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Food Trucks and Quick Bites, Philly Style
A proper Philly pretzel should be chewy—not hard or soggy. Photo © slgckgc, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
With many of its top restaurants receiving national acclaim, Philly has become a real foodie town. But when you’re in need of a quick bite, it’s hard to beat the longtime culinar
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Philadelphia: A City of Murals
Mural celebrating Dr. Herman Wrice, a community organizer and activist, painted by David McShane & Eurhi Jones. Photo © Alan Turkus, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
Philadelphia boasts more than 3,000 murals—more than any other city in the entire world. The colorful, larger-than-l
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Visiting the Infamous Eastern State Penitentiary
A cellblock in Philadelphia’s Eastern State Penitentiary. Photo © Forsaken Fotos, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
A walk through Eastern State Penitentiary (N. 22nd St. and Fairmount Ave., 215/236-3300; daily 10am-5pm, last entry 4pm; $14 adult, $12 senior, $10 student and child
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Cheesesteaks 101: Defining Greatness and How to Order
Pat’s and Geno’s, the famous dueling spots that share the intersection of 9th Street and Passyunk Avenue in South Philly. Photo © Yuri Long, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
As much as I’d love to give you a definitive answer to the question of where to get the best cheesesteak in Phill
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The Best in Indie Music: Philly's R5 Productions
Matt and Kim at The Starlight Ballroom in 2010, an R5 productions show. Photo © Ernest Haines, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
Born in 1996, R5 is a local promotion company named for the SEPTA regional rail that connects the Main Line to Center City. Founded by Ardmore native Sean Agne
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Where to Find the Best Cheesesteaks in Philly
Pat’s and Geno’s, the famous dueling spots that share the intersection of 9th Street and Passyunk Avenue in South Philly. Photo © Yuri Long, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
You’re never far from a great cheesesteak in Philly, and it’s true that they are simply not as good anywhere else
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The Historic Houses of Fairmount Park
Interior of Mount Pleasant in Fairmount Park. Photo by Jack E. Boucher. Licensed under Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
In the 18th and early 19th centuries, many wealthy Philadelphians built retreat homes along the elevated, picturesque banks of the Schuylkill River in Fairmount Park. They of
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Brandywine Valley and Bucks County Wine Trails
Walking through the vineyards at Twin Creek Winery. Photo © Chris Connelly, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
Both the Brandywine Valley and Bucks County are gaining increasing respect as East Coast producers of quality wine, and visiting just one, or several, of the area wineries is a l
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Museums in Old City Philadelphia
Fireman hats dating to the 1820s at the Fireman Museum in Old City, Philaldelphia. Photo © Céline, licensed Creative Commons Attribution Share-alike.
Explore the museums of Philadelphia’s Old City including the Philadelphia History Museum, the African American Museum, and the world’s largest
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Shopping in Philadelphia Center City: Gift and Specialty Stores
Verde does it all, from flower arrangements to sparkly jewelry to special Philly gifts and souvenirs that are tasteful, not tacky. Photo courtesy of Verde.
Looking for Philly souvenirs, or to while away the hours browsing some speciality shops? Here are author Karrie Gavin’s picks for the be
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Fun and Free: Philly on a Budget
There’s plenty to do in Philadelphia if you’re counting your pennies. Photo © Steven Vona.
You don’t have to be rich to have fun in Philly. All of the following sights and activities are free—yes, you heard right, free.
Free Philadelphia Sights
With the exception of the National Const
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Exploring NYC Area Hiking Trails with Skip Card
1. Many people don’t associate New York City with the outdoors—are there really places to hike close by?
New York is such an interesting city that many residents rarely leave. So most New Yorkers don’t know about the many preserves and state parks that exist not far beyond the city limits. Preserv
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Plan a Romantic Weekend Getaway in Niagara Falls
Experience the romantic mystique of Niagara Falls in a quick weekend getaway. Photo © Nicholas Schooley, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
Niagara Falls calls itself the Honeymoon Capital of the World. This itinerary will help you appreciate the romantic mystique of the falls in a quick week
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Family Travel in New York State
Feeding some friendly goats in Greenport, Long Island. Photo © Julie Collazo.It doesn’t get the same kind of billing as mega entertainment parks like Disney or natural wonderlands like the Grand Canyon, but New York State is the proud home to many sights, both constructed and natural, that a
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Seeing Niagara Falls on the Maid of the Mist
The Maid of the Mist boat ride affords a rare opportunity to photograph the falls and gorge from water level in the Lower Niagara River. Photo © Stefano Armaroli/123rf.
There are few experiences like the Maid of the Mist (Niagara Falls State Park, 716/284-8897, 10am-5pm Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm Sa
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Philadelphia to New York City on the Cheap
Suburban Station is one of the stops where you can catch the SEPTA. Photo © Dmitry K., licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
Locals and visitors alike regularly make the short trip to our nearby neighbor, the Big Apple. The most luxurious way to get there in a hurry is to take the Amtrak tra
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Waves of Fun in Niagara: Boating, Fishing, and Swimming
Whirlpool Jet Boats offer an unforgettable ride in the Niagara region. Photo © William Klos, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
The Niagara region is a great destination for water lovers. Here are some trip ideas to get you ready to enjoy the water, whether that’s on a leisurely cru
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Discover Hudson River Valley & the Catskills
Nostalgic for the simplicity of rural life, today’s travelers and weekend warriors crave the small-town experience with a modern flair. They are finding it, increasingly, in the Hudson River Valley.
Old-world roots, ecological diversity, and an ever-changing economy give the Hudson River Valley th
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Hudson River Valley Food and Wine
Many Hudson River Valley chefs were among the pioneers of the locavore trend. A love of fresh food prepared with a creative flair is a prerequisite for enjoying all that the Hudson River Valley has to offer.
Cooking Classes
The main campus of the nation’s premier culinary college sits on 80 acres
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Tips for Driving Hudson River Valley
Traveling by car affords the opportunity to meander along scenic back roads, across one-lane bridges, and down bumpy dirt roads; however, drivers should be aware that along with the rural scenery comes some inevitable run-ins with traffic congestion. And once you leave the highway, few roads are s
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