyards in Kingston, so you have the most creative activities nearby. Many local vendors have special packages for parties, too.

River Pavilion, the waterfront open-air restaurant at Hutton Brickyards, checks all the boxes: It’s date-friendly, pet-friendly, family-friendly, and event-friendly (you can book the space). The brunch and dinner menus have local, seasonal fare — trout, burgers, pizza, salads, and a killer brunch menu. Beer, wine and cocktails too.

In this guide, we define wellness and mindfulness terms, discuss the options (yoga, meditation, silent, nature walks, corporate, etc.), and explain key issues when planning a retreat. Anyone who is curious about mindfulness retreats in the NYC area (and the East Coast in general) should consider Hudson Valley venues like Hutton Brickyards. Curious what do people do on retreats? And what to look for when planning? We have the answers, amenities, and activities.

Corporate retreats are more essential than ever for building strong work culture — bonding — in the post-COVID era. From team-building activities to all-hands meetings to structured leisure time, these forms of business retreats should be both inclusive and efficient to foster creativity and, ultimately, to meet company goals. In the Hudson Valley, there are especially fun activities to make the experience that much more enjoyable for staff.

Here’s everything you need to know about wedding venues, planning parties, photo opportunities, and why the Hudson Valley is one of the best locales.