Get into an Empire state of mind this summer in New York. There’s no better season for outdoor activities and festivals or leisurely camping beside a dazzling lake.

“New York State doesn’t disappoint summer travelers looking for fun under the sun or to beat the heat,” said Ross D. Levi, executive director of tourism, I LOVE NY. “Outdoor adventure ranks high in summer vacation planning, while already great museums are bursting at the seams with new, state-of-the-art exhibits and expansions. Visitors can design a trip around a full calendar of spectacular festivals and events, finding comfort in a variety of refreshed and reimagined lodging options. With a dazzling variety of unique, world-class and accessible destinations, New York State is so easy to love, and we welcome visitors and residents to celebrate the excitement of this vacation season.”

For glamping, consider Boheme Retreats in the Catskills, where quirky vintage campers and glamping tents can be booked at Covered Bridge Campsite in Livingston Manor. Or, opt for a stay at Glampful in Capital-Saratoga. Here, guests can relax in safari-style tents positioned on 50 acres of land in Broadalbin, close to Great Lake Sacandaga boat launch.

While you’re there, plan to visit Bond in Motion at Saratoga Automobile Museum to view the official collection of fabulous James Bond vehicles and film props (guided tours are available). Check out the Oneida County Mural Trail, with outdoor murals spread throughout Utica and Oneida County; or head to Lake Mahopac for a 90-minute Frank Lloyd Wright’s Massaro House Tour. Visit here for other ideas and information on new lodging and dining options.