Create vacation memories in the Endless Mountains Region of Northeastern PA, where remarkable mountainous views, vistas and overlooks are all around you. History comes to life through our intriguing themed museums. Numerous outdoor activities will take you down the Susquehanna River on a kayak, through the woods on a hike, or fishing along the waters' edge. Treat yourself to a festival unlike one you've ever experienced before. Travel the Endless Mountains Wine Trail and sample locally made wines. Quaint shops showcasing specialty items are a delight for anyone looking for something a little different to take home. End each day at one of our lodgings with all the comforts of home.

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Get away to historic Gettysburg. Just a short drive from many mid-Atlantic metro areas, including just 90-minutes from Washington, DC, Gettysburg visitors will discover a true American treasure.

Relive the history of our nation, or a childhood visit, while exploring all that Gettysburg has to offer. Nestled at the base of the South Mountain, thriving in the fruit belt of southern Pennsylvania, is over 145 years of history and entertainment for you to enjoy.

While you're here, celebrate the history of President Abraham Lincoln and the immortal Gettysburg Address at the Soldiers' National Cemetery, the David Wills House and the historic Gettysburg Train Station.

Understand the Civil War Battle and the impact on the small community of Gettysburg through tours, museums and living history encampments. Be sure to stop at the National Park's new Museum and Visitor Center to see the restored Cyclorama painting of Pickett's Charge. A downtown walking tour will reveal the civilian stories and the aftermath of a town in war.

Beyond the battlefield, make time for tours and tastings at our three wineries, stop by our farm markets, or take in a round of golf. Wander through the boutiques in our historic towns. Plan your visit around one of our many events including arts, bluegrass, country fairs, culinary and antiques.

Pack the car, bring the kids or a group of friends and discover why so many return again and again to Gettysburg and scenic Adams County. We can't wait to see you!

Website: Http://www.gettysburg.travel

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Tour. Roar. Explore--Central Pennsylvania!

A Nittany Lion fan or not--you will leave a fan of Central Pennsylvania! A bit of the city and the country life together---State College is a vacation gem and here’s why-

Tour--Take in a Broadway musical, comedy, ballet and the symphony, all in one day. Hotels with history, internationally ranked art exhibits, unique shops, fine dining, night clubs and Cafés--all wrapped into one charming package in Downtown State College. Host of the renowned Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts each summer, First Night State College (C) each winter and --and it’s all a stone's throw from the peaceful seclusion of a wooded trail in the mountains; Boalsburg, a town over 200 years old, is the birthplace of Memorial Day and home to the Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boal Mansion Museum, Columbus Chapel.

Visit Victorian Bellefonte…Seven United States Governors called it home and it is one of the most beautiful Victorian Downtowns in the country.

Roar with the Nittany Lions! The Penn State Spirit is one you’ll have a hard time not catching--even if you are a rival fan at heart. Game Day at PSU is an event like no other--or step up to the plate with the Pittsburgh Pirates single ‘A’ affiliate, the State College Spikes.And of course--the University Creamery, where Ben & Jerry got their start, has the best ice cream in the world!

Explore…The most beautiful countryside in Pennsylvania. Hike or Mountain Bike Mount Nittany and stop to take in some breathtaking views of endless mountains and fields… The area is pet friendly too…so bring them along for the climb!
The streams in the region are frequented by internationally known Fly fisherman Joe Humphreys…you may catch him casting a line with past presidents and celebrities who boast fishing Spruce Creek is some of the best Fly fishing in the country. If caving is your passion…we have many, including the only all-water cavern in the United States.

Tour. Roar. Explore Central PA on your next vacation!

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Discover Lehigh Valley

A fun, relaxing getaway is waiting for you in Lehigh Valley, Pa. Conveniently located 90 minutes west of NYC and 60 minutes north of Philadelphia by car, Lehigh Valley is easily accessible using major highways. The region features charming, historic downtowns in Bethlehem, Allentown and Easton set amid scenic rivers and beautiful, green countryside.

Discover family fun
Make new vacation memories with your family. Lehigh Valley is a convenient and affordable getaway for all ages, no matter what the season. Whether you’re a skier, snowboarder or maybe prefer tubing, we’ve got your mountains. Let your kids get creative at the Crayola FACTORY®, then visit the hands-on, interactive Da Vinci Science Center. A winter trip wouldn’t be complete without visiting some of the great indoor attractions in Lehigh Valley, including art museums, galleries & theatres, as well as indoor karts and laser tag.

Discover just the two of you
Relax. Recharge. Renew. Lehigh Valley is an ideal destination for a couple’s getaway. The Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem features slots, live table games, a luxurious new hotel, three Emeril Lagasse restaurants plus four others, and three fun lounges full of nightlife. About a mile from the Sands, you’ll find SteelStacks, an innovative, unique arts and culture venue built on the former site of Bethlehem Steel. Slow things down with a leisurely trip along the scenic Lehigh Valley Wine Trail. Enjoy historic inns, charming B&Bs and romantic bistros in the city or in the countryside.

