May 31, 2018 - Elisa Books Trip to Scranton, PA and Tanya Drives from Rothenburg to Berlin, Germany

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CURRENTLY IN: GARDEN CITY, NY
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Trip to Scranton, PA Booked

Howdy!!  A very gloomy and gray Thursday here on Long Island.  I don't mind - have nothing but writing and blog-related things to do, so having weather like this is quite peaceful.

As I mentioned yesterday, although my plans were to head up to the Bronx to go on a Bronx Church Tour, Alex, my friend and Bronx tour guide advised me that because many of the sites are better seen in good weather for optimum photos, we decided to postpone my visit for a better weather day. Hopefully, one day next week.

There are just so many places to see on Long Island, and this is one of them, that will be a first for me!

In travel news...
Now, I realize that one of my summer trips is not nearly as exciting as Tanya's current one all throughout Europe to places like Krakow, Prague,Salzburg or Vienna, but, let me tell you - Scranton, Pennsylvania is still somewhere that I want to visit!

The Electric City has a great deal of history, cultural sites and fun things to do and I have designated it as one of our trips for late July!

(wikipedia.org)

In fact, as per my 25 Facts About Scranton, I noted that there are more than 34 properties and districts listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Lackawanna county.

Last night I could not sleep for the life of me, so instead, I used the time wisely and put together an itinerary for our little jaunt to Scranton!!
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Here it is:

Elisa's Scraton, PA Trip Itinerary

DAY 1

- Leave Long Island
- Get breakfast on the way 
- Arrive Scranton 9:30-10am

- Anthracite Heritage Museum
We will learn about the immigrants who traveled to the U.S. to work in the coal-mining industry during the early 19th century.

- Lunch

- Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour
Located in McDade Park, the Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour gives visitors a chance to head 300 feet underground into a former coal mine. This mine used to produce anthracite coal that was shipped all over the world, but has been open for tours since 1985. Former mine workers guide visitors through the passages of the mine, explaining what life was like for miners and how they did their job.

- Check in: Hotel

- Dinner ​

DAY 2

- Breakfast 

- University of Scranton 

- Scranton Iron Furnaces
We will take an interpretive tour of these historic iron furnaces to learn about iron production and its impact on the nation. Looking forward to the exhibits on iron- and steel-making!

Steamtown National Historic Site 
Steamtown National Historic Site is one of Pennsylvania's best railroad destinations and tells the story of transportation in northeastern Pennsylvania. The museum is home to nearly 100 train cars. These cars are split between the museum, the train excursions, and the restoration workshop. I hope our visit coincides with the days that visitors are able to ride a train along the rails in Scranton!

- Lunch 

- Electric City Trolley Museum 
Looking forward to a trolley ride excursion at this museum which shows why Scranton was once called the Electric City. 

- Harry Houdini Museum   
The Harry Houdini Museum sits in a home on the outskirts of Scranton. The site is run by two prominent magicians, Dick Brooks and Dorothy Dietrich, known as the female Houdini. Each visit includes a tour of their small museum packed full of many pieces of Houdini memorabilia, including many of his personal effects.  Visitors are also treated to a private, world-class magic show!

- Dinner 

Day 3

- Breakfast 

- Nay Aug Fall
Located in Nay Aug Park, Nay Aug Falls is one of the most powerful waterfalls in the region. The waterfall is roughly 15-20 feet high, with high rock walls surrounding it on all sides.

The park features several walking paths through the gorge with viewing platforms on either side offering great views of the waterfall. Hope the girls will be in the mood to walk!!

- Drive Home

I try to balance our sightseeing with down time, since my girls complain a great deal. However, I do think the places we are going will be of great enjoyment to them!!


Well folks, I worked hard on Tanya's Scoop today lol since her internet service has been awful.  So, do check out all of the videos and photos I've posted of her day on her way and in Rothenburg, Germany!

-E
xoxo

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CURRENTLY TRAVELING: FROM ROTHENBURG, GERMANY  TO BERLIN, GERMANY

From Rothenburg to Berlin, Germany

Hey there!  Well, Tanya had one heck of a time getting online last night to post blog and pics from her day in Neuschwanstein, Altershrofen and Rothenburg.  She will catch you up, don't worry and we will link any information for you!
As for today, she is taking the Romantic Road from Rothenburg to Berlin, (Germany), making stops along the way in the small villages. She will be in Berlin by nightfall and staying there until Sunday.

Here are some photos from her day yesterday that she sent me - thank goodness for text!! - E

Marienbrücke - view of Neuschwanstein Castle (c) travelincousins.com

The video below was taken in Marienbrücke with a view of Neuschwanstein Castle - it's very windy so the audio is not very good - but you may enjoy why you can hear. - E

Marienbrücke and Bavarian Mountains (c) travelincousins.com

Marienbrücke with a view of Neuschwanstein Castle (C) travelincousins.com

Marienbrücke with a view of Neuschwanstein Castle - that's Tanya in the picture! (C) travelincousins.com

Video - on the way to Rothenburg, Germany - Tanya hanging with some cows along the way in Füssen, Germany! -E

Below - The highlight of Tanya's day!! -E

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Holtzhausen, Germany (c) travelincousins.com

Rothenburg, Germany (c) travelincousins.com

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Rothenburg, Germany (c) travelincousins.com

Video of Tanya in a quaint Christmas store in Rothenburg, Germany - E

Röder Gate - Rothenburg, Germany (c) travelincousins.com

St. George Fountain - Rothenburg, Germany (c) travelincousins.com

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Brothaus bäcker Bakery. Rothenburg Germany (c) travelincousins.com

Brothaus bäcker Bakery. Rothenburg Germany (c) travelincousins.com

Brothaus bäcker Bakery. Rothenburg Germany (c) travelincousins.com

Rothenburg, Germany (c) travelincousins.com

Rothenburg, Germany (c) travelincousins.com

FYI: TANYA HAS BEEN POSTING PAST EMAIL TIME, SO I'LL BE ADDING A LINK TO THE PREVIOUS DAY'S BLOG, EACH DAY FOR THE REST OF HER TRIP:
May 30, 2018 - Elisa's Upcoming Events/Trip Calendar and Tanya in Salzburg, Day 2