Pennsylvania Pretzels

Usually when you think of Pennsylvania, you think of chocolate but this state is also known for something else – pretzels. If you are planning a trip to Pennsylvania and want something unusual and fun for the entire family to enjoy, I highly recommend you add a trip to the Sturgis Pretzel House to your agenda. Located in Lititz, this was actually the first pretzel bakery in the United States. Housed in a stone building, the Pretzel House was the creation of a bread maker and traveling laborer by the name of Julius Sturgis, thus the name. Using a pretzel … Continue reading

New Hope Pennsylvannia B&B

Although New Hope, Pennsylvania is spectacular in the fall with ever-changing colors of leaves, this is a charming town anytime of the year. Many people go to New England to get away from the craziness of everyday life and while there are many, different types of accommodations to consider, I wanted to recommend a place I visited years ago – Cordials Bed and Breakfast. What makes this particular place so wonderful is the central location that still provides the hospitality and charm expected. For instance, during the day you could easily walk the short distance to the center of town, … Continue reading

A Free Ride Through A Sweet Treat

Recently, I posted a blog about fun factory tours you could take as a family without having to pay a dime. I received wonderful comments, including one that suggested Hershey’s Chocolate World, in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Today I will take that reader up on her suggestion… and the timing is perfect because just a few days ago, the Great American Chocolate Tour Ride at Hershey’s Chocolate World just re-opened after undergoing a $5 million update. The ride, which debuted in 1973, was updated to ensure the scenes reflected the latest chocolate-making technology. The ride is meant to simulate the experience of … Continue reading