Long Island, New York
Long Island, New York
Located just east of New York City, Long Island, New York is a vibrant year-round destination with a long list of diverse attractions throughout its six distinctive regions. Living up to its name, the island is the longest, largest, and most populated island in the nation, extending over 118 miles eastward from New York Harbor to Montauk Point (“The End”).
From the historic Gold Coast Mansions, down to the iconic car-free beach haven of Fire Island, to the award-winning vineyards across the North Fork and the famed Hamptons region along the South Fork – opportunities are endless on Long Island. Visitors and locals alike can explore the region to learn about the area’s rich history, live a luxurious lifestyle, escape into charming downtowns with thriving boutique shops, hotels, and eateries, experience the outdoors on either a beach or a scenic hike, and much more.
Whether traveling to the area for work or play, Long Island combines big city convenience with small town charm. The region is easily accessible for visitors looking for a getaway by JFK International, LaGuardia and Long Island MacArthur Airports, as well as short rides via the Long Island Railroad, and multiple ferry services. Long Island’s hotel properties and event spaces also offer the perfect destination for business travel, with 1.5 million square feet of meeting space and over 18,000 guest rooms.
Long Island at a glance
Did You Know?
Often the backdrop for Hollywood productions and called Hollywood East, our mansions are inspiration behind F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby” and AMC’s “Turn: George Washington’s Spies”.
Wine & Beer Country
New York is the third largest wine growing region in the United States and with over sixty wineries!
Annual Events & Festivals
With events including the iconic Triple Crown at Belmont Stakes, the USGA Championship and Ryder Cup to the Hamptons Film Festival, The Fire Island Invasion and the Oyster Festival, Long Island offers incredible annual events to suit every interest.
Golf
As the host destination for 23 major golf championships, Long Island is a golfer’s paradise.
BeLong on Long Island
Arriving at JFK or LGA airports, you’ll find 120-miles of sparkling ocean beaches and historic sites, quaint downtown villages, exclusive shopping, world renowned Long Island Wine Country-and of course, the famed Hamptons.
Meetings & Events
Don’t choose between an urban or beach experience, give your guests the best of both worlds when you choose Long Island, New York City’s Beachfront Backyard.
Getting Here
Hop aboard a Long Island train, schedule a flight into one of several major airports or take advantages of the roadways, ferries and buses – It’s easy to get around Long Island.
Meet your rep
Doris Martinez Oronoz
Director of Sales and Sports