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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

Great Washington, DC Day Trips

Posted 27th October, 2020
By Alex Kallimanis
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We’re covering destinations within a 100-mile drive each way as potential day trips in this article. There are great destinations in four states surrounding the District that are within that distance – in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. Below are some of the best Washington, DC day trips! Also, check out our previous article on 25 Washington DC Travel Tips to help you plan a visit to the nation’s capital!

Posted in North America, USA, Washington, DC. Tagged Alexandria, Annapolis, Baltimore, couples travel, Gettysburg, Harpers Ferry, Leesburg, travel, USA, USA travel, Winchester, York

Washington, DC to Niagara Falls: Road Trip Guide

Posted 15th June, 2020
By Alex&Bell
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Last updated on August 4th, 2024 at 08:18 pmSummer road trips conjure a feeling of freedom for vacationers. But driving along busy interstates to get from point a to b as fast as possible can leave travelers missing out on some wonderful experiences. We’ve driven from Washington, DC to Niagara Falls many times, and have…

Posted in New York, North America, USA, Washington, DC. Tagged Altoona, Baltimore, couples travel, DC, Gettysburg, Greensburg, Harrisburg, Hershey, Niagara Falls, Seneca Lake, travel, USA, USA travel, Washington, Washington DC, Williamsport

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania: Food, Fun and History

Posted 29th May, 2019
By Alex&Bell
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Gettysburg, Pennsylvania is most famous for the epic US Civil War battle that sparked the Union’s victory over the Confederacy in 1863. This history is well documented in the small Pennsylvania town that attracts around 4 million visitors a year. Today Gettysburg is also receiving acclaim for its food and drink scene. Adams County is the nation’s fourth largest producer of apples, making varieties of cider a specialty.

The Gettysburg area is packed with good breweries, wineries and distilleries along its Pour Tour, adding fun to the history. Here are tips for things to do in Gettysburg!