New 'Best of Pennsylvania' Vacation Guide Now Available

HARRISBURG, Pa., April 22, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Pennsylvania Tourism Office is offering a new "Best of Pennsylvania" guide to help travelers explore the state's most popular destinations.

Unlike a typical travel guide, "Best of Pennsylvania" features a collection of narrative descriptions from "Pursuits," the Tourism Office's seasonal lifestyle magazine. The guide's easy-to-read descriptions and charming drawings provide realistic depictions of the best places to visit in Pennsylvania.

"With this vacation guide and its 'best of' features for each tourism region, it's easier than ever to plan the perfect vacation or road trip in Pennsylvania," said acting Deputy Secretary for Tourism and Film Rose Mape. "In-state and out-of-state visitors alike can benefit from the guide's suggestions on the top museums, best shopping experiences, wildest outdoor escapes and other must-see spots."

The free guide includes detailed information on all 10 tourism regions, making it a must-have resource for Pennsylvania families looking to plan a fun-filled vacation without venturing very far from home.

The "Best of Pennsylvania" vacation guide is available online at visitpa.com/pa-vacation-guide, or by calling 1-800-VISIT PA.

The Pennsylvania Tourism Office, under the state Department of Community and Economic Development, is dedicated to inspiring travel to the State of Independence. For more information, go to visitPA.com  become a fan at facebook.com/visitPA, follow us at twitter.com/visitPA, friend us at foursquare.com/visitPA share photos at flickr.com/visitPA, or watch us on youtube.com/visitPA.

For a free subscription to "Pursuits" Magazine, go to visitPA.com/pursuits.

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SOURCE Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development