Kids Snowmobile Know a nice getaway spot near southeastern Pennsylvania for couples?
We want to get away for a long weekend. We live in southeast PA and we don't want to travel more than 3 hours. We'd like something that is nice for couples (i.e. not a bunch of kids running around, nice higher class atmosphere, nice restaurants), but we'd also like something that has fun things to do - i.e. skiing, snowmobiling, or other fun activities.
Any ideas?
Thanks.
We're asking for a specific resort or hotel, not a general area, like 'poconos'.
Thanks.
In my opinion, you should visit the All-Inclusive Ceasar's Pocono Resorts near Mount Pocono PA. It is definitly within 3 hours of Philly, actually closer, and how lucky you are! I live on the other side of the state and had to travel nearly 8 hours to go there. Anyhow, the place is wonderful. There is lots of skiing, snowmobiling, ice skating and beautiful snowy scenery to hike and horseback ride through. Not to mention, that the all inclusive packages take care of all activities, all food and beverages and all entertainment. There are nightly shows. Also, there are rooms in every price range imaginable. You can stay in their stunning Champagne Towers, where you have a champagne glass shaped jacuzzi tub for two, or you can do something more simple to save money. There are many options and price ranges to choose from. You would not regret a weekend getaway there, even if not this time, sometime in the future. Taken from their site: "Caesars Pocono Resorts, in the magnificent Pocono Mountains of northeast Pennsylvania, are the World's Most Romantic Resorts offering you all-inclusive honeymoons and romantic getaway packages. The world's premier couples-only resort provides uniquely luxurious honeymoon and romantic vacation suites in the Poconos, featuring the world exclusive 7-ft. Tall Champagne Glass Whirlpool Bath-for-Two, world famous heart-shaped whirlpool bath-for-two, in-suite pools & saunas, cozy log burning fireplaces, round king-size beds, live nightly entertainment, and indoor and outdoor activities."
Philadelphia Area - Take I-476 north (approx 99 miles) to Exit 115-Wyoming Valley. Take I-81 north (approx 11 miles) to I-380 south to I-84 east. Take I-84 East (approx 8 miles). Get off Exit 8 (Mt. Cobb). At the stop sign, make a left. At the traffic light, make a right onto Route 348 East. Take Rt. 348 (approx 4 miles) to Rt. 590. Take Rt. 590 east (approx 8 miles) to Cove Haven on the right.
What Every Parent Should Know About Keeping Their Kids Safe in the Winter
Winter is probably one of the most exciting times of year for kids: snow days, ice-skating, sledding, and snowmobiles! Winter also brings the need to take extra steps to keep your family safe in the cold. Here are some tips to stay safe—and have fun!—in the cold.
•Scope out the sledding hill. If your kids want to go sledding, make sure they take a good look at the hill first—are there any trees they are going to run into? Is the hill too steep? Also, make sure there are no rocks and that the hill isn’t near a busy road.
•Healthy on the home front. It seems like winter brings along with it lots more cases of the cold and the flu. Although it’s not entirely preventable, make sure your family is washing their hands, especially after coughing, sneezing, and blowing a runny nose. You can also help boost your child’s immune system with plenty of sleep and lots of healthy foods.
•SPF on a snow day? You betcha—snow reflects nearly 85% of ultraviolet rays, which means your kids still need sunblock in the winter.
•Do a chill-check. There are so many fun activities for kids to do in the snow, that they often stay outside for long periods of time without realizing it. Check on your kids regularly to make sure that there gloves are dry and warm, they are still bundled up in waterproof pants and coats, and that there noses aren’t too red.
•Help! Even if you follow these tips, sometimes accidents happen. Prepare yourself by reading up some warning signs of frostnip and frostbite:
oFrostnip is an early stage of frostbite. If your child complains of feeling numb and has white skin, this could be frostnip. Bring your child inside, remove all wet clothing, and put your child in a warm (but not hot!) bath of about 104 degrees Fahrenheit until they feel sensation again.
oFrostbite is more serious than frostnip and usually occurs on fingers, toes, noses, and cheeks. The area becomes very cold and turns white or yellowish gray. If you think your child might have frostbite, you should take him or her to the nearest emergency room
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