Quirky Attraction: The National Aviary in Pittsburgh
The National Aviary in Pittsburgh has one of the widest collections of bird species that you’ll find anywhere. Avid bird-watchers will love the place, but even folks like me who aren’t bird experts...
View Article66 more things I love about Pittsburgh
All month long, I’ve been highlighting the awesomeness of my hometown, Pittsburgh, which National Geographic recently called one of the world’s 20 “Must-see places for 2012.” I’ve already covered...
View ArticleHere we go, Steelers!
The pink towels flying through the air next to the usual gold ones were a strange sight, but the chants of “Here we go Steelers, here we go!” made everything feel normal. This was my first time...
View ArticleNationality Rooms in Pittsburgh: Experience cultures from around the world in...
Where can you visit classrooms from more than two dozen countries in the span of less than 30 minutes? Check out the Nationality Rooms at the University of Pittsburgh to find rooms dedicated to...
View ArticleThe 6 most interesting places I ate this year
From the constantly-changing cultural hotspot in Pittsburgh to the monochrome fine dining establishment in Mexico to the rural Louisiana general store that sells both steaks and toilet paper, I had an...
View ArticleQuirky Attraction: The Pittsburgh Inclines
The Pittsburgh Inclines Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (1197 W. Carson St and 73 W. Carson St) When to visit: Open 5:30 am to 12:45 am (shorter hours on Sundays) Cost: $5 round-trip for adults...
View ArticleMegabus to end Pittsburgh – Cleveland – Detroit route after May 6
The only westbound Megabus route from Pittsburgh is no more. The low-cost carrier has announced it will be ending service on its Pittsburgh to Detroit (via Cleveland, Toledo and Ann Arbor) route after...
View ArticleThe Best Amusement Parks in the United States, From Cedar Point to Universal...
From the Jurassic Park coaster at Universal Studios to Phantom’s Revenge at Kennywood, the best amusement parks in the U.S. have so many different thrills to offer. Whether you’re a thrill-seeking...
View ArticleIs Pittsburgh in the Midwest or East Coast? Analysis of Pennsylvania’s Status...
Few things get geography nerds as fired up as defining geographic regions. There’s actually a spirited debate over whether Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is located in the Midwest or the Northeast / East...
View ArticleHow to Spend One Day in Pittsburgh, From a Local
Looking for ways to spend one day in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania? Here’s your detailed guide to one of the most underrated cities in the country. I grew up in Pittsburgh and spent decades exploring every...
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