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Oct 29 2009

Fall Has Arrived!!!

Category: Homewood Suites Lancaster — Steven @ 11:09 am

Fall LeavesFall has arrived in Lancaster County, Pa. and while you are here you can experience  the colors of the leaves changing along with many of our local attractions. There is something for all ages and interests. Come visit us at the Homewood Suites in Lancaster, PA. where you will not only enjoy the comforts of a private, cozy suite but also a daily complimentary breakfast by the fireplace. Included also Mon. – Thurs. evenings you will receive the  “Welcome Home” reception meal which includes beverages for all ages. An extended stay of 5 or more nights entitles you to a discounted rate. While you are in the area be sure to visit some of our local attractions. For the younger children, experience a hayride and campfire at the Flashlight Maze at Cherry Crest Farm or Happy Hauntings at Dutch Wonderland. For everyone there are Americas #1 haunted attractions such as Field of Screams and/or Jasons Woods. Also within minutes are the Sight & Sound Millenium Theater or Dutch Apple Dinner  Theater for those of you who are interested in the Arts. There are many more attractions for you to discover. Just ask our friendly staff and they will be glad to accomodate you with directions or any other information you may need.

Oct 20 2009

Ten Places to Take the Kids in Lancaster

Category: Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster — Steven @ 8:33 am

1. Strasburg Railroad: Located in the historic town of Strasburg, the Railroad is a great place for kids to explore the old Iron Horses of the past. With daily runs between Strasburg and Paradise this 30 minute ride is just right for all ages.

Price Range: $7.00 – $20.00           Age Groups: All Ages

2. Hands on House: Located Just North East of Lancaster City this is a great place to take the children for interactive shared learning experiences.

Price Range: $7.00                              Age Groups: 2-10

3. Kreider Dairy Farm Tour: Is a tour of a real working farm that supplies fresh milk, eggs and ice cream to stores. This is a great tour for all ages to see how a modern farm is run. It is a great comparison to the many Amish Farm tours in the area.

Price Range:  Must Contact              Age Groups: All Ages

4. Dutch Wonderland: An amusement park designed for the young at heart. Rides and entertainment focus around a Knight and princess theme.

Price Range: $30.95                           Age Groups 0 – 10

5. Village Greens miniatures Golf course: Two miniature golf courses set within 13 acres or lush gardens. Open seasonal from April to Mid October.

Price Range: $6.50 – $8.00            Age Groups: All Ages

6. Lancaster Science Factory:  The Lancaster Science Factory is a technology and science center, offering dozens of exciting exhibits relating to the physical sciences, engineering, technology and mathematics!

Price Range $5.00 – $7.00            Age Groups: All Ages

7. Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire:Wonder through the faire grounds as history comes alive all around you. From the Jousting, and other medieval sports, to historical artisans showing the traditional arts of glass blowing and blacksmith. Add to that Food, and Music and you may never want to leave this fantasy world.

Price Range: $9.95 (child admission) $24.95 (adult admission) Age Group: All Ages

8. Long’s Park: Is an 80 acre public park located North West of Downtown Lancaster. With Large Picnic areas, and several playgrounds this is a great place to come let the kids run off all that extra energy.

Price Range: FREE                               Age Group: All Ages

9. The Amish Farm and House: Learn what it’s like to live and work on an Amish farm. Offers countryside tours through Amish farmlands.

Price Range: $7.95 – $24.95          Age Group: All Ages

10. SturgisPretzel Factory: Founded in 1861 the pretzel factory is the oldest commercial pretzel factory. With guided tours of the facility and fresh pretzels made daily this is one yummy tour not to be missed.

Price Range $2.00 – $3.00            Age Group: All Ages.

Oct 20 2009

October Days of Terror!

Category: Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster — Steven @ 8:26 am

The long shadows stretch through the now empty corn fields, like finger tips from the coming hand of night searching through Lancaster country for those daring enough venture out. The longer nights mean haunted hayrides, ghost tours, and all those scary and fun things that go bump in the night. No matter the level of terror you are in search of Lancaster, and the surrounding areas, have just the right amount or scare to make you scream and jump. Here are a listing of places you can visit to get the best BOO for you buck!

1. Jason’s Woods

2. Fields of Screams

3. Strasburg Ghost Tours

4. Gettysburg Ghost Tours

5. Lancaster Ghost Tours

6. Hersheypark in the Dark

7. Happy Haunting at Dutch Wonderland

8. Halloween Dayz and Spooky Knights at the Pennsylvania Renassiance Faire

9.  Poe Evermore

10. The Haunted Mill

There are many places to visit while in Lancaster during the Month of October and many places you could stay give us a call today to hear about all of our great rates and packages.

Oct 20 2009

Putt for Education

Category: Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster — Steven @ 8:21 am

Each year the managers from the Hilton Garden inn Lancaster Participate in the Putt for Education. The event takes place at the Village Green Mini Golf Course each October and benefits Junior Achievement. Last year the teams were split the men vs. the women. It is still a office debate as to which of the management teams came out the winner.  We split the teams again between the ladies and men this year.

The morning rain didn’t stop any one from having a good time. Here are some of the pictures of the events:

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No matter which one of our teams came out on top it is Junior Achievement that wins!

Sep 06 2009

Welcome to the Fairfield Inn Blog!

Category: Fairfield Inn & Suites Lancaster — Steven @ 6:44 pm

Our summer packages are ready and we are able to offer you the best vacation packages possible for your Summer trip to Pennsylvania Dutch & Amish Country. HERSHEYPARK, DUTCH WONDERLAND, PENNSYLVANIA RENAISSANCE FAIRE, LANDIS VALLEY MUSEUM, the STRASBURG RAILROAD, the EMERALD SPRINGS SPA and the LANCASTER BARNSTORMERS will be some of our partners creating a most enjoyable and value added experience for you and your family. Also, Shop til you drop at one of our many outlets and antique shops or hand-craft stores such as KITCHEN KETTLE for gifts that represent our area craftsmen. Lancaster City artist community is making an impact on visitors with their, FIRST FRIDAY, event each month. For more information about area attractions & events use one of our links or visit padutchountry.com. To browse all of our vacation packages while checking availability, enter PKG in the promotion code field. Enjoy your vacation!

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