Travel expert Sandy Fenton created "Let's Talk Travel with AAA", a weekly one hour radio travel show, in 1993. "Let's Visit PA" airs every Saturday morning from 11am to 12pm on WHP580, and can be found online streaming through iHeartRadio. Weekly in-studio guests include air, land, sea and rail industry executives and professionals; airline and cruise ship captains; best-selling travel authors; travel medicine doctors and well-traveled celebrities. Sandy’s travel columns appear in "AAA NOW" magazines; PennLive.com and the Sunday Patriot-News.

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LET'S VISIT PA WITH SANDY FENTON - VISIT ERIE PART 2

LET'S VISIT PA WITH SANDY FENTON 9.23.23 VISIT ERIE PART 1

“MAKE YOUR LAKE ESCAPE TO ERIE, PENNSYLVANIA – A RELAXING, STRESS-FREE, FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY DRIVE-TO VACATION DESTINATION - WITH ‘VISIT ERIE’ PRESIDENT & CEO – JOHN OLIVER” Did you know : *Erie is Pennsylvania’s only Great Lakes Port City , is the fifth largest city in PA and sits on beautiful Presque Isle Bay (French for “almost an island”) , one of the world’s best-protected harbors and is surrounded by a seven-mile peninsula – Presque Isle State Park, which is famous for some of the world’s most beautiful sunsets. *Fishing (walleye & steelhead) and bird watching (325+ species) are top reasons travelers from around the U.S. (and the world) visit Erie. *Pepperoni balls, sponge candy, chocolate covered strawberries and ice wine are popular treats & drinks for locals and visitors alike. There is so much to learn and discover about Erie – and my guest, John Oliver, Visit Erie’s President & CEO is the expert when it comes to Erie, Pennsylvania. John will tell us what to see and do – where to stay – what to eat & drink…and so much more – in Erie, Pennsylvania. And…coming in April 2024 – Erie will be in the path of totality for the total solar eclipse – and the only city on the path in Pennsylvania - for almost 4-minutes. (www.ErieEclipse2024.com) VisitErie.com VisitPA.com

LET'S VISIT PA WITH SANDY FENTON - POCONOS & SKYTOP LODGE PART 2

A family favorite for every age – Skytop Lodge in the Pocono Mountains - is a AAA Four-Diamond award winner ; Historic Hotel of America member and an all-season resort. Skytop Lodge has been welcoming guests to their 5,500 pristine acre estate for almost 100-years and today offers more adventures than ever at this gorgeous location. If you’re looking for a great mountain course golfing experience – hiking & biking trails – tennis/pickleball – lawn bowling – lake/pool swimming – skiing – snow shoe/cross country skiing…and so much more…it’s here at Skytop. A fantastic drive-to getaway destination, Skytop offers the tradition of a historic, landmark full-service property – with all the modern amenities included. Skytop had been a personal Fenton family tradition for over 25-years, especially during the winter wonderland months. When my kids were little, they learned how to ice skate and ski at Skytop and then get all dressed up every night for dinner and live entertainment. It was magical and the memories will never leave us. I recently returned to Skytop Lodge – and the setting is still so beautiful. Truly the “Grande Dame” of the Pocono Mountains! Saturday, September 9th and Saturday, September 16th, “Let’s Visit PA with Sandy Fenton” will spotlight historic Skytop Lodge with Skytop’s General Manager, Jeff Rudder ; Director of Sales, Christy Ranallo and Naturalist, Rick Koval. Skytop Lodge – It’s in their Nature! VisitPA.com

