Lake George - Enjoy the fun and sun of this lively village along the shores of a beautiful spring-fed Adirondack lake.

Lake George is both a lively village set amid the beauty of the Adirondack Mountains and a beautiful 32-mile lake fed by cool, clear underground springs. The lake is considered one of the most beautiful in the world and is dotted with over 300 islands and includes many miles of "forever wild" shoreline, ranging from quiet and secluded sandy beaches to rocky crags dramatically towering over the water's edge. If you will be staying in Albany for more than a couple of days, a day trip north to this fun and delightful Adirondack area is highly recommended.

A short hour's drive up I-87 will bring you to Lake George, New York - a fun and bustling community that is bursting with activity, particularly during spring, summer and fall. Prospect Mountain beckons on the horizon and can be reached on foot via a short, steep hike, or by a leisurely drive up a well-maintained road. Enjoy the breathtaking view from the top as you plan the rest of your day's adventures.

Back down in Lake George Village, soak up the sun on the beach, or take a dip in the cool refreshing water. Choose from one of several marinas for boating, parasailing or skimming the waves. Stroll down Canada Street and shop among the diversity of eclectic souvenir and gift shops. Head a bit south from the village to the Great Escape theme park for thrills and screams on over 100 rides and attractions, or make a splash in the adjacent water park. Heading back, more shopping can be found at the popular "Million Dollar Half Mile" - a collection of over 80 name-brand factory outlet stores.

Ready to slow down? Take a leisurely sunset or dinner cruise along the length and breadth of Lake George as you sip champagne and listen to a jazz trio. Visit one of the many fine restaurants or casual dining spots for a relaxing and memorable meal. And if your timing is right, you may just catch the weekly fireworks that bring hundreds in boats and on shore to catch this spectacular display, popular with locals and tourists alike. Afterwards, stroll along the promenade by the water's edge as music drifts softly on the breeze from open air decks.

Not ready to go home? Arcades and several miniature golf courses are bustling with activity throughout the evening. Ready to do some dancing? Lake George Village offers a variety of nightclubs and entertainment options ranging from solo acoustic stylings to the thumping bass of a disco beat. Decide you want to come back to Lake George and stay while? Both the Village and surrounding communities abound with hotels, motels, inns, cottages and condos to suit every taste and every budget.

For more information on Lake George, visit www.lakegeorge.com or www.lakegeorgenewyork.com.