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IllaDates: G-ho and the River
Local couple Mark and Audrey take visitors along as they inexpensively date their way through unconventional Philadelphia. In this episode of the uwishunu.com Web series, they explore the Graduate Hospital (G-ho) area and the river. They sip on beers at Grace Tavern, stroll along the Schuylkill River Trail and recharge...
Philadelphia's Fairmount Park
Fairmount Park, the nation's largest urban park with more than 4,400 acres of public space, is the city's playground, home to the country's oldest zoo, historic homes, a 14,000-seat Mann Center for the Performing Arts venue and hundreds of bike paths and walking trails....
Philadelphia Rowing
Picturesque and historic houses face Kelly Drive and light up the waters of the Schuylkill River at night. What many don't know though is that Boathouse Row, home to Philadelphia's rowing community, is a leading epicenter of the nation's championship aspirations for the sport....
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Philadelphia And The Countryside® Calendar Of Events
Festivals, Exhibitions And Events In The Greater Philadelphia Region November 2009 Through October 2010
The Calendar of Events is organized as follows:
November 2009
December 2009
January 2010
February 2010
March 2010
April 2010
May 2010
June 2010
July 2010
August 2010
September 2010
October 2010
Ongoing Activities
Through November 1, 2009
HAUNTED POE. This theatrical work unites literature, history and theater
Artist Barkley L. Hendricks And Friends Show Off Philly's Cool Side
Hendricks And His Pals Pick Their Top Spots Around The City
The following itinerary is available on gophila.com/barkleyhendricks.
LOCATION: Historic Philadelphia, Center City and North Philadelphia
TRANSPORTATION: On foot, by taxi or car
DURATION: Two nights and two days
Note: Locations picked by Barkley and friends are indicated as such. Other places are suggestions of the tourism office.
Philly’s flavors,
...Backgrounder: Pet-friendly Philadelphia
Pet lovers are crazy about their animal companions and spend more than $40 billion a year in the U.S. on pet services and accoutrements to prove it. For those who love to spoil their pet but hate to leave him behind while traveling, the Philadelphia region proves to be the
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Dear Desperately Seeking An Adrenaline Rush, Adventures Await In Philadelphia And The Countryside®
Whether By Air, Land Or River, Outdoor Adventures Rev Up Visitors To Philly
In Philadelphia and The Countryside® visitors motivated by adrenaline can attempt just about any type of active and sometimes challenging outdoor activity. Thanks to the area’s excitingly varied terrain and legendary tradition of athleticism, no matter the season, there’s a zip line, ski slope, rock wall, mountain-bike trail or white-water
...Plenty To Do In Philly Before And After The Galileo Exhibition
After Star-gazing With Galileo, Museum-goers Can Find More Fun In Philly
After exploring the Galileo, the Medici and the Age of Astronomy exhibition, appearing only in Philadelphia, only in 2009 (April 4 through September 7, 2009 at The Franklin Institute Science Museum), visitors are encouraged to spend a night or two and enjoy other exhibitions and events in the region.
...Fact Sheet: Photo Spots
Philadelphia’s Best Vantage Points
Wide-angle Panoramas With Skyline In Background:
- South Street Bridge: Skyline view from west, over the Schuylkill River. As of April 2008, parts of the bridge are under construction and access could be tricky.
- Penn Tower Hotel (roof, 22 stories high): Close to Schuylkill River, skyline view from west. 33
Fun And Games: Turn A Summer Trip To Philly Into A Playful Adventure
Feel Like A Kid (Or Bring One Along) On Scavenger Hunts, Clue-Finding Expeditions And Role-Playing Activities
Thanks in part to the popularity of TV shows like The Amazing Race and movies like National Treasure (filmed partially in Philadelphia) that send people around the world on the search for clues, prizes and hidden treasures, Philadelphia attractions are mapping out creative ways to help visitors get to know
...Philadelphia And The Countryside® Calendar Of Outdoor Events
Outdoor Happenings 2009
MAY 2009
May 3, 2009
BLUE CROSS 30TH ANNUAL BROAD STREET RUN. The largest and one of the fastest 10-milers in the nation goes from North Philadelphia down the length of Broad Street to The Navy Yard to raise money for the American Cancer Society. (215) 683-3594, broadstreetrun.com
May 8-9,
...Philly Tourism Office Staff Picks
The Ultimate Insiders Dish On Their Philly Favs
DONNA SCHORR, a young-at-heart Baby Boomer
Director of Communications
Yes, I take a train ride to the city every day, and at this age, I’m no expert on late night clubbing. But I’ve lived in or near Philly for decades (never mind how many), and I can tell you a
...Backgrounder: Wineries
A Robust Selection Of Wineries Entice Visitors To Philadelphia’s Countryside
Southeastern Pennsylvania is continuing to emerge as a major force in the nation’s wine industry. As wineries usher in major changes that promise to significantly enhance their visitors’ experience, Pennsylvania wines as a whole are continuing to make steady gains in quality, quantity and recognition. Over the past eight
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