Forty and Fifty-somethings had their honeymoons in the Pocono Mountains. Now they’re returning to experience the reinvention of this classic lover’s paradise.
Many baby boomers’ memories of their honeymoon bring them back to the Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania. The test of time has redefined and matured many of these people, just as it has for the region once known as the "honeymoon capital of the world." Now that the kids have grown-up, the Pocono Mountains invites the time-ago honeymooners to return and experience what’s in store for them here in the present day and age.
It was in 1964 when Life Magazine proclaimed the Pocono Mountains the "honeymoon capital of the world" and ushered in the era of heart-shaped bathtubs and the droves of young couples surging into the region to celebrate their vows. Since then, the destination has evolved, and visitors are now enjoying culture, art, and scenic beauty while staying in luxurious suites in quaint country inns, bed and breakfasts, or resort properties.
Couples can snuggle up by a private fireplace in one of the luxurious suites available at a number of country inns, bed and breakfasts, or resort properties. Now that they can afford more upscale amenities, they may enjoy suites with private balconies, on-premises spa services and couples massages, champagne and roses awaiting their arrival, gourmet meals served with first-class service, and views of the Pocono Mountains that are second to none. The region is home to several upscale inns that are privately owned by caring innkeepers, some properties are on the historic register, and all have an ongoing air of romance and attention to detail and service.
Fun-loving couples may want to return to one of the area’s four couples-only resorts to relive that memorable experience. When they step foot into one of the lustrous suites with heart-shaped tubs, saunas, private swimming pool, etc., memories from their honeymoon may come roaring back. Some suites offer an amazing seven-foot-tall champagne glass whirlpool bath, which surely is a sight to see! Activities such as nightly entertainment, golf, snowmobiling, and more are often included in vacation packages from these couples-only resorts.
Eclectic to traditional, the four-county Pocono Mountains region is full of art galleries featuring works from local and regional artists. Visitors are more than likely to pick up an original work depicting something that they have seen on their visit. Jewelry and other local, handmade items are also delightful mementos that visitors like to take home as gifts for friends and relatives...or themselves.
Walking the streets of the four historic county seat, downtown areas - Honesdale, Jim Thorpe, Milford, and Stroudsburg - visitors are sure to be intrigued by the Victorian architecture and old-world charm dotted with contemporary boutiques and restaurants, where just window shopping can be an impossibility.
Adventurous spirits will enjoy the region’s winter splendor on the ski slopes, exploring the snowy forest on snowshoes, or cuddled up on a horse-drawn sleigh ride.
Comprehensive Pocono Mountains visitor information is available online at www.800poconos.com or by phone at 800-POCONOS (762-6667). The Pocono Mountains Vacation Bureau, Inc. is the official destination marketing organization for the four counties of Carbon, Monroe, Pike, and Wayne in northeastern Pennsylvania.
