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5 Convincing Reasons Pennsylvania Might Be the Best Place To Live for Retirees

From tax breaks to affordable living and strong healthcare access, here’s why Pennsylvania is becoming a top choice for retirees.

by Jasmine Vieau
on Feb 18
A diverse group of senior women laughs together outdoors in a sunlit Pennsylvania park setting.
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5 Exciting Places in Pennsylvania Everyone Will Be Talking About in 2026

by Jasmine Vieau
on Dec 20
A sunlit, tree-lined street in Wellsboro, PA, featuring the vintage Arcadia Theatre and a classic neon Penn-Wells Hotel sign.
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People Live Their Whole Lives in Pennsylvania and Somehow Miss These 7 Places

by Jacki Mick
on Dec 19
Close-up of green and brown glass bottles in front of a detailed tile mosaic wall.
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The One Thing to Do in Pennsylvania Before the End of the Year

by Melanie Johnson
on Dec 5
A happy African American family strolling through a holiday village at Dutch Winter Wonderland in Pennsylvania.
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5 Pennsylvania Tourist Spots I Tried to Hate (But Ended Up Loving)

by Raymond Goldfield
on Oct 23
The facade of the Franklin Institute, a massive stone museum with exterior columns, at dusk.

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5 Places in Pennsylvania I Wouldn’t Take My Worst Enemy

Want to avoid tourist traps in Pennsylvania? Check out my picks for low-key attractions that won't break your bank account.

by Melanie Johnson
on Sep 12
Tourist on a self-guided tour inside Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia.
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Nature
National & State Parks

Love Valley Forge National Historical Park? Try This Similar Spot in Pennsylvania

Caledonia State Park is a fantastic alternative to Valley Forge, with rich history, outdoor activities, and fewer crowds.

by Jasmine Vieau
on Mar 30
A mountain view on a hiking trail at Caledonia State Park in Pennsylvania.
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7 History-Making Women From Pennsylvania You Should Know About

Explore the inspiring stories of seven Pennsylvania women who shaped history with their groundbreaking achievements in journalism, science, civil rights, and the arts.

by Jasmine Vieau
on Feb 19
Mary Cassatt painting of a mother holding her young child.
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History

Explore the Chilling History of the Cathedral of Learning in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Have you ever visited the Cathedral of Learning at the University of Pittsburgh? Not only is this building magnificent but it is also rumored to be haunted.

by Kim Falchek
on Dec 10
A black-and-white shot of the interior of the Cathedral of Learning building at the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.There are several small tables with chairs around them. A student with headphones is sitting at one of the tables, looking at a laptop computer.
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The up-and-Coming City in Pennsylvania That’s Perfectly Sized

There are so many fun things to do in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, our pick for the best up-and-coming city in PA.

by Raymond Goldfield
on Oct 10
Historic hotel building with modern tower, featuring large windows and a canopy entrance, set in an urban environment.