Tourism
-
Perkasie is the Perfect Bucks County Town to Enjoy Fall
Perkasie is the perfect place to spend a day during the fall thanks to its many season-inspired happenings, writes Rebecca Cesa for Visit Bucks County. On October 1, the town welcomed the annual Fall Festival once again. The entire town center was full of vendors and games, and even a scarecrow on stilts made an…
-
New Hope Railroad Offers Spooktacular Fun with ‘No Hope After Dark’ Train Ride
During the spookiest month of the year, hop aboard the No Hope After Dark train ride in New Hope for a frightfully fun experience, writes Stacey Leasca for Travel + Leisure. New Hope Railroad’s haunting train ride takes riders through eastern Pennsylvania woodlands on a 100-minute journey that is guaranteed to have you jumping out…
-
Discover Lancaster CEO Named 2023 Marketer of the Year by Local Chapter of the American Marketing Association
Ed Harris, the President and CEO of Discover Lancaster, has been named 2023 Marketer of the Year by the Saint Joseph’s University Chapter of the American Marketing Association (SJU AMA). The SJU AMA Marketer of the Year Award is given to a person or persons who have excelled throughout their career in their area of…
-
Five of the Top 10 Hotels in the Mid-Atlantic are Located in Center City
About 500,000 people have made their voices heard for the 36th annual Readers’ Choice Awards survey, released by Condé Nast Traveler. Philadelphia was nicely represented in one particular list — the Top 15 Hotels in the Mid-Atlantic region — with five mentions on the list. Not only was Philadelphia well-represented in the Top 15, but…
-
These Two Bucks County Towns Are Among the Most Unique in Pennsylvania
Two Bucks County towns earned the top spots for the most unique small towns in The Keystone State, writes Luana Ferreira for The Traveler. The towns were ranked based on their potential for a weekend getaway based on tourist attractions, local cuisine, green spaces, hiking trails, retail outlets, historical sites, and cultural hubs. …
-
Visit Bucks County Reports Strong Year for County Tourism Industry with $1.2 Billion Economic Impact
Visit Bucks County shared visitation data and marketing strategies with nearly 200 tourism professionals and local organizations at its 2023 Annual Meeting held earlier this week, writes Megan Connelly for Visit Bucks County. According to Visit Bucks County’s data, Bucks County welcomed 8 million visitors in 2022, which generated $1.2 billion in economic impact. The…
-
New Hope Listed As One of the 10 Best Halloween Towns in All of Pennsylvania
There are many spooky attractions and events during Halloween in Pennsylvania, including several towns that are beautifully spooky and would make great destinations to explore during this time of the year, writes Aunindita Bhatia for The Travel. New Hope placed ninth among the top ten such towns. The Bucks County town is always filled with…
-
See Which Bucks County Railroad is Among the Most Scenic Fall Train Rides in Pennsylvania
A train ride is one of the best ways to enjoy autumn’s vibrant colors and get a spectacular view of fall foliage in Pennsylvania, writes Robin O’Neal Smith for Travel Awaits. Luckily, you do not have to go far to be able to fully take advantage of such a relaxing trip, as the New Hope…
-
Popular New Hope Hotel Resort to Host Several Halloween Festivities Next Week
River House at Odette’s in New Hope will host several Halloween events this month, offering a fun time for guests in attendance. The hotel will host two “Fireside Ghost Story” events with the team from New Hope Ghost Tours on Oct. 11 and 18 from 7:30 – 8:30 PM. On Friday the 13th, the hotel will have a…
-
Friends of Washington Crossing Park Receives $500,000 National Park Service Grant
The National Park Service recently awarded the Friends of Washington Crossing Park a $502,768 grant for the rehabilitation of the McConkey Ferry Inn. This was one of only 20 cultural resource preservation projects to be funded nationally. The grant will allow the park to continue renovations to the Inn, above and beyond last year’s $8.7…
-
These Bucks County Destinations Have Been Listed as Some of the Most Gorgeous Towns in Pennsylvania
Two popular destinations in Bucks County have been named some of the most gorgeous towns in Pennsylvania, with residents and visitors in agreement. Alicia Remmy wrote about the towns for The Travel. Doylestown was listed as the second most gorgeous town in Pennsylvania, while New Hope was listed as the tenth. Jim Thorpe, located in…
-
Experience Top Amenities at Lancaster’s Eden Resort, from Heated Pools to Gourmet Dining
For those who are looking to discover Amish country or take a stroll in downtown Lancaster, the Eden Resort & Suites is the perfect place to stay. Centrally located off Route 30, the hotel is very convenient for out-of-towners. The resort offers 300 rooms, including 160 multi-room suites and villas. Guests can enjoy a…
-
As It Rises in Popularity, Avelo Airlines Expands for Local Travelers
Less than a year after its debut at the nearby Wilmington Airport, Avelo Airlines plans to add two new routes for Montgomery County travelers and others to enjoy, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. With the addition of San Juan Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Sarasota…
-
Sellersville Making Major Changes to Become a Cultural Destination in the Area
As part of its 2019 Comprehensive Plan, Sellersville Borough has been making major changes to turn itself into a cultural destination, writes Emily Rizzo for the WHYY. In the last three years, the borough has approved almost $80 million worth of development projects. The plan was developed along with the Bucks County Planning Commission. It…
-
See Which Towns Near Bucks County Are the Best for Budget-Friendly Honeymoons
Newlyweds who are looking for a budget-friendly honeymoon spot do not need to go far from Bucks County to find exactly what they are seeking, writes Jenna Intersimone for My Central Jersey. Two local towns ranked among the 150 best cheap honeymoon destinations in America, according to HoneymoonAlways. Clinton, New Jersey made the list at…
-
Lancaster Science Factory’s Stunning Exhibit Takes Visitors Sky High
The Lancaster Science Factory makes learning fun for the whole family. This hands-on, interactive center hosts educational programs, workshops, and field trips for curious minds in grades Pre-K-8. Visitors can access over 75 interactive exhibits covering the areas of fluid dynamics, mechanics and motion, mathematics, acoustics, engineering, light and vision, and electricity and magnetism. A…
-
New Hope Luxury Hotel Tops List of Travel + Leisure’s Best Mid-Atlantic Resorts
River House at Odette’s in New Hope has landed at the top of Travel + Leisure’s 2023 rankings of the ten best Mid-Atlantic resorts, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Bucks County resort managed to beat out a Jersey Shore hotel that has camped out at the top spot since the list’s…
-
The Amish Experience Gives Tourists an Inside Glimpse Into Lives of the Pennsylvania Dutch
Lancaster County tourists can get the true VIP experience the Amish way. The Amish Experience has connected visitors with a one-of-a-kind glimpse into the lives of the Pennsylvania Dutch. The VIP, or “Visit-in-Person” tours bring small groups of up to 14 tourists to three authentic Amish properties. The tour kicks off at one of the…
Founding Partners
Advertisement
Affiliate Partners
