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Aug 7, 2018

Campgrounds in Hershey & Harrisburg

Some people think camping is “roughing it,” but not if you do it right! Staying at a campground in PA is what you make it, and our region's campgrounds have a variety of accommodations and recreational amenities perfect for your level of camping expertise. 
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Aug 5, 2018

School Your Kids With These Fun Learning Opportunities

When you're a kid, the best part about summer is NO SCHOOL! With our interactive museums, fascinating history, and creative ways of blending education and fun, parents can get their little students back in a learning mindset, even if it's just for the day. Check out this semester’s schedule!
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Aug 3, 2018

Live Like a Local at Spring Gate Vineyard

Spring Gate Vineyard is tucked away in a largely residential area in Harrisburg and offers guests a serene place to bring family and friends for a taste for Central Pennsylvania. Rebecca Kline, Wine Queen and Director Of Operations, shares the story of Spring Gate and why so many locals love the wine, beer, and farm-like atmosphere.
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Jul 1, 2018

8 Go-To Spots for Refreshing Summer Cocktails

What does summer taste like? For you, maybe it’s a frozen drink on a hot afternoon. Or it’s a fresh fruit infused mixed drink in the shade. The Hershey Harrisburg Region can quench anyone’s thirst, from award-winning margaritas and famous bloody mary’s to signature chocolate martinis and one-of-a-kind flavor infusions.
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Vineyards
Jun 8, 2018

Sweet Sipping: The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey

It all started with four friends who wanted to create a comfortable, fun spot to enjoy a nice glass of wine. From the patio and deck overlooking the vines, guests of The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey can do just that. Beautiful days are made even sweeter with a selection of wine, beer, and ciders, rockin’ live music, and spectacular scenery.
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Jun 4, 2018

Cool Off At The Boardwalk At Hersheypark

From Memorial Day to Labor Day, The Sweetest Place on Earth ® is also the  Coolest  Place on Earth. On a hot summer day, the 11-acre full water park at Hersheypark ®  is a watery oasis where you can chill out after working up a sweat rolling from coaster to coaster.
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May 31, 2018

Sweet Additions to Your Hersheypark Trip

Each year, millions of families follow the scent of chocolate to Hershey The Sweetest Place on Earth ® to visit our biggest attractions: Hersheypark ® and Hershey's Chocolate World Attraction. In and around the town of Hershey, there’s even more to explore. So delay the ride home for a few hours and stop over at one of these sweet places! Natural
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Apr 24, 2018

Night On the Town: Harrisburg’s Nightlife Scene

When you’re in need of a fun night out, Downtown Harrisburg is ready to host you and your friends with its eclectic array of bars and clubs. Alfresco sipping or bottle service, craft brews or whiskey flights, live jam bands or bass-dropping DJs. With this guide to the city’s nightlife scene, we hope you find yourself in the midst of an unexpected
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Mar 26, 2018

Find Your Out-of-the-Ordinary Ride

  Whether you’ve arrived in our region by plane, train, or automobile, there’s another set of “rides” you might like to try. All unique, each offers an experience you can only find in the Hershey Harrisburg Region!
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