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11 12, 2023

What to Expect at the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg
What to Expect at the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg

What to Expect at the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg

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The Great American Outdoor Show is right around the corner in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. This event is the largest outdoor show in the world that celebrates fishing, hunting, camping, and other outdoor traditions. From hundreds of exhibits to educational seminars, this event has something everyone can enjoy. Stay with us at The Central Hotel & Conference Center, and you will be a short drive away from the outdoor show. General Information About the Great American Outdoor Show The Great American Outdoor Show is the largest outdoor show in the world, occurring every February at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex. Over 1,000 [...]

3 05, 2022

Where to Find the Best Breakfast in Harrisburg, PA
Where to Find the Best Breakfast in Harrisburg, PA

Where to Find the Best Breakfast in Harrisburg, PA

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Before heading out for a day of fun at Hersheypark, make sure you start the morning with a hearty breakfast in Harrisburg, PA. Whether you are craving a stack of syrup-drenched pancakes or a veggie-filled breakfast burrito, there is something for everyone’s taste buds! The Central Hotel Harrisburg offers lodging in the heart of Harrisburg, equipped with an on-site restaurant serving delicious breakfast items. Start your day at O’Reilly’s Tap Room and choose from our menu of comfort foods and Irish specialties. Read on to discover our morning menu and some of our other favorite restaurants for breakfast in Harrisburg. [...]

10 06, 2021

A Guide to Hershey’s Top 5 Attractions
A Guide to Hershey’s Top 5 Attractions

A Guide to Hershey’s Top 5 Attractions

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Hersheypark is a theme park located in the model town of Hershey in Pennsylvania. This theme park was founded in 1905 by Milton S. Hershey, as a leisure park for the employees of Hershey’s Chocolate Company. Now, Hersheypark is one of the best family theme parks in the country with many rides and attractions, like roller coasters, water slides, and more! Thus, today, we are going to explore some of the best Hersheypark attractions. 1. Hersheypark Rides Hersheypark is, of course, known first and foremost for its thrilling yet family-friendly rides. From roller coasters to waterpark rides, Hersheypark has it [...]

15 03, 2021

Treat Yourself at a Bakery in Harrisburg, PA
Treat Yourself at a Bakery in Harrisburg, PA

Treat Yourself at a Bakery in Harrisburg, PA

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The process of baking is a delicate one. It is considered more chemistry than anything else; with so many factors going into each item you prepare, you have to be sure of what you’re doing. Fortunately, with the number of bakeries in Harrisburg, PA, you won’t have to stress over your next batch! The assortment of bakeries close by us here at The Central Hotel & Conference Center means you won’t have to go far to find some truly exceptional baked goods. Here are a few of our favorite bakeries near our Harrisburg hotel. Alvaro Bread & Pastry Shoppe As [...]

15 02, 2021

A Comprehensive Harrisburg Escape Room Guide
A Comprehensive Harrisburg Escape Room Guide

A Comprehensive Harrisburg Escape Room Guide

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Harrisburg can fit many molds. It can be a romantic destination, a family-friendly hot spot, and a haven for craft beer lovers. From all of those, an overlooked offering might be the area’s threshold for mystery and adventure. What better way to explore that side of you than in an escape room, where you’ll be locked in an enclosed area, debriefed, and have just 60 minutes to escape! So grab a few of your close friends or family members and make The Central Hotel & Conference Center your home base for all things adventurous. Listed below is some background information [...]

31 07, 2020

Visit the State of Pennsylvania Museum
Visit the State of Pennsylvania Museum

Visit the State of Pennsylvania Museum

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When you visit Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, you’ll see that there’s plenty of history that played a key role in the industrial development of the United States. There are plenty of sights to see and places to visit to learn more about the history of the state, such as the State of Pennsylvania Museum. For a fun and educational afternoon, consider bringing your family to the State of Pennsylvania Museum, just minutes away from The Central Hotel Harrisburg. The State of Pennsylvania Museum This museum, created in 1905, has collected, preserved, researched, and interpreted the cultural and natural history of the state. [...]

30 06, 2020

Visit the Coolest Flea Market in Harrisburg: The HBG Flea
Visit the Coolest Flea Market in Harrisburg: The HBG Flea

Visit the Coolest Flea Market in Harrisburg: The HBG Flea

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Take shopping to a new level and support all of the local vendors that create The HBG Flea. At one of the most popular flea markets in Harrisburg, you’ll find an array of vendors that sell a variety of handmade goods like jewelry, hand knits, clothing, art, foods, and more. If you’re looking for gifts, keepsakes, a delicious snack, or if you just want to see what this Harrisburg flea market is all about, stop by The HBG Flea during your vacation. The HBG Flea: What It’s All About The HBG Flea was created as a platform for growth in [...]

31 05, 2020

Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling
Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling

Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling

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Staying healthy is always important, but it’s especially important to stay healthy while traveling. When you travel, you expose yourself to lots of germs - in the airport, in an Uber, in a hotel, and all the other surfaces you’ll come in contact with while traveling. There are many precautions that you can take to make sure that you stay safe and healthy. Review our tips for staying healthy while traveling below! Our List of Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling There’s plenty of things that you can do to keep yourself healthy while you travel that are quite easy [...]

8 04, 2020

The Top 3 Breweries in Harrisburg, PA
The Top 3 Breweries in Harrisburg, PA

The Top 3 Breweries in Harrisburg, PA

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As summer rapidly approaches here along the Susquehanna River in historic Harrisburg, PA, we cannot help but look ahead to sipping on local craft ales with the sun beaming down from high above. And there’s no better locale in Pennsylvania to welcome summer’s arrival than The Central Hotel & Conference Center of Harrisburg, a Premier Best Western Hotel. We take craft beer very seriously, primarily because many guests choose the on-site O’Reilly’s Tap Room & Kitchen for its expansive tap list, which typically includes local favorites from all across the state. But today, we want to shed some light on [...]

23 01, 2020

Spend a Day at Hersheypark
Spend a Day at Hersheypark

Spend a Day at Hersheypark

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Pennsylvania is full of hidden gems, but the most popular gem of all is one made of pure chocolate: Hersheypark, a chocolate-themed amusement park just ready to be explored. A visit to Hersheypark is one that’s sure to be remembered by the whole family. When you stay at The Central Hotel Harrisburg, you’ll not only be perfectly close to the park so that you can experience all there is to do in this chocolate paradise, but you’ll also have everything you need to feel at home during you Pennsylvania vacation. You’ll be located close to other Pennsylvanian attractions, from Gettysburg [...]