Millions of visitors flock to Lancaster County in Pennsylvania every year to visit the many Amish attractions and other type's of attractions that the area has to offer. You'll find real Amish farms, gift shops, wood & quilt shops, one-room schoolhouses, buggy rides and more! In addition to … [Read more...] about Amish Horse and Buggy in Lancaster County
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Visiting Old Farm Equipment Shows and Expos
Every year when the vintage car shows and/or farm equipment shows roll around, the family gets together for a visit. I think it's fun to expose children to what things looked like back in the good old days, so that they can see with their own eyes how far we've come. Back in the early Fall we … [Read more...] about Visiting Old Farm Equipment Shows and Expos
The Pennsylvania State Capitol Building in Harrisburg
Our weekly travel feature this week feature the Pennsylvania State Capitol Building in Harrisburg Pennsylvania. The building was dedicated on October 4th, 1906 and then President Theodore Roosevelt attended the ceremony. The building itself is registered as a National Historic Landmark. According … [Read more...] about The Pennsylvania State Capitol Building in Harrisburg
How to Travel the World and Afford to Take Your Family with You
When it comes to understanding the world, nothing beats travel. Parents who take their children to new places do them a fine favor by teaching them about life and other cultures in a way that no textbook ever could. Kids who see the world tend to grow up to be tolerant, interesting people. Focus … [Read more...] about How to Travel the World and Afford to Take Your Family with You
Assateague and Chincoteague Islands in Virginia
Back in early July we had the opportunity to visit Assateague Island and Chincoteague Island in the beautiful state of Virginia. Both of these islands are barrier islands along the north eastern coast of the state. If you ask me, they are the prettiest coastal areas in Virginia. Assateague Island … [Read more...] about Assateague and Chincoteague Islands in Virginia
Weekend Getaway to Gateway Gettysburg Wyndham Hotel
Looking for a romantic weekend getaway? What about a family vacation with the kids? If you've answered yes to either of those questions, you're going to love the Gateway Gettysburg Wyndham Hotel! It's a family-friendly hotel and they also cater to couples who are looking for some romantic time … [Read more...] about Weekend Getaway to Gateway Gettysburg Wyndham Hotel
The Old Gettysburg Train Station
A few months ago my husband and I took a trip to Gettysburg Pennsylvania, so that we could learn more about the Civil War and to check out some of the Gettysburg tourist attractions. One place that we got to visit was the old Gettysburg Train Station that is located one block from Lincoln Square … [Read more...] about The Old Gettysburg Train Station
Gettysburg Diorama and History Center
If you're planning a trip to Gettysburg Pennsylvania and interested in learning more about the Civil War and the Battle of Gettysburg, you'll want to visit the Gettysburg Diorama & History Center. The Diorama depicts the 3-day battle of Gettysburg in 3-D miniature. To go along with it, you'll … [Read more...] about Gettysburg Diorama and History Center