When it comes to planning a weekend vacation in Pennsylvania, the hard part is not finding a place to go, but rather making a choice from a multitude of options. In addition to its big cities (Philadelphia, Pittsburgh), Pennsylvania features resorts in the mountains, historical towns and quaint communities with fine-dining restaurants and boutiques.
A quaint, bustling town along the Delaware River in Eastern Pennsylvania, New Hope is a popular destination for weekend vacations. Approximately an hour north of Philadelphia, New Hope features fine-dining restaurants, bars, boutiques and cafes with outside areas. It is directly across the river from Lambertville, which is known as the Antiques Capital of New Jersey. New Hope is also well known for bed and breakfast establishments, art galleries, antique shops and its summer theater. A fireworks display takes place every weekend in the summer. Vacationers can also travel to Washington Crossing State Park, which is around six miles south of New Hope. Outdoor activities such as rafting on the Delaware are also readily available.
The town of Gettysburg in the central part of the state, near the Maryland state line, is a good choice for a weekend vacation. The site of one of the biggest battles of the Civil War, the Gettysburg Military National Park requires at least two days to fully explore. The town itself is also full of attractions, including stores, restaurants, museums and guided ghosts tours in the evening. People visiting Gettysburg for the weekend might want to consider staying in the Gettysburg Hotel. This upscale hotel dates back to 1797 and has a roof-top swimming pool, a fine dining restaurant and old English pub. It also has a variety of two-day, one-night packages. One of them is a romantic getaway package with deluxe accommodations, a bottle of champagne with commemorative glasses, a dinner and a dozen roses.
The Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts is located in Eastern Pennsylvania in the Pocono Mountains. This corporation has three resorts called Cove Haven, Paradise Stream and Pocono Palace that all make for a luxurious weekend vacation. Its all-inclusive package includes two-night stays in suites with amenities such as in-room whirlpools and saunas. Each of the three resorts also features fine-dining restaurants, cocktail lounges, swimming pools, fitness centers, live nightly entertainment, and discounts on outdoor activities such as canoeing, kayaking and white water rafting. Guests who opt for the package also receive breakfast in bed and discount coupons for shopping.
Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts
P.O. Box 547
Scotrun, PA 18355
877-822-3333
covepoconoresorts.com
