If you’re an animal lover, a Pennsylvania getaway is perfect for you. The first zoo in the United States calls Philadelphia home, as well as zoos in Erie, and the zoo and aquarium in Pittsburgh. Of course the animal lover who also loves the open outdoors will find nature in all her splendor at many Pennsylvania vacation destinations with an abundance of activities like camping, hiking, horseback riding, climbing, star gazing and spelunking. The extensive expanse of underground caves throughout Pennsylvania is mind-blowing to the first time cave explorer, and enticing to the experienced spelunker. Or head for higher elevation in the mountains, where at night, the sky is so clear, the constellations shine their magical shapes to light your way as the fresh air relaxes, refreshed and recharges you.

Keep the wind in your hair as you play a few rounds of golf, catch a sporting event, or cheer your favorite car at the [...]

Festivals/Events – Who doesn’t love a good party? Year-round, Erie, PA has plenty of festivals, fairs, expos, craft shows and celebrations to keep you busy. So unpack those lawn chairs, reserve your space, shake out your blankets and snag a seat. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s in store:  Roar on the Shore (July 17-19), Discover Presque Isle Days (July 25-27), Beer on the Bay (July 26), Art Museum Jazz & Blues Fest (Aug 2-3), Celebrate Erie (Aug 14-17), Wine Country Harvest Festival (Sept 26-28), ZooBoo (Oct 17-30) and Festival of Trees (Nov 26-30).

Presque Isle State Park/Lake Erie – With sandy beaches and endless outdoor recreation for every season, Presque Isle State Park, a National Natural Landmark, is one of Pennsylvania’s top vacation destinations. Visitors flock to Presque Isle for its distinctive blend of natural beauty and recreation including swimming, boating, biking, picnicking, [...]

Erie, Pennsylvania’s fourth largest city, is on beautiful Presque Isle Bay, one of the world’s best-protected harbors, surrounded by a seven-mile peninsula. As a Great Lakes City, Erie, Pennsylvania has an extensive maritime history, and boasts the state’s only seashore. Central to the Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Buffalo triangle, Erie is within 500 miles of more than half of the U.S. population and is accessible by automobile, boat, plane, train or bus.

The sandy surf beaches at Presque Isle State Park along Lake Erie help to make tourism Erie’s second largest industry, next to manufacturing. Sailing, swimming, hiking, biking, kite flying and fishing are popular on the lake. Presque Isle, a National Natural Landmark, is known for its ecological diversity with rare and endangered species of wildflowers and over 428 species of birds. Just outside Presque Isle is the Tom Ridge Environmental Center (TREC), a year-round facility [...]

Cumberland Valley Pennsylvania is conveniently located just 2 hours north of Washington D.C. and in the middle of the Gettysburg and Hershey vacation region.

The Valley offers a perfect collection of experiences to craft your next stay, whether you’re visiting for a taste of the past, a revved up car show or to enjoy the scenic natural beauty.

Experience our rich history including architectural downtowns and modern facilities honoring past heroes. Cumberland Valley is home to the premier facility for U.S. Army research and sites dating back to the Revolutionary War.

If your passion is hiking, biking, kayaking, seeking out breathtaking views or simply being outdoors, you’ll find it all and more in the Valley. We are home to the midway point of the 2,186-mile Appalachian Trail and the only museum dedicated to hiking in the country.

The town of Carlisle has grown into a [...]

Discover beautiful open country, mountains and rivers, plus history, culture and entertainment! Enjoy a show at The Music Box Dinner Theater; visit historic Eckley Miner’s Village, which tells the tale of the miner’s family and their struggles. Ride the rails at Steamtown Rail Museum. Like baseball and hot dogs? Take in a RailRider game at PNC Field. How about a little Victorian History? Tour the antique filled Frederick Stegmaier Mansion, visit the renowned Luzerne County Courthouse with its fabulous stained glass dome and finish off your day of sight-seeing with the best ice cream you’ve ever tasted at The Lands at Hillside Farms. Want to make someone disappear? Don’t miss the great show at the Houdini Tour and Museum. If a casino is your game, try your luck at the Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs. Enjoy slots, table games and harness racing.