Haven Team

Travel patterns continue to shift, with more U.S. travelers gravitating toward places that feel grounded and unforced rather than curated for peak-season tourism. Across Upstate New York, several towns offer exactly that—communities where winter unfolds at its own pace, shaped by local culture, landscape, everyday life, and simple road trip staples like . For travelers planning winter getaways, these destinations offer an alternative to the better-known ski hubs and resort towns, favoring substance over spectacle.

Haven TeamDec 5, 2025 · 3 min read

The Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival returns December 11–14, marking its 18th year with one of its most expansive programs to date. The four-day festival has grown into a defining event for chefs, sommeliers, winemakers, and culinary enthusiasts, offering a concentrated look at contemporary cuisine through 22 curated experiences.

Haven TeamDec 5, 2025 · 2 min read

Across the Northeast, winter travel patterns are shifting. Recent travel patterns suggest travelers are increasingly moving away from crowded ski mountains and heavily marketed resort towns, gravitating instead toward quieter communities where winter still feels genuine.

Haven TeamDec 5, 2025 · 4 min read

As 2026 approaches, American winter travel patterns continue to shift. Many travelers are moving away from crowded resort towns and high-traffic ski destinations, seeking smaller communities where winter moves at a slower, more natural pace. From the Laurel Highlands to the river valleys of the southwest, these destinations provide a quieter, more grounded winter experience built around landscape and local life rather than resort infrastructure.

Haven TeamDec 5, 2025 · 3 min read

The St. Petersburg Power & Sailboat Show returns January 15–18, bringing one of the Gulf Coast’s most significant winter‑season marine gatherings to the downtown waterfront. Held at the Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater Yacht Basin and Albert Whitted Park, the show is the largest boat exhibition on the Gulf Coast and remains an important early-season event for manufacturers, dealers, and boating enthusiasts.

Haven TeamDec 5, 2025 · 3 min read

These six beach communities stand out for their distinctive appeal, offering a mix of natural beauty, historic context, and coastal lifestyle.

Haven TeamDec 5, 2025 · 2 min read

The Sony Open in Hawaii will open the 2026 PGA Tour season from January 12–18 at Waialae Country Club in Honolulu, marking the first full-field test of the new competitive year. As one of the Tour’s longest-running events—first played in 1965 and sponsored by Sony since 1999—the tournament enters 2026 with renewed relevance amid an evolving PGA calendar and shifting early-season structure.

Haven TeamDec 5, 2025 · 3 min read

The Las Vegas housing market in 2025 reflected a noticeable shift toward stability. After several years of pronounced swings in both inventory and pricing, the region settled into a more measured rhythm—one shaped by higher supply, moderated demand, and conditions that more closely resemble historic norms.

Haven TeamDec 5, 2025 · 3 min read

As Philadelphia moves into the final weeks of the year, the city’s real estate and lifestyle landscape reflects a period shaped by broader economic trends and the distinct character of its neighborhoods. The year brought measured growth, shifts in buyer behavior, and a more settled foundation heading into 2026.

Haven TeamDec 5, 2025 · 3 min read

As we move toward 2026, the design world is embracing a warmer, more intentional approach to interiors. The prevailing trends reflect a desire for spaces that feel personal, lived-in, and supportive of wellbeing—marking a continued departure from the stark minimalism of previous years. Below are five key trends expected to shape 2026 and thoughtful ways to bring them into your home.

Haven TeamDec 5, 2025 · 4 min read