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All Saints Brewing

Plan your romantic Valentine’s Day escape to the Laurel Highlands and enjoy all the usual spoils of the holiday … chocolates from O’Sheas Ligonier Sweet Shoppe, gorgeous flowers and gifts from Neubauer’s Flowers and Markethouse in Uniontown, a delightful dinner at Out of the Fire Café in Donegal, followed by a…

A beautiful sky over Uniontown

Visitors will be flocking to Fayette County as Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus plays host to student-athletes from across the nation for the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) volleyball and cross country Small College National Championships. GO Laurel Highlands has all the info you need, whether you're an out-of-town…

Ohiopyle State Park is one of the spots in the Laurel Highlands known for stunning fall foliage.

Fall is one of the best times of the year to visit the Laurel Highlands. The weather is pleasant, the views are spectacular, and the festivals are fantastic. To make it easy for you, we’ve provided all the details you need for an incredible long weekend in the Laurel Highlands, including not only where to go for the best views but also where…

Linn Run Hiking

Four Amazing Days in the Laurel Highlands

Thursday, July 20, 2023 5:00 PM by Eric Knopsnyder

The Laurel Highlands is the perfect spot for a long weekend, whether you’re looking to escape to the great outdoors, learn about historic events that helped shape our nation, enjoy our arts and cultural scene, or simply relax with a tasty beverage. We’ve got you covered. Make a splash – and unforgettable memories – at…

Lauren and Laurita Portee visit Fallingwater in Mill Run

It’s a M.A.D., M.A.D. world for Laurita and Lauren Portee, stars of a new travel show who visited the Laurel Highlands for their first episode of “Get Out of Town.” M.A.D. is Laurita’s term for mother-and-daughter time, which she revealed as the Portees headed out on a road trip to the Laurel Highlands during filming for…

The holidays are a beautiful time of year at the Levi Deal Mansion in Meyersdale.

Looking to escape to the mountains this holiday season? Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway for two, a winter escape with the kids or an extended family reunion, we’ve got an option that will provide the perfect place to rest your head at night after fun-filled winter days in the Laurel Highlands. Levi Deal Mansion Bed &…

Baker's Lawn and Gardens

Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday are all signs that holiday shopping season is upon us. Now is the best time to get out and explore the unique and intriguing shops, boutiques and general stores in the Laurel Highlands! For those who like to see their purchases support small business and local communities, check out some of the…

Fallingwater Couple

A Guide to Visiting Fallingwater

Friday, March 11, 2022 2:00 PM

The Laurel Highlands region is home to four houses that were designed by architectural genius Frank Lloyd Wright. The most well-known house, Fallingwater, is a bucket list item for many and lives up to the hype. Fallingwater is inscribed as one of 24 UNESCO World Heritage sites in the U.S. and is listed alongside attractions including the Pyramids…

National Plan for Vacation Day 2022

You Deserve It: National Plan for Vacation Day

Tuesday, January 25, 2022 8:00 AM by Allyson Null

The verdict is IN: It's time to check OUT. 77% of full-time employees agree that taking vacations is an important factor in their job satisfaction, but only one-quarter of Americans used ALL of their earned time off in 2021. Don't let this year's days go to waste. With winter comes freezing temps, snow, and cabin fever...what a…

Snowshoeing

For some, a new year is a new start. If you've made a New Year's resolution, (and you've stuck with it so far) here is your guide to easily completing it in the Laurel Highlands, regardless if it is a personal or career goal, or anything in between. If you haven't thought of one yet, consider this your inspiration. Choose one of…

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