EscapeMaker.com, a guide to local getaways around New York City, is planning to host its first “Green Getaways, Local Food & Travel Expo” in Brooklyn, NY. Presented by Amtrak© and Zipcar©, the Expo will feature over 50 getaway destinations, from counties to local farms, resorts and bed & breakfasts – within a day’s drive or train ride of New York City.

The event, to be held at the Skylight One Hanson in downtown Brooklyn on April 30, 2011, will showcase destinations and lodgings from Maine to Maryland that are “going green” while teaching attendees about the latest in local and sustainable travel.

Also, 20 local farms, wineries and regional food producers, like Cabot Cheese of Vermont and Hudson Valley Wine Country of New York will offer wine tasting and food samples in a farmer’s market set-up.

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