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Great Destinations to Visit in Pennsylvania

Posted 23rd June, 2021
By Alex Kallimanis
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Pennsylvania is a great year round destination for travelers in the Mid-Atlantic. We recently lived in Washington, DC for 4 years and enjoyed taking many trips to the Keystone State (nicknamed that for its essential role in the founding of the US). Philadelphia even served as the capital of the country between 1790 and 1800.

The Laurel Highlands makes for a great couples getaway with a wealth of year round outdoor recreation from golf in summer to skiing in winter. Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site attracts visitors from around the world. Historic sites and culinary delights abound in destinations like Philadelphia, Gettysburg and York.

Kids (and many adults like us) love the chocolate wonderland that is Hershey’s Chocolate World. Huntingdon County is home to Raystown Lake, the largest in Pennsylvania, and a popular spot for summer recreation. These Pennsylvania destinations are great for outdoor activities like golf, kayaking and skiing, history and mouth watering food and drinks!

Posted in North America, Pennsylvania, USA. Tagged couples travel, Fallingwater, Gettysburg, Harrisburg, Hershey, Huntingdon, Laurel Highlands, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, travel, USA, USA travel, York

York, Pennsylvania: Guide to a Great Weekend

Posted 1st September, 2020
By Alex&Bell
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York, Pennsylvania is just 92 miles north of Washington, DC. The city was founded in 1741 by settlers from Philadelphia and named after the British city of York. It lays claim to being the USA’s first capital, as the Continental Congress first drafted the Articles of Confederation there. York County makes for a great getaway for outdoor lovers, beer enthusiasts, foodies and history buffs. Here are tips to enjoy a fun, delicious and action-packed weekend!

Posted in North America, Pennsylvania, USA. Tagged Beer, breweries, Burning Bridge Tavern, Central Market, Collusion Tap Works, Glen Rock Mill Inn, Left Bank, Northern Central Railway, Old Forge Brewing, paddleboarding, Pennsylvania, Shank's Mare, Susquehanna River, The Village Coffee and Cream, Whistle Stop Bike Shop, Wyndham Garden York, York

Seven Springs Mountain Resort Review

Posted 4th March, 2020
By Alex&Bell
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Seven Springs Mountain Resort is a great all-season resort located in Champion, Pennsylvania. An ideal vacation destination for couples and families, it just over an hour southeast of Pittsburgh and about a 3.5 drive from Washington, DC. The resort offers a variety of on-site activities like skiing, golf, bowling, rock climbing, zip-lining, an alpine slide, spa and a variety of tasty dining options.

Posted in North America, Pennsylvania, USA. Tagged couples travel, golf, Helen's, Laurel Highlands, Pennsylvania, Resort, Seven Springs, ski, travel, Trillium Spa, USA travel

Huntingdon, Pennsylvania: Tips for Planning a Visit

Posted 9th December, 2019
By Alex Kallimanis
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Raystown Lake is the largest lake in the state of Pennsylvania. Around 44 miles south of State College, home of Penn State University, and around a 3-hour drive from Washington DC, it is a great destination for boating, swimming, mountain biking, scuba diving, and fishing during warmer months.

The nearby town of Huntingdon, PA, set along the Juanita River dates to 1767. It’s home to the nation’s oldest automobile museum, Swigart Museum. Lincoln Caverns are another highlight. Here are some of the highlights of visiting this Pennsylvania region!

Posted in North America, Pennsylvania, USA. Tagged Edgewater Inn, Huntingdon, Isett Heritage Museum, Lincoln Caverns, Pennsylvania, Raystown Lake, Riverside Grill, Swigart Museum, Three Twelve Restaurant, travel, USA travel

Laurel Highlands, Pennsylvania: Guide to a Great Getaway

Posted 19th November, 2019
By Alex&Bell
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Located in southwestern Pennsylvania, the Laurel Highlands region is a relaxing vacation destination packed with outdoor recreation options, historic sites, family activities and world-class resorts. Set to beautiful wooded mountains, the region spans 3,000 square miles of Fayette, Somerset and Westmoreland Counties. We recently visited over a 3 day weekend from Washington, DC and enjoyed a variety of activities from great golf, fun goat yoga, delicious food and drinks, to famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece, Fallingwater. Here are some great things for you to experience in Laurel Highlands, PA set to a gorgeous backdrop of autumn foliage.