Christmas Getaway to the little town of Bethlehem (PA)
The town of Bethlehem, PA, is known as “The Christmas City,” for good reason, with twinkling lights, bustling markets and a rich Moravian heritage.
The town of Bethlehem, PA, is known as “The Christmas City,” for good reason, with twinkling lights, bustling markets and a rich Moravian heritage.
While rain during your free time can be a bummer, there are a nice variety of indoor experiences to explore in Southern PA, whether you’re looking for education, movement, or just plain fun.
We visited three areas at the aptly named Rocks State Park in Harford County, MD, and this was our experience.
Wild and wonderful West Virginia is one of our favorite destinations for getting outside and walking some place beautiful. Here are a few of our favorite places to visit in the Eastern part of the state.
These are our top ten best activities for families to experience in Philadelphia, in no particular order.
These are four places in the Northern half of New Jersey where you can see beautiful fall foliage. They include a variety of hiking levels from right off the parking lot to a more challenging trail.
A long post describing several destinations in six regions of Pennsylvania.
These are some enjoyable Hudson Valley stops along the way from Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow in New York to Albany, NY.
Long post with many destinations in the state of Maryland categorized by regions – the Eastern Shore, the Capital Region, the Western Region, the Central Region, and the Southern Region.
Here are a few of the best destinations to see fall colors in the mid-Atlantic region.
A few Octobers ago, we decided to try and see a cranberry harvest in Whitesbog, New Jersey. It always looked so appealing in cranberry juice commercials – so pristine, a sea of round crimson berries against a clear blue sky. The truth, we found, was a bit messier. Historic Village of Whitesbog, New Jersey We…
This adventure starts with a trip to the Growers Market in downtown Williamsport to choose some fresh, seasonal produce to take along to Loyalsock Forest State Park. Here, you can spend an hour or two hiking among ferns and hardwood forest to discover a lovely waterfall. After your hike, refuel at Bullfrog Brewery, where there is something on the menu for everyone. Finally, get some dessert, and maybe do a bit more plant shopping at the Potting Bench Greenhouse, Ice Cream, and Workshops.
Long post on several destinations in each of six regions of New Jersey.
Here are a few of our favorite historical places that are also in beautiful natural settings in the Mid Atlantic Region.
Giant post highlighting many destinations throughout the state of Delaware.
These are free or low cost stops recommended for family road trips that are close to the I-95 corridor from New Jersey through North Carolina.
This post highlights our favorite things to do in Kent County, DE.
These are some of the reasons we think Atlantic City is a fun place to visit with your kids.
Here are some suggestions for viewing cherry blossoms in the mid-Atlantic states.
A few ideas to get active and have fun in the wintertime.
8 towns in the mid-Atlantic region that make for romantic getaways with a few suggested attractions.
We had the opportunity to visit the Endless Mountains region of Northeastern Pennsylvania in December, and we had a wonderful time using this Christmas Itinerary. Christmas Itinerary Stop #1: Dietrich Theater The first stop in our Christmas itinerary in the Endless Mountains was Dietrich Theater, which was beautifully decorated for the holiday season with trees,…
Our favorite things to do in four iconic, mid-Atlantic cities.
A few of our favorite reasons to visit New Castle County, DE
Dutchy Country is the area around the city of Lancaster, which has many lovely outdoor attractions. Known for being the home of a large Amish community, Dutch Country, PA is a pleasure to drive through. Comprised of beautiful rolling hills and peaceful farmland, you can find many picturesque covered bridges in this area. You’re likely…