| Day 1 | |
| Morning | Indulge in your craving for crafts at Meadowbrooke Gourds in Carlisle. From whimsical birdhouses to delightful holiday decorations, you will love these wonderful works of art. Call ahead to plan a tour of the shop and see how artisans transform ordinary gourds into keepsake masterpieces. |
| Afternoon | Spend a lady-like afternoon sipping tea and nibbling scones at one of our many charming tearooms. Let time slip away as you enjoy light refreshment, relaxation and friendship. For the seriously chic, Over the Teacup will be pleased to provide instruction about proper tea etiquette. |
| Evening | Beef up your culinary skills! The chefs at the Kitchen Shoppe conduct interactive classes where you can learn techniques for cooking 5-star meals and have fun at the same time. The best part is enjoying the gourmet dinner that you helped to prepare. Or is the best part the fact that you don't have to clean the dishes? |
| Overnight | When you're ready to call it a night, head to one of our many bed and breakfasts or hotels. They offer all the comforts of home without any of the hassles. Fall asleep dreaming about what's in store for Day 2 of your girls getaway. |
| Day 2 | |
| Morning | After your restful slumber, it's time to shop until you drop! Browse around and buy mementos for yourself and gifts for others at our farmers markets, antiques stores, boutiques, malls and more. We have something for everyone, even the impossible-to-shop-for. |
| Afternoon | After a morning of retail therapy, enjoy an afternoon of body and soul rejuvenation. Treat your feet to a pedicure or get a soothing massage at one of our day spas. You'll feel refreshed and ready to return to reality. |
| Day 1 | |
| All Day | A full day of outdoor adventure awaits the young and young at heart at our three state parks. Mother Nature endowed our county with beautiful forests, waterways and mountains. From biking and canoeing to swimming and fishing, every family member will find at least one activity to enjoy. Novice hikers and veteran ridge runners alike will enjoy hiking the famous Appalachian Trail, while the couch potatoes can simply take in the scenery. |
| Evening | Now that you’ve worked up an appetite, it’s time to feed your hungry troop. Feast on your own smoked campfire grub, or, treat your family to dinner out at a restaurant. From traditional family style to ethnic cuisine, we can satisfy your taste and fill those tummies. Save room for dessert—calories don’t count when you’re on vacation! |
| Overnight | You’re sure to be exhausted at the end of this day, but don’t worry, Cumberland Valley is filled with many kinds of sleeping options. If you’re camping, just tuck the kids into sleeping bags. If you seek more civilized creature comforts, you can rest your head at one of our many family-friendly hotels. |
| Day 2 | |
| Morning |
Wake up to an exciting day in the saddle. Take a guided horseback ride around beautiful North Mountain. Your tour guide will point out interesting sights along the way, and if you keep your eyes open and speak softly, you might be rewarded with views of wildlife enjoying their habitat. Photo opp! |
| Afternoon | Explore the other outdoor wonders of Cumberland Valley. Feeding an alpaca at Bent Pine Alpaca Farm. Meander your way through a corn maze at Paulus Farm Market. If you want to give the hiking shoes a breather, or if it rains, your family can switch to an indoor activity, like making creative works of art at Color Me Mine. |
| Evening |
The fun continues after dark! Laugh yourself silly at the family fun centers. Kids of all ages will enjoy the thrill of racing go-karts around the track. Perhaps there’s a budding Tiger Woods ready to hit a hole-in-one at their mini golf course?. For movie lovers, entertainment on wheels awaits at Haar’s genuine 50’s style drive-in theater. No matter how you spend this evening together, your whole family will remember the good times for a lifetime. |
| Day 3 | |
| Morning |
Wind down your vacation with a relaxing visit to Children’s Lake in Boiling Springs. The kids will enjoy feeding the myriad of ducks and swans that inhabit this famous lake. Finish your adventure by making a splash and cooling off at Boiling Springs Pool and Waterpark before heading for home. |
Your roadtrip to Carlisle, Shippensburg, and Mechanicsburg takes you back to the Confederate Invasion of 1863.
- Day 1: Carlisle
- Day 2: Shippensburg
- Day 3: Mechanicsburg/Lemoyne
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Experience local flavor with a variety of culinary opportunities. Whip up a tasty recipe at a cooking class, dine at an authentic English pub complete with an on-site brewery or shop for delicious delicacies at local shops and farmers markets. Whatever you hunger for you'll find it in the Cumberland Valley.
| Day 1 - Carlisle | |
| Morning | Over 200 demonstration cooking classes are available to meet your group's requirements at The Kitchen Shoppe, ranging from a "Wine and Cheese Seminar" to a "Build a Burger Workshop". After the lunch and learn session allow time to shop for gourmet spices, coffee, bakeware, cookware and more. |
| Afternoon | Browse through unique shops and boutiques along Carlisle's Pomfret Street. Find everything from hand-made jewelry to unique eclectic crafts and art. After shopping, stop by Camellia's Sin Tea Parlor for an afternoon tea and scone. This tea parlor is ranked one of the top tearooms in PA. |
| Evening | End your day by taking a brewery tour at Market Cross Pub & Brewery. This authentic English pub provides a custom, 10-barrel, open-fermentation brewing system brought over from England more than 75 years ago. They offer a 15-20 minute brewery tour with sampling and have a tasty English and American menu to compliment their beverages. |
| Overnight |
When you're ready to call it a night, head to one of our many bed and breakfasts or hotels. They offer all the comforts of home without any of the hassles. Fall asleep dreaming about what's in store for Day 2 of your Culinary Experience. |
| Day 2 - Mechanicsburg / West Shore | |
| Morning | Start with breakfast and shopping at the 60,000 square foot all-in-one farmer’s market and upscale boutiques district. The West Shore Farmers Market floor offers fresh produce, seafood and ready-to-eat foods and upstairs features designer clothing, jewelry and trendy gifts. |
| Lunch | After shopping until you drop it’s off to a local favorite for lunch. Dingeldein Bakery is known for their unique cakes and pastries but they also have salads, sandwiches and soups on the menu. |
| Afternoon | If you are a Guinness fan make sure you visit the Oxford Hall Celtic Shop in New Cumberland. The Virginia Nut Shop is a great spot for an afternoon snack of delicious hand-prepared nuts. Also find out why Rachel Ray featured Brittle Bark in Mechanicsburg. Stop in and sample their delicious delicacies ranging from chocolate chunk and marshmallow to chai fusion. |
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