Raystown Lake may not be new to you but it’s hidden for someone who doesn’t know it’s there. How can an almost 13 square mile lake be considered hidden? Raystown Lake is nestled in a mountainous area of south central Pennsylvania. Unless you’re heading to the hills, you might never know it’s there and some … Read more
At what age are you too old for a corn maze? I’ve decided that it’s not about age but ability to deal with frustration. A few years ago, I took my family to their first corn maze in Maryland and we got so lost and so frustrated that my husband and son found the corn … Read more
When I say fall, what do you think of? For me, it’s pumpkins, apples, corn mazes, Halloween, and cool, crisp air. And we got to experience a little bit of all of that last weekend in Adams County, Pennsylvania! If you’re not familiar with where exactly Adams County is, I order you to go directly … Read more
The locals know all about Gage Mansion. It’s an especially popular place to stay for parents of nearby Juniata College but here’s the insight for the rest of you. When you’re heading to a small town area known primarily for outdoor recreational activities (in this case, Raystown Lake), you don’t expect the most luxurious of … Read more
Every year, Visit Hershey & Harrisburg offers Media Days – a chance for writers to come and explore the area just 100 miles from Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC. The location was a perfect weekend getaway destination for my Baltimore-based family and we started making plans for three days in Pennsylvania. My goal was to … Read more
There are many opportunities to stay and play in Gettysburg but the holidays may not be the time of year that immediately comes to mind. Fortunately, I had the opportunity to spend a weekend in December taking in all the holiday celebrations of this small historic town without all the crowds that you’ll usually find … Read more
This trip was hosted by Destination Gettysburg. Complimentary accommodations, meals, and activities were provided. All opinions are my own. When the summer months hit, I’m ready to take to the road with my family in tow. Whether it’s a day trip, a road trip, or an all out vacation, we try to find fun and … Read more
This post is based on a press trip I attended as part of the Authentic Adams County Media Tour sponsored by Discover Gettysburg. Having grown up in Maryland and living back here as an adult, I don’t always get a sense of how fortunate I am to live close to so many places of historical significance. I’ve … Read more
I was invited to attend an Authentic Adams County Media Tour sponsored by Discover Gettysburg and was provided complimentary accommodations at Baladerry Inn. I find that most people are either bed & breakfast people or they’re not. To some, sleeping accommodations should more or less be a business transaction. That’s not to say they don’t … Read more
I was invited to attend an Authentic Adams County Media Tour sponsored by Discover Gettysburg. From Field to Fork is a food tour that was offered as part of that trip. I have a confession to make. I’m not really a fan of farm-to-table restaurants. I know they’re hot and trendy and obviously make for … Read more
Oh, sure. I’ve camped. In a cabin. And by cabin, I mean a trailer with a rustic looking porch. It had air conditioning, a kitchen (along with a refrigerator), and most importantly, a bathroom. And it was in said cabin that my son famously remarked, “People actually live like this?” To be fair, by the … Read more
Hersheypark provided complimentary admission for me and my family for Hersheypark Media Day. All thoughts and opinions are my own. If you’ve followed along with any of my family travel adventures, you’ll know that we went to Hersheypark last year more times than I can count. (Okay, I can actually count: once for Media Day … Read more
In my first (and only?) trip to Hersheypark as a kid, I remember my favorite part. It was the part that ironically didn’t cost a dime! Situated right outside of Hersheypark, Hershey’s Chocolate World is the home of Hershey’s Chocolate Tour. Here are a few confessions. It’s not really a chocolate factory, but then it … Read more
I have a longstanding love of Hershey and it has nothing to do with chocolate. For years, growing up in Southern Maryland, I thought of Hershey as the home of the Hershey bar and Hersheypark. And that was pretty much all I thought about it. That all changed two years ago when Hershey Entertainment & … Read more
There’s no better way to get yourself into the holiday spirit than Hershey at Christmas. It’s not just theme park rides and chocolate (not that there’s anything wrong with that) but it’s great way to kick off the holidays as a family. We’ve starting doing more and more little family side trips, especially at Christmas. … Read more
When the weather turns cooler and the leaves start falling, it’s time to turn away from fun outdoor activities and buckle down for the impending winter chill. NOT TRUE! Fall is one of my absolute favorite times to get outdoors. It’s usually chilly enough that I can get away with a scarf or sweater but … Read more
