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Dry January 2026: Where to Find Great Mocktails in Philadelphia
While I personally don’t really participate in Dry January, I know plenty of people who do as a way to reset after the excess that is the holiday season. In general, the number of people who don’t drink at all or have significantly cut back has steadily been increasing over…
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Where to Drink Hard Cider Near Philadelphia
I’ve tried my fair share of hard ciders over the years, thanks to it being my husband’s go-to alcoholic drink of choice. Hard cider, at its most basic level, is fermented apple juice. But there are so many different varieties: still, sparkling, dry, sweet, sour – the options are endless!…
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Will Travel for Coffee: Boston, Massachusetts
In my opinion, Boston’s love of coffee isn’t all that surprising if you think about the city’s history. After the Boston Tea Party, where citizens dumped tea into the harbor to protest the British rule, they of course would have had to pivot to another hot beverage. Some say that…
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Things to Do in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston is easily one of my favorite cities to visit in the Northeast United States. As the capitol of Massachusetts, it’s a major hub for history, culture, food and sports. Boston is definitely on the smaller side compared to other large cities in the Northeast, with a population of a…
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Bars Around the World || Short Girl Favorites
One of my favorite things to do when I travel is try local bars, restaurants, and coffee shops. It truly helps you get a deeper insight into the area of the world you’re visiting. And if I’m being completely honest, a drink is just a great way to wind down…
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Things to Do in West Chester, Pennsylvania
Located about 45 minutes west of Philadelphia is a small college town and the county seat (aka capital) of Chester County, West Chester, PA. Founded in 1799, it was originally known as Turks Head! The name came from a local inn that the town sprang up around. Many of the…
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Will Travel for Coffee: Syracuse, New York
For 3 years in my mid twenties I called Syracuse, New York home. Since one of my best friends still lives in the area, I try to make it back to visit as often as I can! Like many cities and towns in the United States, Syracuse gets its name…
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Visiting Valley Forge National Historical Park
While Pennsylvania doesn’t have any federally designated National Parks, Valley Forge is one of nearly 2 dozen sites in the state managed by the National Park Service. Within the park you’ll find 3,500 acres of meadows, monuments, trails, and woodlands. Nearly 2 million people visit Valley Forge every year. The…
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Where to Stay: Hotels in Boston, Massachusetts
Whether it’s your first time visiting Boston or you’re more of a familiar face, you’re likely visiting Boston for one of three reasons: history, sports, or food. But regardless of your itinerary or budget, Boston has plenty of great hotels to choose from! Boston is one of the most historically…
