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10/03/2016

The drive up to Niagara Falls is lovely and makes a great day or overnight trip! Just adds to all the area has to offer.

07/20/2016

We're only about halfway through our list of just some of the excellent festivals always happening around Erie and the surrounding cities.

Come check them out, from the comfort of a spacious private residence.

07/20/2016

While city is of course fun, we just have to pick countryside c;

Which do you prefer? "Like" if you prefer exploring PA countrysides and comment if you're more of a city slicker.

07/14/2016

Have you checked any of these Once in a Lifetime destinations off your ? http://ow.ly/Sjx1301W7C7

Photo: Pine Creek Gorge ("PA Grand Canyon") in Tioga County Visitors Bureau

06/30/2016

As Roar on the Shore X draws closer, we still have availability.
Don't miss the bike parade, it's sure to be a great year with it being the big anniversary!

We are a very easy 25 mins from Erie

Also check out the link below for a giveaway from Roar on the Shore (we are not affiliated, just wanted to share). They are also holding a bike raffle, details on the website http://roarontheshore.com/2016-bike-raffles/

ROAR 2016 is just two weeks away! Tell us in the comments below what you are most excited for at the rally for a chance to win one Bringin’ in the Roar Bike Parade pass and two Wednesday night Rocket 101 Beer Garden passes. We'll pick one lucky winner on Tuesday, July 5!

04/14/2016

Improvements are ready at the Erie-area house! We've also added a weekly rate, so bring the whole family and come get a great on a longer stay! www.vrbo.com/777536

03/29/2016

Can we help anyone with plans? Check out our previous post of awesome upcoming events in the area!

02/27/2016

A look at some of the upcoming events in the Erie/Albion area. Need somewhere to stay for them? We can help with that.

>March 5th - 13th Annual Ice Wine Festival in Madison, OH - Food, fun (ice carving, dog sledding), and of course, fabulous wine.

>Through April 25th - Great Lakes Shipwreck Exhibit at Tom Ridge Environmental Center in Erie, PA - Historic insight into the maritime heritage of the area.

>July TBA - 28th Annual Panegryi (Greek Festival) in Erie, PA - Food is the prime draw (and draw a crowd it does) but vendors, entertainment, and tours of the Orthodox Church are also included.

>July 13th-16th - Roar on the Shore in Erie, PA - A (massive) bike rally with a great purpose! Created to raise funds for various charities, ROAR is widely attended and always reported to be great fun.

>August 28th-21st - Celebrate Erie in Erie, PA - Four day summer street festival celebrating all things Erie. Free admittance to local museums, Taste of Erie, and a massive Kids Zone (including a construction-themed play area for any fascinated with the big diggers).

>September 8th-11th - The Highland Games of Edinboro University in Edinboro, PA - Proud Scottish traditions conveniently located. Music, food, athletics, dance, and more.

>September 8th-11th - Tall Ships Erie Festival in Erie, PA - Originally held in 2013 for Erie's bicentennial celebration, this event is back by popular demand. 8 to 10 tall ships are expected, with sail-aways, tours, and of course, music food and fun.

>September 13th-17th - The Albion Area Fair in Albion, PA - Billed as "the biggest little fair around", you can have a front-row seat for this one! More competitions than you can shake a stick at, and a historic carousel (dating back to the late 1800s) to boot.

>September 25th - Girls and Dolls Gala in Erie, PA - This American Girl (and other 18") Doll themed event was a massive hit upon it's inaugural outing in 2015. With unique and often handcrafted doll supplies, a girl and doll look-a-like contest, and more.

There's more where those came from! Lots and lots more. We'd be happy to guide you to some resources for all the local events, big and small or offer up anything pertaining to a particular interest. Summer and Fall are Festival season, so be sure to book both lodging and event tickets (if required, much of this awesome entertainment is low cost to free!) early.

02/16/2016

Today we've got some awesome local tech to share that'll help you plan and/or make the most of your visit to the area!

1, HelloErie App (Android/IOS) http://www.visiteriepa.com/app/
2. GoErie App (Android/IOS) https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.whiz.erietimes&hl=en or https://itunes.apple.com/pl/app/goerie-app/id700933010?mt=8

Bonus tip: How to download an area in Google Maps for easy offline access! Now it'll even include search, so you can always find something cool to do or somewhere nice to eat even without the net.
https://googleblog.blogspot.com/2015/11/navigate-and-search-real-world-online.html

Visit the post for more.

12/06/2015

A touch of snow this morning.