Looking for the perfect getaway but still want to stay close to the city? The Catskills is the perfect answer. This mountain region resort area is a beautiful location for hikes, picnics, skiing, fishing, golf and countless other attractions for the vacation minded.

The Roxbury calls itself a "boutique motel". In a quaint house-like building overlooking the lush green hills, the Roxbury is a great choice if you want to stay somewhere with the comfortable feel of home. You can choose from different size rooms to suit your needs: The regular rooms include a small kitchenette area; the studios have two separate rooms with a small fridge and microwave oven; and the suites have full kitchens with stoves.

The rooms are decorated with funky hip designs. Furniture and wallpaper style vary from room to room, offering an eclectic aesthetic experience. The theme suites have a bathtub in the center of the room. Some of the themes include the "shagadelic" room and the outer space themed room which features space-age transparent furniture. These hip, stylized furniture choices and crazy swirling patterns will keep you talking the whole trip.

The Hotel Vienna is another excellent hotel choice in the Catskills. It is designed to resemble a modestly sized European chalet. The lovely rooms come in king size and queen size, perfect for a couple or family.

Many visitors to the Hotel Vienna come for the golf alone. The near by Windham Country Club, home of the Roland Stafford Golf School, is considered a top-notch course for those minded to improve their game. The Hotel also is poplar for its package deals such as the Mid-Week Ski Getaway package.

Another idea for a vacation in the Catskills is to rent a motor home. There are plenty of motor parks available that offer space for your RV. At Brookside Campgrounds you can either rent one or bring your own and hook it up. The campground boasts a swimming pool and activities for the children such as a playground with a pirate ship slide. Conveniently, a small store is also on site. You can even pitch a tent if you want to "rough it".

Whatever your traveling style, find something to match in the Catskills.