Travel is essential to our well being, it opens our eyes and leads us to new discoveries and experiences. As we start the new year, we hope that traveling more is on your list of things to do in 2010. The farther the better, the more foreign the better, it’s what breaks us out of our routine.

The photo above is of the Saugerties Lighthouse, we’ve written about it in the past. One of the few lighthouses in the United States that offers guests to stay over. About 2 hours north of Manhattan, it’s the perfect weekend road trip. Simply perfect if it weren’t for the difficulties of reserving a room. 2010 is nearly booked with only a few days remaining, including two for this month. Which leads us to our second suggestion for the new year, be spontaneous. Book the room, rent a car, and drive. We think you will enjoy it.