Discover how Lehigh Valley is the perfect getaway for families, couples or friends. Get a free Visitor’s Map & Guide at 1-800-MEET-HERE or visit DiscoverLehighValley.com.

Phone: 800-MEET-HERE
Website: www.DiscoverLehighValley.com

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History loves company in the Valley Forge area and Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. The perfect blend of history, shopping, outdoor recreation and exciting attractions awaits. Enjoy the rich history of 3,600-acre Valley Forge National Historical Park, where General George Washington forged the Continental Army into a fighting force during the bitter winter encampment of 1777-78. Today, the Park is home to miles of multi-purpose trails for biking and hiking, with areas to enjoy bird watching and fishing.

Mere minutes away is a shopper's paradise. The King of Prussia Mall, the largest in the nation, offers more than 400 luxury retailers. The new Philadelphia Premium Outlets will boast 120 designer and name brand stores offering savings of 25%-65%. Charming main streets and shopping villages provide a change of pace and many unique buys.

For those who prefer the outdoors, visit one of the many gardens and arboreta in the Valley Forge area, which boasts the largest concentration of public gardens in North America. Montgomery County is also home to countless historic sites and museums. John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove is the first home of naturalist artist John James Audubon. Abington Art Center, an innovative center for contemporary art includes a nationally recognized, seasonally changing outdoor sculpture garden.

Come and enjoy all of this, as well as award-winning restaurants, featuring every cuisine imaginable, and an abundance of quality hotels, inns and bed and breakfasts. Whatever your tastes the Valley Forge area has something to satisfy every one.

Website: Http://www.ValleyForge.org

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Pennsylvania's Oil Heritage Region
Where History meets Hospitality

History, music, art, shopping, the natural beauty of the countryside, there is something for everyone here in the Oil Heritage Region. Come and enjoy the hospitality of northwestern Pennsylvania.

Our museums bring the past alive. At Drake Well Park and Museum you will learn the story of the discovery of oil and the first commercial well. The Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry continue the saga of oil's impact on our daily lives. Listen to the sounds of the past at DeBence Antique Music World. In the mood for something slightly racier, Tyred Wheels Museum has just the antique car for you as well as airplanes and miniatures.

Take a ride through the Valley that changed the world on the Oil Creek and Titusville Railroad. This vintage train with a narrated tour takes you through Oil Creek State Park, mail a postcard from the only operating Railway Post Office car in the country.

Tri-City Speedway has 5 Division Racing Weekly; DIRT Modifieds, FASTRAK Late Models, 358/602 Crate Pro Stocks, E-Mods, and a rotating 5th class. Racing every Sunday April thru September.

Outdoor fun can be yours here in the Oil Heritage Region; come and enjoy the beauty of our over sixty miles of asphalt paved bicycle trails for hiking or biking. Enjoy fishing or boating; try the Allegheny River, Justus Lake, Kahle Lake, Oil Creek or French Creek for some of the most challenging and enjoyable fishing in the area.

Website: Http://www.OilRegion.org

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Located just off Interstate 80 in East Central Pennsylvania, Columbia and Montour Counties offer breathtaking scenery and hometown hospitality. Visit PPL's Montour Preserve, PPL's Susquehanna Riverlands Environmental Preserve, Weiser State Forest and Ricketts Glen State Park. See black bear, bald eagles, waterfalls up to 94' and get lost in a corn maze.

Launch your kayak or canoe and paddle down the Susquehanna; one of America's Heritage Rivers. You’ll pass fertile farmlands, small towns and mountain forests. Walk, run or bike Robbins Trail, the oldest Rails-To-Trails project in the U.S.

Looking for a slower pace? Discover the areas rich history while experiencing, first-hand, monuments from a bygone era. Explore our twenty-four beloved nineteenth century covered bridges, and one twentieth century covered bridge – a timbered testament to the craftsmanship of our beloved forefathers. Or take a self-guided walking tour in the Historic Downtowns of Bloomsburg and Danville with their beautifully preserved Victorian treasures. You can also sit back, relax and enjoy a performance by the Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble.

Children of all ages can take a thrill-ride on two world class rollercoaster's at Knoebels Amusement Resort; travel deep into a coal mine; or gaze wide-eyed at the wild animals of the rain forest at Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland.

Columbia and Montour Counties include Bloomsburg, Berwick, Danville and their surrounding communities. All lodging and restaurant establishments are conveniently accessible to Interstate 80 and Pennsylvania Routes 11, 487, 54 and 42.

For more information on all the events and attractions in Columbia and Montour counties, contact the Columbia-Montour Visitors Bureau at 1-800-847-4810 and request your free copy of the Official Visitors Guide and quarterly Calendar of Events. Or visit them online at www.iTourColumbiaMontour.com to download free copies of all their brochures.

Website: Http://www.iTourColumbiaMontour.com

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