Are you a travel professional seeking an island getaway? Why not consider an assignment in Long Island, the longest and largest island in the contiguous United States? Okay, so it doesn’t have palm trees and dolphins, but it does have sparkling beaches favored by the rich and famous, where you might just bump into the likes of Lindsay Lohan, Billy Joel or the Long Island Medium, Theresa Caputo. Plus, it’s only an hour away from New York City by car. But you’ll find plenty to do if you take a travel assignment in Long Island, without having to leave town, even in the winter months. Aside from its fabulous beaches, Long Island features numerous points of interest for lovers of food, wine, art, culture and more. Here is our guide for travel professionals wondering what to eat, drink, do and Instagram while on a travel assignment in Long Island.