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Ride Your Bike - Not a Horse-Drawn Buggy - Through Lancaster
06/07/2021 - 9:06amWith the largest Amish community in the country, Lancaster County may be known more for its quaint and old-fashioned appeals—but it would be a mistake to underestimate the natural attractions the county has to offer, ones which can be appreciated on a more modern form of conveyance than a horse-drawn buggy. This summer, there’s something for lei...
Read MoreAmerica Begins in Philadelphia
06/07/2021 - 9:03amThere’s nothing like an up-close look at the past to reinvigorate the present. As we approach Independence Day, an exploration of the iconic places in Philadelphia where the seeds of independence began to take root is a fitting way to anticipate the holiday.
At Carpenter’s Hall,...
Read MoreErie: A Fresh Take on a Summer Standby
06/07/2021 - 8:54amTrips to the ocean may seem like standard summer fare, but when it comes to Great Lakes vacations, “fresh” is an appropriate descriptor of much more than the water. These inland beaches are a refreshing alternative to beaches on the coasts of North America, offering the attractions of seaside destinations without the dangers and crowds. For thos...
Read MoreMake A Date with PA B&Bs
05/04/2021 - 7:09pmPennsylvania is opening back up. No more waiting for someday. It’s time to “Make it a Date with PA.” Rejuvenate your spirit at a Pennsylvania Bed & Breakfast the perfect place to relax and unwind.
When you feel safe to travel, PA innkeepers are waiting for you. A stay at a B&B is the perfect place to reconnect with family and frie...
Read MoreShop Rice’s Market in Bucks County
04/24/2021 - 12:43pmFor the past 150 years, a thirty acre plot has become the oldest and largest market in Bucks County, hosting more than 400 vendors and 8,000 shoppers per day. From trinkets and treasures to produce and clothing, Rice’s Market is a thrift shopper’s, bargain hunter’s, antique collector’s, and food lover’s paradise all rolled into one. Shop hundred...
Read MoreVisit the Kinzua Sky Bridge
04/24/2021 - 12:39pmWhat was once an incredible feat of engineering that built the longest and tallest railroad bridge in the world is now one of Pennsylvania’s most unique and scenic recreational spots. With panoramic views of the Kinzua Valley, the Kinzua Sky Bridge offers visitors a viewpoint of its surrounding landscape that can’t be found anywhere el...
Read MoreBike The Allegrippis Trail System
04/24/2021 - 12:36pmLocated along the scenic shores of the Raystown Lake recreational area, the Allegrippis Trail System is one of the Eastern United States’ premier single track mountain biking trail systems. The 24 trails in the system were designed and built by the International Mountain Bicycling Association for year-round recreational use including h...
Read MoreVisit Small Town America in Coudersport and Wellsboro
03/07/2021 - 12:24pmCalled a gem of Pennsylvania’s wilderness, Coudersport offers vistas of natural and man-made beauty worthy of any history lover or outdoor adventurer. The town depicts a vivid cross-section of the economics and politics of the Victorian era, gaining much of its historical significance from its role in the lumber industry and the abolitionist mov...
Read MoreBouldering at Governor Dick Park in Mt. Gretna
03/07/2021 - 12:07pmIf you’re looking for new challenges, new community, and new sights, the sport of bouldering can provide all three in a spectacular way. Bouldering differs from traditional rock climbing in that it involves less by way of equipment and altitudes: those who boulder scale rock faces no more than 20 feet high without a harness or rope, relying on o...
Read MoreHistory of Automobile Travel at The Swigart Museum
03/07/2021 - 11:55amFor those longing for travel but limited to local destinations, there are few attractions as fitting as the Swigart Museum, where travelers can tour the history of automobile travel itself. The nation’s oldest automobile museum, which is celebrating its centennial this year, houses one...
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