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  • Day Trips & Weekend Getaways

15 Family-Friendly Weekend Getaways From Philadelphia

One of the best things about Philadelphia is its location and proximity to many different places within a short drive. From major cities to the mountains to the beach, nothing is far from Philly. There are several places to go…

  • Lauren
  • September 28, 2026
looking out on the Pennypack Creek from the bridge at Lorimer Park in Huntingdon Valley
  • Outdoor Spaces

Exploring Lorimer Park in Huntingdon Valley, PA

With all of the incredible parks near Philadelphia, it’s hard to pick a favorite. But Lorimer Park in Huntingdon Valley is easily a top five for me. The 230-acre park features some beautiful sights, like the meandering Pennypack Creek and…

  • Lauren
  • August 3, 2026
Looking at the exterior of Independence Hall in Philadelphia
  • Historical Locations, Museums

15 Must-Visit Historic Sites in Philadelphia

Philadelphia is rich with American history, making it one of the best places to visit for families, history lovers, and anyone who has an appreciation to see where we started as a nation. After living near Philadelphia my whole life,…

  • Lauren
  • May 27, 2026
a young boy lays on a boogie board on the flowrider at Camelback
  • Day Trips & Weekend Getaways

29 Fun Things to Do in the Poconos With Kids

The Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania offer so many amazing things to do! In the winter, there is skiing and snowboarding. In the summer, you can go whitewater rafting and go-karting. And year-round, there are beautiful hiking trails, indoor waterparks, and…

  • Lauren
  • May 27, 2026
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  • Day Trips & Weekend Getaways

15 Best Things to Do in Jim Thorpe (and Nearby)

Known as the “Little Switzerland of America,” Jim Thorpe was once the second most popular tourist destination in the United States! Although it no longer holds that title, it still draws in visitors from all over the world—and it’s no…

  • Lauren
  • May 18, 2026
a stone pump house sits at the edge of a small pond in early spring
  • Outdoor Spaces

Exploring Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve: What To Expect During Your Visit

One of the best places to enjoy native plants and wildflowers near Philadelphia is the Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve in New Hope, PA. This 134-acre preserve offers visitors an abundance of peace as you walk through the trees and ferns.…

  • Lauren
  • March 26, 2026
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  • Museums, Unique Places

A Review of the American Treasure Tour Museum

If you’ve ever wondered what it was like to have a rich, mysterious uncle with a lust for collecting random American memorabilia, you can live out that fantasy at the American Treasure Tour Museum in Oak, PA. What exactly is…

  • Lauren
  • January 29, 2026
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  • Day Trips & Weekend Getaways

How to Visit Camelback’s Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark For the Day

Camelback Resort is a top family-friendly resort in the Poconos and one of the best indoor waterpark hotels in the area. However, sometimes your schedule doesn’t allow you to stay overnight. Thankfully, Camelback offers day passes to its indoor waterpark,…

  • Lauren
  • January 29, 2026
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  • Museums

A Review of the Edelman Fossil Park & Museum: An Awesome Dinosaur Museum in New Jersey

Did you know the first nearly complete dinosaur was found in New Jersey? It’s no wonder that New Jersey is home to an amazing new dinosaur museum! The Edelman Fossil Park & Museum in Sewell, New Jersey, opened in early…

  • Lauren
  • January 28, 2026
A large structure for kids to climb and slide on sprays water at Great Wolf Lodge in maryland
  • Day Trips & Weekend Getaways

Escape the Chill: 21 Winter Getaways Near Philadelphia (& Day Trips, Too!)

How will you keep the kids entertained when the holiday festivities are over and the temperatures drop? That is every parent’s question come January. Thankfully, there are many fun things to do in winter, especially in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania. There are also…

  • Lauren
  • January 12, 2026
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