The Poconos
Fall foliage, winter skiing and spring outdoor recreation are all well represented in terms of things to do and places within the Poconos to visit. Enjoy historic Bed and Breakfasts and Country Inns as well as numerous up-to-date chain hotel offerings.
The Poconos has a long history of being a honeymoon destination and has several resorts that cater to young newlyweds and romantic couples - indeed, several are "couples only, all-inclusive" similar to what you would find in the Caribbean.
Easily accessible from NYC via Interstate I-80 or from New England by I-84.
Restaurants
The Stone Bar
A local favorite with great food and a relaxing and friendly environment.
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.
Barley Creek Brewing Company
Unique microbrew brewery and pub. Fine ales and a wide variety of tablefare.
Tannersville, Pennsylvania.
Places to Stay
Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts
A collection of three distinct resorts in the Poconos that are for couples only and offer all-inclusive stays.
All recreation and entertainment is included. Famous for their in-room Champagne Glass whirlpool baths and heart-shaped Jacuzzis.
Room styles vary, but most have a fireplace, whirlpool bath for two and some even have private indoor swimming pools.
Cove Haven,
Paradise Stream and
Pocono Palace - all having once flown under the Caesars flag.
Attractions
Camel Beach
Outdoor water park of oversized proportions - by winter, the site is known as Camelback Mountain Ski Resort - summer fun has wave action, slides and other water-based fun.
Buck Hill Falls Golf Club
Dating back nearly a century the first nine holes of this famous course were laid out as a testament to the inspiring terrain of the Poconos. By 1921 the entire 27 holes had been established and Buck Hill Falls remains the quintessential site for golfers visiting the Poconos. 1 Golf Drive, Buck Hill Falls, Pennsylvania.
Bushkill Falls
Walking through two miles of trails and bridges to view eight cascading water falls. Native American exhibits and ful size replica of Lenni Lanape Loghouse. US 209 and Bushkill Falls Road, Bushkill Falls, Pennsylvania.
Pocono Indian Museum
Features artifacts and exhibits relating to the Delaware Indians - the local indiginous tribe that inhabited the region.US 209, Bushkill Falls, Pennsylvania.
Local Resources
Pocono Vacations
Website devoted to all things vacation and travel related in the Poconos. Offers many user comments and reviews and links to local resources. www.PoconoVacations.com
Pocono Mountain Vacation Bureau
State designated travel promotion agency (TPA) representing local poconos business.Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.
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