| The first tourists who occupied riverside houses as | | | | There are over 30 state and national parks to visit |
| far back as the 1800s experienced this ultimate | | | | and golf can be enjoyed at one of the 60-plus |
| relaxation. Situated in Pennsylvania, getting there is | | | | locations. Take a walk down memory lane by visiting |
| quite easy since it's accessible from major cities like | | | | historical museums and parks and even preserve a |
| New York, New Jersey, Boston and Philadelphia. | | | | picture of some of the Poconos' historical railroads |
| From hopeless romantics, to retirees, family and | | | | for posterity. The Poconos are the home of quaint |
| friends, those who visit the Poconos will agree that it | | | | galleries, NASCAR racing, outlet shopping and hitting |
| is habit forming. The woodlands and mountains which | | | | the slopes for some intense skiing action. |
| frame picturesque lakes, rivers and enticing waterfalls | | | | Skiing is no doubt synonymous with the Poconos. In |
| as you drive by, seem to serve as the perfect | | | | 1946, Big Boulder became the first commercial ski |
| welcome mat for all the fun which lies ahead. | | | | area opened in Pennsylvania. Ten years later, the |
| Lovers of the sea won't get enough of canoeing, | | | | process of man-made snow was patented, |
| kayaking, jet skiing, fishing and rafting, Poconos-style. | | | | perfected and the Pocono Mountains were |
| And if you feel at one with nature, you can hike on | | | | introduced as a ski destination in the Big Boulder Ski |
| one of the challenging trails or experience dirt/ | | | | area. |
| mountain biking. | | | | |