I have been to Aspen, CO so many times in my life that I know the layout of the trip like the back of my hand. Takeoff in Philadelphia, PA. Four hour flight to arrive in Denver and have a short layover. Leave Denver and take the 30 minute flight over to Aspen. Easy right?... Continue Reading →
Scarehouse: The Nation’s Most Terrifying Haunted Experience
With Halloween just around the corner, the cool weather making its way into the area, and the leaves falling from the tree, it is time for every college student to be wishing for their childhood memories of trick-or-treating and pumpkin carving. While trick-or-treating is nearly out of the question, and pumpkin carving is difficult to do... Continue Reading →
Fall Activity Highlight: Soergel’s Orchards
One of my favorite places to visit during the autumn season is Soergel’s Orchards in Wexford, Pa. This family farm really encapsulates the spirit of fall, and provides one with every fall experience they could possibly want. Soergel’s history started in 1850 when a German immigrant named John Soergel settled on the property and began... Continue Reading →
My Ideal Lake Trip
My idea of a perfect weekend getaway is running off into the mountains to unwind lakeside. Lucky for me, my parents own a lake house at Lake Wallenpaupack up in the Poconos. One of the best parts about heading up to the lake is having the excuse to disconnect for the weekend. Although I rarely have... Continue Reading →
My Firefly Music Festival Experience
Firefly Music Festival is an experience I would recommend to anyone who enjoys listening to any type of music. They provide such a wide range of types of music and bring a variety of artists from headliners to unknown, underground bands. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming and freeing and gives you the opportunity to meet... Continue Reading →
Service Trips vs Vacation- What’s the difference?
Imagine you’re lying down on your favorite beach towel. The warm sun dances across your back, white sand is beneath your toes. Fifteen feet from you is the entrance to the resort pool. You can hear the sound of children playing in the water, and adults gossip about people back home who weren’t as fortunate... Continue Reading →
Traveling: Alone or with a Group?
I have been fortunate enough to have the experience of travelling in all sorts of manners, but what I found the most striking is the difference between traveling with a group versus travelling alone or with just one other person. There are pros and cons to each, but I would encourage, if you can, experiencing... Continue Reading →