Quick Escapes Philadelphia [Paperback]

Marilyn Odesser-Torpey (Author)

Book Description

Series: Quick Escapes Series | Publication Date: June 1, 1999

Too much work? Too much worry? Need a change of scene? Get out of town! Quick Escapes: Philadelphia contains 24 quick and convenient minivacations to take you away from the hustle and bustle of the city. On the Jim Thorpe Escape, you'll take a trip back in time to "America's Little Switzerland," where quaint shops and Victorian B&Bs line winding sloping lanes, and where you can hike, bike, or view the majestic mountain scenery form the comfort of an old-fashioned locomotive. In the Lewes and Cape Henlopen Escape, you'll stroll along unspoiled ocean and bay beaches, view wildlife from an observation tower above the dunes, ship out on a night-fishing expedition, and dine on Maryland crab. And in the Alexandria and Mount Vernon Escape, you'll see the lantern-lit, cobblestone street of Old Town Alexandria, go on a ghost and graveyard tour, visit George Washington's beloved Mount Vernon, and enjoy barbecue at a genuine Southern roadhouse. This new title puts all the information you need at your fingertips, including detailed route maps; travel directions; destination highlights; activities for morning, afternoon, and evening; choice restaurants, picnic sites, and lodging; special events and festivals; shopping; and local sources of information.

Product Details

• Paperback: 318 pages
• Publisher: Globe Pequot; 1st edition (June 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0762704446
• ISBN-13: 978-0762704446
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,311,295 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Suggestions!!, August 11, 2000

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Jake's Mama (Cheltenham, PA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Quick Escapes Philadelphia (Paperback)

24 great and creative weekend trips from the Delaware Valley are described in detail. Yes, there's the usual down the shore, up to the Poconos, but also a number of places I've never heard of of, much less visited, and now look forward to heading for this summer or fall. This is not a detailed "travel guide" like a Mobil guide - generally only 2 or 3 places to stay are listed. A suggested itinerary is provided for each destination, and not a lot of suggestions for alternates are provided if you don't like to do whatever's suggested. But in general, a fun and very helpful book - I can certainly do my own destination research if desired. Recommended!