Laura Randall - Explorers Guide Eastern Pennsylvania: Includes Philadelphia, Gettysburg, Amish Country & the Poconos () (Explorers Complete)

Welcome to the second edition of Eastern Pennsylvania: An Explorers Guide, the definitive guide to Philadelphia and the large and diverse regions that surround it. Its the ideal companion for exploring the Brandywine Valley, Bucks County, Amish Country, Gettysburg, and the Pocono Mountains. Here youll find thorough coverage of big cities and small towns, plus everything in between, with detailed listings on the best sightseeing, outdoor activities, restaurants, shopping, and B&Bs. Like all other Explorers Guides, this book is an old-fashioned, classic travelers guide, where an experienced and knowledgeable expert helps you find your way around a new area or explore some fascinating corners of a familiar one.

In the beginning of this book, youll find an alphabetical listing of special highlights and important information that you may want to reference quickly. Youll find advice on everything from navigating the complicated state liquor laws to ordering cheesesteaks.

Weve selected lodging places for inclusion in this book based on merit alone; we do not charge innkeepers for their inclusion. Prices: Please dont hold us or the respective innkeepers responsible for rates listed as of press time in late 2011. Changes are inevitable. At the time of this writing, the state room tax was 6 percent (plus an additional 1 percent in Philadelphia) and city and county room tax was 6 percent.

In most chapters, please note the distinction between Eating Out and Dining Out. By their nature, restaurants included in the Eating Out group are generally inexpensive. A range of prices is included for each entry.

Child-friendly. The crayon denotes a family-friendly place or event that welcomes young children. Most B&Bs prohibit children under 12.

Handicapped access. The wheelchair icon denotes a place with full ADAAmericans with Disabilities Actstandard access, still distressingly rare in these remote areas.

Rainy day. The umbrella icon points out places where you can entertain yourself but still stay dry in bad weather.

Pets. The dogs paw icon identifies lodgings that allow petsstill the exception to the rule. Accommodations that accept pets may still charge an extra fee or restrict pets to certain areas, as well as require advance notice.

Special value. The blue-ribbon symbol appears next to selected lodging and restaurants that combine quality and moderate prices.

Good bars. The martini glass icon appears next to restaurants and entertainment venues that have them.

Weddings. Listings with the ring symbol have the skill and capacity to host wedding ceremonies and receptions.

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