Pennsylvania

Everything you need to know about traveling without a car in the United States

August 3, 2018 by Karen Turner 6 Comments

As someone who is American and has never had a driver’s license, I am uniquely qualified to write about traveling in the United States without a car. A lot of people say it can’t be done–and it will be miserable, however I’ve found that it has minimally impacted my experience traveling in the United States.

This post will be about my experience living and traveling in the United States without a car and I hope that inspires you to travel in America in a more sustainable way!

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The best day trips from Philadelphia by a local

August 7, 2018 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

Philadelphia is a historic city with many things to do… With Philly’s proximity to NY, New Jersey, Maryland, and Delaware, Philadelphia is a great base to see a bit of the East Coast. Keep reading for the best day trips from Philadelphia by a local.

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Why you must attend the magical Centre County Grange Fair, one of America’s most unique fairs

June 11, 2018 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

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Summers in Central Pennsylvania are not complete without mentioning the Centre County Grange Fair, one of the biggest events in Central Pennsylvania and one of the most unique fairs in America. This is due to the fact that the Centre County Grange Fair is one of the last agricultural encampment grange fairs in the United States. In this post, I’ll be discussing the history of the Centre County Grange Fair and what to expect from visiting the Centre County Grange Fair….

Your local guide to Philadelphia: A weekend in Philadelphia

May 21, 2018 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

Planning to spend a weekend in Philadelphia? Your local guide to Philadelphia, the city of brotherly love, written by local Jacquelyn Kyle. This guide to Philly includes off the beaten path Philadelphia and local food recommendations on where to eat in Philadelphia besides cheesesteaks. Keep reading about your perfect weekend in Philly.

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Tipping in the USA: Tipping etiquette in the United States by an American

January 3, 2020 by Karen Turner 51 Comments

As someone who has worked in the service industry, I believe that tipping in the United States is important. The United States does not have universal high wages. Although your perceptions of the United States may be different, if you’re traveling in the United States, you generally need to tip. Keep reading for tipping etiquette in the United States!

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Insider’s Guide to Penn State with the best things to do in State College PA

July 11, 2018 by Karen Turner 16 Comments

My husband and I are Penn State grads who met while we were students at Penn State. (WE ARE!). This is an insider’s guide with tips for things to do in State College, best things to do at Penn State (Main Campus), where to party in State College, where to get an adult drink in State College away from the undergrads, where to stay in State College, where to eat in State College, awesome day trips from State College (things to do in Centre County).

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