Saratoga Springs earns second consecutive Top 10 national summer travel ranking
Saratoga Springs, NY – Discover Saratoga is proud to announce that the destination has ranked #6 on the list of Best Summer Travel Destinations in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. This national recognition adds to Saratoga Springs’ growing number of accolades and highlights a vibrant community that attracts students, creatives, and summer visitors each year. This also marks the second consecutive year Saratoga Springs has earned a place among the nation’s Top 10 summer destinations, reinforcing its reputation as one of the country's most beloved travel destinations.
Summer in Saratoga Springs blends world-famous thoroughbred racing, performing arts, outdoor recreation, wellness experiences, and a vibrant downtown, from Saratoga Race Course and Saratoga Performing Arts Center to Saratoga Lake and Broadway’s dining and shopping scene.
“We are honored to once again be recognized among the country’s best summer travel destinations,” said Darryl Leggieri, president of Discover Saratoga. “Earning a place in the national Top 10 for a second consecutive year speaks to the incredible experiences our tourism partners deliver every day and the lasting appeal of Saratoga Springs as a destination. This recognition reflects not only our community’s commitment to hospitality, culture and visitor experience, but also the outstanding local businesses that continue to elevate Saratoga County.”
In addition to the win, several partners within Saratoga County are currently nominated in other USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Award categories, reinforcing the depth of award-worthy experiences across the destination.
Local nominees include:
- Sweet Mimi’s Café & Bakery – Best Cake Shop
- Saratoga Chocolate Co. – Best Chocolate Shop
- Darling Doughnuts – Best Donut Shop
Discover Saratoga encourages residents, visitors and supporters to continue voting for these Saratoga-area restaurants and businesses. Readers can vote once per day for each award at https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/ until voting closes on Monday, June 8 at 11:59 a.m. EDT. The Top 10 winners, as ranked by USA TODAY 10Best readers, will be announced on Wednesday, June 17 at noon EDT.
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About Discover Saratoga:
Discover Saratoga, also known as the Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau, serves as the official Tourism Promotion Agency for Saratoga County and is a key economic development engine for the region. Its mission is to contribute a positive impact on the local economy by promoting and marketing Saratoga County as a world-class destination for leisure travel, meetings, and events. For more information about Discover Saratoga, please visit www.DiscoverSaratoga.org.
