Visiting the Western PA Model Railroad Museum for a Holiday Open House
Trains and history are two of my favorite things. So, when I can visit a model railroad that has tried to recreate a real track during a historic period, I …
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Riding the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway from Jim Thorpe, PA
Jim Thorpe is one of my favorite small towns in Pennsylvania in large part because of how many great things there are to do in the “Switzerland of America”. And, …
Visiting the Animals at T&D’s Cats of the World in Snyder County
Pennsylvania is home to many great zoos, but there are only a handful of wildlife sanctuaries in the state. Because of this, I was excited to recently have the chance …
Everything You Need to Know to Experience the Little League World Series in Williamsport (Updated for 2024)
As a child, I was a huge baseball fan, and one of my favorite memories was of experiencing the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Every year in mid-August, …
The Museum of Illusions in Philadelphia: Mind-Bending Fun for Kids of All Ages
Philadelphia is a city full of world-class and sophisticated attractions from Independence National Historical Park to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. However, if you are looking for something decidedly less …
Exploring the Beautiful Asbury Woods in Erie
There are many great outdoor recreation spots in Erie. And while some, like Presque Isle State Park, are very well known and popular, there are others, like Asbury Woods, that …
Exploring the Charming Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown
My family and I love animals, so we are always on the lookout for Pennsylvania zoos to explore during our travels. One such spot that we were excited to check …
Visiting the Li’l-Le-Hi Trout Nursery in Allentown
When I’m traveling with my family, I’m always on the lookout for fun and easy things to do with my kids. It was this reason that led us to the …
Family Fun at the Da Vinci Science Center in Allentown
When traveling with my young kids, I’m always on the lookout for fun children’s museums and science museums for us to visit. So, on a recent visit to the Lehigh …
Learning How Money is Made with a Visit to the Philadelphia Mint
It’s likely that you use money every day. You carry it around in your pocket or purse. You use it to buy things that you need and things that you …