LET'S VISIT PA WITH SANDY FENTON - POCONOS/SKYTOP LODGE 9.9.23

A family favorite for every age – Skytop Lodge in the Pocono Mountains - is a AAA Four-Diamond award winner ; Historic Hotel of America member and an all-season resort. Skytop Lodge has been welcoming guests to their 5,500 pristine acre estate for almost 100-years and today offers more adventures than ever at this gorgeous location. If you’re looking for a great mountain course golfing experience – hiking & biking trails – tennis/pickleball – lawn bowling – lake/pool swimming – skiing – snow shoe/cross country skiing…and so much more…it’s here at Skytop. A fantastic drive-to getaway destination, Skytop offers the tradition of a historic, landmark full-service property – with all the modern amenities included. Skytop had been a personal Fenton family tradition for over 25-years, especially during the winter wonderland months. When my kids were little, they learned how to ice skate and ski at Skytop and then get all dressed up every night for dinner and live entertainment. It was magical and the memories will never leave us. I recently returned to Skytop Lodge – and the setting is still so beautiful. Truly the “Grande Dame” of the Pocono Mountains! Saturday, September 9th and Saturday, September 16th, “Let’s Visit PA with Sandy Fenton” will spotlight historic Skytop Lodge with Skytop’s General Manager, Jeff Rudder ; Director of Sales, Christy Ranallo and Naturalist, Rick Koval. Skytop Lodge – It’s in their Nature! VisitPA.com

LET'S VISIT PA WITH SANDY FENTON - TRES BONNE ANNEE WINE & FOOD CHARITY EVENTS / HARRISBURG

Tres Bonne Annee, (French for ‘A Very Good Year’), a series of wine and food events held annually in Harrisburg, PA - was created in 2000 by Bill Kohl, the then GM of Hilton Harrisburg. Recognized as one of the largest charity wine auctions in the U.S. , Tres Bonne Annee honors world-class wineries as well as popular wine personalities. For 2023, the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation and the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Education Foundation were added as beneficiaries. Prior to that, Tres Bonne Annee donated over $6.5 million to the Whitaker Center for Science & the Arts in Harrisburg. Join me – and my Tres Bonne Annee Board of Director guests - Meron Yemane, Vice Chair ; Ryan Riley, Treasure and Samantha Fugagli, Member, as we “Celebrate Life” this Saturday morning on all “Let’s Visit PA” syndicated radio stations or search for “Let’s Visit PA w/Sandy Fenton” wherever you get your podcasts. Go to www.tresbonneannee.org for all information, including the upcoming Sat., Oct. 14 Gala Event & Grand Charity Auction details – Open to the public. VisitPA.com

LET'S VISIT PA WITH SANDY FENTON 7.29.23 HISTORIC PA TAVERNS & PUBS PART 2

“A HISTORIC PUB CRAWL THROUGH RABBLE-ROUSING TAVERNS THROUGHOUT PENNSYLVANIA” If you’re interested in drive-to getaways, off-the-beaten path accommodations, American history and a well-poured pint in a historic tavern – I’ve got the book (and show) for you! “Well-Behaved Taverns Seldom Make History” : A pub crawl through rabble-rousing taverns throughout Pennsylvania – by author, Diane McCormick, is a two-part series Sat., July 22 and Sat., July 29 on “Let’s Visit PA”. A fun and informative guidebook for Pennsylvania daytrips and overnight getaways, author Diane McCormick (PA’s Freelance Journalist of the Year, 2022 & 2023 – Keystone Media Awards) will spotlight the heroes and scoundrels of the American Revolution, Whiskey Rebellion, the boozy Fries Rebellion, the Battle of Gettysburg – and so much more. Highlighting 12 historic Pennsylvania taverns still operating today – except one, City Tavern in Philadelphia – McCormick will give listeners an overview of the hidden history for all taverns, including overnight accommodations and the beers, spirits and food served. A few of the taverns highlighted during the series include : General Warren Inn, Malvern ; Blue Bell Inn, Blue Bell ; Black Bass Hotel, Lumberville and the Jean Bonnet Tavern, Bedford. VisitPA.com

LET'S VISIT PA WITH SANDY FENTON 7.22.23 TAVERNS & PUBS PART 1

“A HISTORIC PUB CRAWL THROUGH RABBLE-ROUSING TAVERNS THROUGHOUT PENNSYLVANIA” If you’re interested in drive-to getaways, off-the-beaten path accommodations, American history and a well-poured pint in a historic tavern – I’ve got the book (and show) for you! “Well-Behaved Taverns Seldom Make History” : A pub crawl through rabble-rousing taverns throughout Pennsylvania – by author, Diane McCormick, is a two-part series Sat., July 22 and Sat., July 29 on “Let’s Visit PA”. A fun and informative guidebook for Pennsylvania daytrips and overnight getaways, author Diane McCormick (PA’s Freelance Journalist of the Year, 2022 & 2023 – Keystone Media Awards) will spotlight the heroes and scoundrels of the American Revolution, Whiskey Rebellion, the boozy Fries Rebellion, the Battle of Gettysburg – and so much more. Highlighting 12 historic Pennsylvania taverns still operating today – except one, City Tavern in Philadelphia – McCormick will give listeners an overview of the hidden history for all taverns, including overnight accommodations and the beers, spirits and food served. A few of the taverns highlighted during the series include : General Warren Inn, Malvern ; Blue Bell Inn, Blue Bell ; Black Bass Hotel, Lumberville and the Jean Bonnet Tavern, Bedford. VisitPA.com

