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Fun things to do in Pennsylvania!

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Have you heard of Hershey chocolate? Hershey Kisses? Reese's Peanut Butter Cups? I live very close to where these yummy chocolate candies were made. Milton Hershey was the man behind it! Other than chocolate, he started a school, and had Hersheypark...
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Hersheypark Christmas Candylane

 
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This is one of our favorite places during the Christmas season that we like to visit! We live in Pennsylvania and this is about 15 minutes from our home in Hershey, Pennsylvania. You can start off at Hershey Chocolate Workd for a tour ride of the cho...
Hersheypark Christmas Candylane | Hersheypark

Hershey Sweet Lights

 
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Hershey Sweet Lights is a drive-through Christmas light display. You can tune into a radio station and listen to Christmas songs as you drive through it! Its a nice relaxing ride!
Hershey Sweet Lights | Hersheypark

Hershey Chocolate World

 
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If you are visiting the Hershey area in Pennsylvania, you have to make a stop at Hershey Chocolate World. Start off with a tour ride showing you exactly how chocolate is made. Then, take a walk through the merchandise area where you can find Hershey ...
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Hersheypark

Hersheypark is one of the most amazing amusement parks in the area! There are MANY roller coasters for coaster enthusiasts. They have family rides for the littles and any adult who is not into the twists and turns of coasters. They have live shows e...
 
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Hersheypark is one of PA's great amusement parks. We have had season passes for the past 3 years. The season passes are worth every penny!
HERSHEYPARK

The Chocolatier

This restaurant is located in Hershey, PA. We have eaten there many of times! Great food and great desserts! It's a cool atmosphere inside as well!
 
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The Hershey Chocolatier is a restaurant right at the entrance of Hersheypark. They take walk ins and reservations. Most of their food has some type of chocolate within their recipe, and they have some of the best desserts from milkshakes to fondue pl...
The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar + Patio | Hersheypark

Koziar's Christmas Village

Koziar's Christmas Village is located in Bernville, PA. It is a gorgeous light display that you can stroll through with friends or family.
 
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Koziar's Christmas Village is located in Bernville, PA. It is a gorgeous light display that you can stroll through with friends or family. I haven't been there in years but my family remembers it like it was yesterday! Driving in the countryside and ...
Koziar's Christmas Village

Luggage and Accessories

A few items my family uses for traveling.
 
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I was so glad I bought this before our first flight. I was so nervous about the weight of my bags. This definitely calmed me down. Now we have it for future trips.
FREETOO Portable Digital Luggage Scale 110Lb
 
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We have 3 sets of this luggage in different colors. We are happy with them! So far, they seem really durable! Been out of the country 3 times with them and they have also been on a trip to Disney! No complaints! They are clean and the zippers are sti...
SHOWKOO Red Expandable Luggage Set TSA Lock

Vehicle essentials

 
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These are good to have in a vehicle with children. My youngest is 11 and we still use this. It is nice for long car rides. They can put drinks inside, their ipads, and little toys or gadgets they use, etc.
ONE PIX Backseat Car Organizer Mats 2PCS

City Island Harrisburg, PA

City Island is an Island right in the middle of the Susquhanna River in Harrisburg, PA. I have been going there since I was a child. My parents would take me over for walks and the playground they have on sight there. City Island comes with a basebal...
 
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City Island is an Island right in the middle of the Susquhanna River in Harrisburg, PA. I have been going there since I was a child. My parents would take me over for walks and the playground they have on sight there. City Island comes with a basebal...
City Island in Harrisburg | Things to Do in Harrisburg PA

3rd In The Burg

Every 3rd Friday of the month, there is a celebration of the city's growing arts and cultural scene! Each month, dozens of venues host special events—exhibits, music, theater, comedy, lectures—throughout downtown and Midtown. Experience the art, li...
 
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I have not been here yet, but its on my list! Take a look at what 3rd In The Burg has to offer! Sounds like a good time!
about — 3RD IN THE BURG

Longwood Gardens

Longwood gardens is a beautiful place to visit in Chester County, Pennsylvania. There are so many flowers, plants, and fountains.
 
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Longwood gardens is a beautiful place to visit in Chester County, Pennsylvania. There are so many flowers, plants, and fountains. My family and I visited in the summer for one of their special light and fountains shows. We chose hip-hop night. The l...
Longwood Gardens

Playground Parks

 
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Hoffer park is a beautiful park with a playground for kids! It was actually re-done a few years ago. It offers tennis and basketball courts, playgrounds, pavilions with tables and a gorgeous view! During the early summer they hold a craft fair. In th...
Borough Parks - Borough of Middletown, PA