The Pocono Mountains, which is often referred to as “The Poconos,” got its name from the Munsee word that means “Creek between Two Hills.” Today, this beautiful, scenic region is continuing to grow into one of the most popular travel destinations of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. With wooded hills,...
Read MoreIn the last year, Bucks County drew 8 million visitors, which was a considerable increase from years past. It currently shows no signs of slowing down for this year and could be one of the biggest tourism and hospitality booms Bucks County has seen in recent years. The economic impact this has had o...
Read MoreThe story of Milton Snavely Hershey began in 1857 in Derry Township, PA, and while this great confectioner and philanthropist is probably best known for founding the Hershey Chocolate Company, his legacy extends far beyond making some of the world’s best milk chocolate. Born into the Mennonite commu...
Read MoreYou won’t find a better time of year to visit the Pocono Mountains than autumn. The region’s trees, plants, and shrubs all come to life and blanket the mountains in a sea of colors. Whether you are a long-time resident of the region, a newcomer, or planning a visit, you don’t want to miss out on t...
Read MoreAt the center of the Lehigh Valley, just 70 short miles north of Philadelphia, lies Bethlehem—a beautiful and historic city nestled into the scenic, hilly landscape of Eastern Pennsylvania. Originally settled on Christmas Eve of 1741 by a small group of Moravians, this settlement has grown into the...
Read MoreAt the confluence of the Delaware River and the Lehigh River, you’ll find a small urban suburb that takes you a step back in time—while highlighting the best in modern developments. Easton, PA may have a modest population at just 27,000 residents, but this historic city has long been a hub of cultur...
Read MoreFounded in 1752 and officially incorporated in 1815, modern-day Pottstown , PA is a small borough of Montgomery County nestled within the rolling hills of the region—with a legacy that is closely tied to the iron, steel, and manufacturing industries. From the beginning, Pottstown thrived as the dema...
Read MoreNorthampton County was founded back in 1752, and it is hard to imagine what those first settlers would have thought about the way modern life is now when you visit this beautiful and thriving region of Pennsylvania. While the local scenery and natural wonders of the area still shine through among th...
Read MoreEvery year, over 35 million people in the United States use professional movers to relocate to a new home, but did you know that around half of these moves happen in the short summer months? With kids finishing up the school year and the family calendar clearing out, the summer season is the ideal t...
Read MoreAnyone who lives in the Lehigh Valley is bound to tell you one thing about this past winter—it was too long! Finally, sunshine is beginning to return to the area and the forecasters calling for the return of spring-like weather, so now is the time to put away those heavy winter coats and get out int...
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