November 2011
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Gas Mileage
I’m working on a section about gas mileage today. Did you know that something as simple as keeping your tire treads free of twigs and other debris can increase your vehicle’s miles per gallon? I want to check my tires now.
Simple, every day maintenance can greatly improve your mileage. Time for a tune-up!
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Continuing Research
I’m starting to write my section on what is sustainable travel, and why.
I think researching is just another form of travel. It’s hyper-space travel and it is very easy to take a wrong turn or become lost entirely. If you are researching a topic that is already hard to find, your journey could become a major headache quickly.
Here are a few tips to help ease the pain:
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October 2011
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Inspiration
A new idea just popped into my head. Because I’ve had difficulty with bad weather this semester I’m dedicating a new section of my travel guide to indoor fun. In other words, “What To Do When Your Day Trip Is Cancelled.”
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Weather
Mother Nature hasn’t been kind to me this semester. Today was supposed to be my trip to the Hershey Gardens. I’ve been looking forward to this trip for over a month, but the snow had other plans for me. So instead, I’m blogging from my cozy apartment.
Next week I’m going to Lititz, PA to visit Wilbur Chocolate Factory. Wilbur Chocolate Factory is indoors, and there are...
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Nissley Winery and Chickie's Rock Trip
On Sunday my traveling buddy, Ben, and I ventured to Nissley Winery and Chickie’s Rock Park. Both the winery and the park are in Bainbridge, PA. Bainbridge is on the boarder of York and Lancaster counties, and is about 35 minutes away from Millersville University.
Nissley Winery has been making wine for over 30 years, and is opened 7 days a week, year-round.
Winery features:
Free...
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First Day Research
Today is my first day working on PA Travel Adventures!
I’m currently researching:
The Amazing Maize Maze
The Strasbourg Railroad
Nissley Winery
This weekend I am traveling to Wilbur Chocolate Factory in Lititz, PA and Nissley Winery in Bainbridge, PA. Hopefully with a few traveling buddies!
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Getting Started
PA Travel Adventures is my personal guide to sustainable travel in Lancaster County and South Central Pennsylvania.
This semester I am traveling to different destinations throughout the mid-state like:
The Amazing Maize Maze
Wilbur Chocolate Factory
Nissley Winery
Central Park
Chickies Rock Park
Hershey’s Chocolate World
Hershey Gardens
Lancaster Science Factory
Hands-On House
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