Pocono Mountain Resorts – Offer Year Round Vacationing
One does not have to limit oneself to visiting any one of the Pocono Mountain resorts in the winter time. In fact as you will soon discover these resorts actually offer you the chance to visit this part of Pennsylvania at any time of year. Yes they do offer great skiing facilities but there are so many more activities that one can enjoy at the various Pocono Mountain resorts as well today.
Yes the Pocono Mountains are renowned for providing great skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing facilities in the winter. Yet there are plenty of other wonderful activities that one can enjoy in this part of Pennsylvania throughout the rest of the year including some great water and fun parks.
For the couples there are resorts such as Caesar’s and Paradise Stream which they can enjoy but for families there are plenty of others to consider. Below we look at just some of the resorts to consider if you are thinking of taking a vacation any time in the future to the Pocono Mountains.
Fernwood Resort is situated close to the town of Bushkill and you can either stay in a studio room or a suite, or if you want to consider booking one of their 1 or 2 bedroom villas instead. The price of the rooms depending on what you book cost as little as $129 per night and go up to as much as $299 per night, but this is if you intend to stay midweek. Weekend prices can be considerably more expensive.
This resort offers a wide range of activities for the whole family to enjoy from basketball and tens, to indoor and outdoor swimming pools and a fitness centre. Plus if you want to just spend time exploring the area there are plenty of nature trails around the resort you can enjoy. However, the best thing about this resort is all that the activities we have mentioned are included in the price you pay for your room.
Skytop Lodge is situated in over 5,500 acres of land and you have a choice between either staying in one of its standard rooms or booking a mini suite or cottage. Every weekend programs are planned where you can learn more about the nature surrounding the resort. Plus there are plenty of other things from swimming (in their indoor pool) to trout fishing to be enjoyed as well.
The Woodlock Pines Resort is near to the town of Hawley which is in the northern part of the Pocono Mountains. The resort covers a total of 250 acres and there are plenty of activities to keep everyone amused especially the kids during your stay. Along with water skiing, there is a miniature golf course and games arcades. Plus it is perfectly situated for your to be able to explore the countryside as well.
In this article we have provided you with brief details of just some of the wonder Pocono Mountain resorts that are perfect for a family to stay at. However, because these resorts prove to be extremely popular throughout the year it is advisable if you try and book your vacation well in before the dates you intend to visit.
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August 06 2008 09:10 am | Vacations