LET'S VISIT PA WITH SANDY FENTON 7.8.23 BEDFORD SPRINGS PART 1

One of my favorite drive-to luxury destinations – the beautiful and historic Omni Bedford Springs Resort, Spa and Golf Club in Bedford, Pennsylvania – will be featured Saturday, July 8th & July 15 on “Let’s Visit PA”. A member of the National Trust Hotels of America and a AAA Four-Diamond Award winner, Bedford Springs was founded by Dr. John Anderson in 1796. This famous resort has an amazing history with U.S. Presidents (13 Presidents, including 7 sitting Presidents), and was considered President Buchanan’s Summer White House where he received the first Trans-Atlantic cable from Queen Victoria of England in 1858. Featuring world-class, award-winning golf (The Old Course at Bedford Springs) ; eight healing mineral springs ; popular Springs Eternal Spa ; relaxing indoor & outdoor pools ; spacious, comfortable and oh-so-pretty rooms & suites ; gracious service & amenities – and so much more – Bedford Springs is an upscale full-service resort getaway vacation located in South Pennsylvania’s scenic Cumberland Valley. My in-studio guests - Jillian Brown, Marketing Manager ; Stephanie Cardwell, Spa Manager and Jim Woods, PGA Pro & Director of Golf – will tell us all about the property history including new resort experiences and enhancements – and answer listener questions. The historic Bedford Springs Resort – famous for healing mineral springs, legendary golf and 200-years of gracious hospitality for the entire family. www.omnibedfordsprings.com www.VisitPa.com

LET'S VISIT PA WITH SANDY FENTON 7.1.23 HARRISBURG

We’re celebrating “Summer in the City” and spotlighting Harrisburg - Pennsylvania’s historic Capital City with the executive team from the Hilton Harrisburg. Matthew Kido, General Manager ; Tony Salomone, Director of Food & Beverage and Anthony Bianco, Executive Chef will join me Saturday morning, July 1st on “Let’s Visit PA”. We’ll feature Hilton Harrisburg’s award-winning restaurants – Ad Lib Craft Kitchen & Bar and 1700 Degrees Steak House, plus some favorite food and drink items that everyone loves. In addition, we’ll highlight fun things to see and do in Harrisburg during the summertime : Walking along the Susquehanna River ; Senators Baseball ; City Island attractions ; Whitaker Center for Science & the Arts ; State Museum of PA ; touring the State Capital building – and so much more to explore – all within a short walk from the popular Hilton Harrisburg. Another terrific drive-to getaway – Pennsylvania’s Capital City – Harrisburg! VisitPA.com

LET'S VISIT PA WITH SANDY FENTON 6.24.23 ERIE

“MAKE YOUR LAKE ESCAPE TO ERIE – A RELAXING, STRESS-FREE, EASY-BREEZY DRIVE-TO VACATION DESTINATION WITH ‘VISIT ERIE’ PRESIDENT & CEO – JOHN OLIVER” Did you know : *Erie is Pennsylvania’s only Great Lakes Port City , is the fifth largest city in PA and sits on beautiful Presque Isle Bay (French for “almost an island”) , one of the world’s best-protected harbors and is surrounded by a seven-mile peninsula – Presque Isle State Park, which is famous for some of the world’s most beautiful sunsets. *Fishing (walleye & steelhead) and bird watching (325+ species) are top reasons travelers from around the U.S. (and the world) visit Erie. *Pepperoni balls, sponge candy, chocolate covered strawberries and ice wine are popular treats & drinks for locals and visitors alike. There is so much to learn and discover about Erie – and my guest, John Oliver, Visit Erie’s President & CEO is the expert when it comes to Erie, Pennsylvania. John will tell us what to see and do – where to stay – what to eat & drink…and so much more – in Erie, Pennsylvania. VisitErie.com VisitPA.com