Within 500 miles of New York City. States "EscapeMaker.com is a guide to local getaways for NY metro residents,
accessible by car and by public transportation"
Listing Type/Number:
About 1000, of which about 250 have 2-3 pictures, description and other detail.
Description:
From home page, select state from bar on left. State page gives state map, with regions shaded to indiocate approximate time from NYC. Select a region to get "Reviewed Destinations", a "Getaway Gallery" (which is not limited to B&Bs), "Last Minute Specials" or "Regional Links." may also have regional association links. Selecting an inn gives an inn page that further links to the inn's website.
To search amenities and locations, select "advanced search." Results are short description of inn or attraction and opportunity to bookmark it in an "itinerary".
Quality Assurance:
NA
Other:
Allows links to reservations systems. Lists area attractions, links (better than most). Has newsletter, packages, specials, event calendars. Guide cooperated in facilitating review and verifying data
Innkeeper Info:
Promotion: Front door. States "Newsletters, local television, national television, local radio, NPR, search
engine positioning and keywords. Local and national newspapers and magazines, live events."
Rates: Free basic, $119 for 2-3 pics, 300-500 words, link. Sign-up/pay online. Soon to be self-updatable.
