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Trails in Pennsylvania That Will Leave You Breathless

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Category: Philadelphia & The Countryside

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The Great American Getaway Guide to New Hope & Lahaska

May 15, 2024

Home to trendy shops, beautiful historic riverside restaurants, and an abundance of cultural attractions, the eclectic community of New Hope with its marvelous Main Street and the nearby small town of Lahaska, home to the shoppers’ paradise known as Peddler’s Village, together provide the ideal…

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The Great American Getaway Guide to Philadelphia

May 08, 2024

Philadelphia, affectionately known as the City of Brotherly Love or simply “Philly,” is the birthplace of the United States and home to some of the nation’s most historic destinations. At under a two-hour drive from New York City and three-hour drive from Washington, D.C., this vibrant and diverse…