Tourism
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Here’s Why Media’s One of the Coolest Suburbs in the Country
Media Borough, known locally as “Everyone’s Hometown” was chosen as one of Apartment Therapy’s Coolest Suburbs in America 2019, writes Diana Spalding for apartmenttherapy.com. Locales were chosen based on cultural activities, sense of community, and quality of life. This down-to-earth walkable town with Quaker roots and a strong commitment to the community is full of…
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Planned Theme Park in Delco Purported to Be Mid-Atlantic’s Answer to Disney World
Jeffrey Rotwitt, President of Sun Center Studios in Aston, is planning to bring a theme park to Delco that would be the Mid-Atlantic’s answer to Disney World, writes Vinny Vella for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The 2019 plan includes a sprawling hotel and theme park by Sun Studios, which helped create movies like Creed and Glass.…
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Here’s How Upper Darby Looks Through a Tourist’s Eyes
Those who live in Upper Darby may not fully appreciate all the Upper Darby attractions, but for travelers, Upper Darby is a “fantastic addition to your itinerary because it’s also a historic place, brimming with old houses and trails,” writes Rj Sotelo for Travel Lens. It’s also only 20 minutes from Philadelphia, where there’s other…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Launches Valentine’s Day-inspired Consumer Marketing Campaign
During the month of February, a traditionally slow travel period in the region, the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) is targeting partners, individuals, and families with a consumer marketing program promoting easy-to-plan romantic getaways and date ideas in Montgomery County. Splurge “There are so many fun ways to celebrate love in Valley Forge…
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Renowned Drexel Hill Accordionist Mike Martino Gives 2017 Concert
Accordionist Mike Martino of Drexel Hill showed off his renowned accordion skills at his annual public concert in October, writes Peg DeGrassa for Delaware County News Network. Martino, who refers to himself as “the ultimate showman accordionist,” performed his public concert on Saturday, Oct. 21 at Collenbrook United Church in Drexel Hill. Known for his…
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City Dwellers Try Remote Work in Rural Pennsylvania
A new initiative is attempting to capitalize on the massive shift to remote work that took place during the pandemic and help solve the issue of sustained population decline in rural Pennsylvania, writes Samantha Spengler for the Philadelphia Magazine. The Wilds Are Working program offers city dwellers in the Keystone State who are currently working…
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In 2017, Drexelbrook Announced Plans for a Holiday Inn
Drexel Hill’s legacy convention center is there to stay, and it’s welcoming a whole new segment of potential customers to stay too — in its brand new Holiday Inn & Suites coming early next year, according to a Philadelphia Business Journal report by Kenneth Hilario. Drexelbrook Associates, the owner of its namesake apartment living community…
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This New Hope Resort Has Been Listed as One of the Top 10 Valentine’s Day Spots on the East Coast
A popular lodging in Bucks County has been named one of the best places to take your special someone for an incredible romantic getaway. Lisa Wright wrote about the local spot in The Travel. The River House at Odette’s, located at 274 South River Road in New Hope, has been listed No. 5 out of…
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7 Best Fall Things To Do in Lancaster PA in 2023 | Ultimate Guide
Located in the heart of Pennsylvania, Lancaster is rich in history and even richer in activities. If you find yourself searching for fall activities, looking for fall things to do in Lancaster PA has never been easier. From our beautiful fall foliage to our fertile fields, Lancaster has something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re…
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Sea Isle City Acquires Nickname of ‘Delaware County East’
Sea Isle City, N.J., has acquired the nickname of “Delaware County East” due to the number of people here who vacation at the popular beach town, writes Donald Wittkowski for Sea Isle News. “I’ve heard that many, many people come here on vacation from Delaware County,” said Sea Isle City Mayor Leonard Desiderio. Quite a…
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A Marvel of Horticulture and Engineering, Longwood’s Garden Railway Holds Special Place in Hearts of Many
For Mark Kosteski, the Guest Engagement Lead at Longwood Gardens, and millions of other Americans, Christmas and trains go hand in hand. “When you put the two together,” he said, “it creates joy and happiness — and great memories.” This holiday season marks the 22nd anniversary of Longwood’s whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway. A fanciful blend…
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Winter Foodies Should Check Out Glen Mills for Food and Scenery
This winter food day trip promises coziness and winter comfort foods in Glen Mills, a place where you’ll feel like you’re on a Hallmark Movie set, writes Maddy Switzer-Lammie for Philadelphia Magazine. The magazine listed The Inn at Grace Winery and the Arasapha Tree Farm as two winter food day trips within 90 minutes of…
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Domestic Tourism Boost Philadelphia’s Center City Retail Scene
Retailers in Philadelphia are getting a major boost from the recovery of domestic tourism back to its pre-pandemic levels, but lagging international travel is dampening a further surge, writes Jack Rogers for Globest.com. A new report from JLL on prime urban retail corridors found that domestic tourism is currently above the pre-pandemic levels in six…
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Lancaster County’s Seasonal Offerings Extend beyond Dec. 25, Enabling a Great Cure for Post-Holiday Slump
The annual run-up to Christmas is so active (often too active) that when it’s over, a post-holiday slump can set in. With no more gifts to open, a Christmas roast devolving into leftovers, and a tree that’s shedding needles by the hour, it’s easy to think: Is that all there is? But the seasonal opportunities…
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Fairville Inn in Chadds Ford Recommended for Maryland Travelers
The Fairville Inn, located in the Brandywine Valley in Chadds Ford, was celebrated as a winter weekend destination for folks in Maryland but it’s a treat anyone can enjoy, even those local to the Philadelphia region. The Fairville is a few miles from Longwood Gardens and Winterthur, both “botanical wonderlands that are all the more…
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#3 Pirate at Jersey Shore Attraction Once Greeted Visitors at Playtown Park in Springfield
A massive fiberglass pirate at Playland’s Castaway Cove in Ocean City, N.J., once greeted visitors at Playtown Park on Baltimore Pike in Springfield, writes Tom Gralish for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The pirate is one of the many optional modifications of the Paul Bunyan figures that became popular in the 1960s. These and similar giant figures…
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Bleats and Treats: Amish Farm & House, Lancaster, Has Unique Ways to Get into the Holiday Spirit
As November wanes and December dawns, the 2022 Lancaster County holiday calendar is becoming as busy as Santa’s workshop. Two of the area’s signature holiday events — an Amish Christmas Cookie Tour and a Santa & Goats photo op — are notable for being especially special. Both are centered at the Amish Farm & House,…
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Delaware County Leadership: Eric Davies, President, Wurzak Hotel Group
Eric Davies, President of the Wurzak Hotel Group, spoke to DELCO Today about growing up in Trenton, New Jersey, his childhood love of sports, and his early entrepreneurial spirit and work ethic. He went to LaSalle University intending to pursue a career in criminal justice, but a part-time job at a hotel revealed his passion…
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