1. Destiny USA
251 miles from NYC
This super shopping/entertainment complex has outlet, factory and company stores with a retail roster featuring Apple, Ann Taylor, Brooks Brothers Factory Store and Nordstrom Rack. Feast upon a dozen sit-down restaurants, a food court and children and adults’ entertainment. And stay overnight at Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse USA Hotel; specialty packages available. 9090 Destiny USA Dr, Syracuse, NY, (315-466-6000, destinyusa.com)