Before that last gasp of summer slips away, try to take some time to relax and de-stress at these Pittsburgh area vacation destinations. Soon enough, school season will start and either your routine will resume or chaos will reign! While you might not have the time, money, or energy, to go on a huge international trip, the Pittsburgh region has a lot of fun vacation opportunities within only a few hours of the city.
4 Last-Minute Pittsburgh Area Vacations
Have a Weekend Away at Omni Bedford Springs
The charming town of Bedford, PA is only two hours from Pittsburgh. At Omni Bedford Springs you can relax and take advantage of the quaint local character as well as the resort’s golf and spa offerings. You can also get up to 20% off when you book for more than three days in a row, a great excuse to spend a long weekend there.
Head to the Beach in Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio
Geneva-on-the-Lake provides a beachfront vacation without a long journey. Geneva-on-the-Lake was Ohio’s first summer resort town and offers a wide variety of fun activities for kids and adults alike including amusement park rides and tours of Ohio’s wine country. Those two things preferably should not be enjoyed together.
Immerse in Nature at Ohiopyle
Ohiopyle, only a few hours outside of Pittsburgh, makes for a wonderful day hike with your family, or for an overnight stay. Nearby vacation rentals and hotels make it so whether you’re looking for a rustic cabin experience or a resort, you’ll be able to find something. Take advantage of outdoor activities like white water rafting or bird-watching.
Treat Yourself to a Spa Day at Berkeley Springs
Called “America’s First Spa,” Berkeley Springs is a beautiful vacation spot in the Pittsburgh area—only a few hours away in West Virginia—to decompress before the schoolyear starts. Facials, massages, and natural soaks in the mineral spring are just some of what this vacation spot has to offer. You could make a road trip out of stopping at Fallingwater or Ohiopyle and ending up at Berkeley Springs.
Story by Emma Riva
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