People are typically proud of their home states. We Pennsylvanians have plenty about which to be proud and to love. The one thing that would make Pennsylvania even better? Having all of our friends living in the state with us. Here are 11 failproof ways to convince all of your friends to move to Pennsylvania.
- Cook ‘em dinner.
Flickr/raymondclarkimages Mmm…mmm…cook your friends a delicious meal with all of the Pennsylvania favorites – a hearty cheesesteak sandwich, handmade pierogis, scrapple, pork and sauerkraut, or a hoagie.
- Or, take ‘em out for a meal.
Flickr/liz west How can anyone resist living in a state where there are so many places to dine out? Enjoy a homecooked meal at an old-fashioned diner. Indulge in traditional Amish fare in Lancaster. Or, turn back the clock with a visit to one of the state’s historic restaurants like King George II Inn.
- Don’t forget dessert.
Flickr/brownpau Pennsylvania hasn’t earned the title of Snack Capital of the World for nothing. We’ve got the best snacks and the best desserts. Have a scoop of Hershey’s ice cream dipped in Hershey’s chocolate. Indulge in a TastyKake. Or, have some Utz or Herr’s potato chips. And that is just the delicious beginning.
- Love sports? PA’s the place to be.
Flickr/Matthew Paulson Sports fans need only know one thing about PA. We’ve got the best sports fans in the United States. Nay, the world. And, really, there’s little wonder why. Just look at the Steelers and the Eagles. The Pens and the Flyers. The Phillies and the Pirates.
- Pennsylvania boasts the best colleges and universities…
Flickr/Stephen M. Scott Continue your education – or just learn for fun – at one of the many top colleges and universities in Pennsylvania, such as the University of Pennsylvania, Carnegie Mellon University, or Drexel University.
- The most awe-inspiring natural scenery and…
Flickr/Jesse Moore Find inspiration just about everywhere you look: From the 22 waterfalls at Ricketts Glen State Park and the 121 state parks to Allegheny National Forest and the mountain ranges. Even a simple sunset promises breathtaking beauty.
- A diverse way of living.
Flickr/Random Retail Whether you dream of living in the big city or want to hide away in the country, you’ll find the perfect place to live in Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania’s landscape promises rolling hills, sprawling farmland, majestic mountains, and sandy beaches.
- You’ll never ever get bored.
Flickr/Nicholas A. Tonelli Unless you want to be bored, of course. Pennsylvania promises so much to do for every personality type. You’ll find unique museums, plenty of outdoor activities, festivals and fairs, amusement parks, and beaches.
- Pennsylvania’s teeming with history.
Flickr/The West End History buffs, in particular, will find a treasure trove of history in Pennsylvania. From the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia to Devil’s Den in Gettysburg, you’ll never run out of new things to discover in the Keystone State.
- We’ve got all four seasons.
Flickr/Stephen Archer Of course, we may dream of living in the warm sunshine all year around. But, in reality, it’s pretty awesome to have four distinct seasons. After all, what’s better than the Pennsylvania landscape covered in snow and the fall foliage?
- Introduce them to some Pennsylvanians.
Flickr/Deepak Trivedi Pennsylvanians just happen to be some of the friendliest, most welcoming people you’ll ever meet. Wouldn’t you agree? When you come to Pennsylvania, you’ll feel as though you’re home. What other incentive would you need to move to Pennsylvania?
What originally convinced you to move to Pennsylvania? Or were you born here? Share your story below! Then, check out the things your friends will quickly learn when they move to Pennsylvania.
Flickr/raymondclarkimages
Mmm…mmm…cook your friends a delicious meal with all of the Pennsylvania favorites – a hearty cheesesteak sandwich, handmade pierogis, scrapple, pork and sauerkraut, or a hoagie.
Flickr/liz west
How can anyone resist living in a state where there are so many places to dine out? Enjoy a homecooked meal at an old-fashioned diner. Indulge in traditional Amish fare in Lancaster. Or, turn back the clock with a visit to one of the state’s historic restaurants like King George II Inn.
Flickr/brownpau
Pennsylvania hasn’t earned the title of Snack Capital of the World for nothing. We’ve got the best snacks and the best desserts. Have a scoop of Hershey’s ice cream dipped in Hershey’s chocolate. Indulge in a TastyKake. Or, have some Utz or Herr’s potato chips. And that is just the delicious beginning.
Flickr/Matthew Paulson
Sports fans need only know one thing about PA. We’ve got the best sports fans in the United States. Nay, the world. And, really, there’s little wonder why. Just look at the Steelers and the Eagles. The Pens and the Flyers. The Phillies and the Pirates.
Flickr/Stephen M. Scott
Continue your education – or just learn for fun – at one of the many top colleges and universities in Pennsylvania, such as the University of Pennsylvania, Carnegie Mellon University, or Drexel University.
Flickr/Jesse Moore
Find inspiration just about everywhere you look: From the 22 waterfalls at Ricketts Glen State Park and the 121 state parks to Allegheny National Forest and the mountain ranges. Even a simple sunset promises breathtaking beauty.
Flickr/Random Retail
Whether you dream of living in the big city or want to hide away in the country, you’ll find the perfect place to live in Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania’s landscape promises rolling hills, sprawling farmland, majestic mountains, and sandy beaches.
Flickr/Nicholas A. Tonelli
Unless you want to be bored, of course. Pennsylvania promises so much to do for every personality type. You’ll find unique museums, plenty of outdoor activities, festivals and fairs, amusement parks, and beaches.
Flickr/The West End
History buffs, in particular, will find a treasure trove of history in Pennsylvania. From the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia to Devil’s Den in Gettysburg, you’ll never run out of new things to discover in the Keystone State.
Flickr/Stephen Archer
Of course, we may dream of living in the warm sunshine all year around. But, in reality, it’s pretty awesome to have four distinct seasons. After all, what’s better than the Pennsylvania landscape covered in snow and the fall foliage?
Flickr/Deepak Trivedi
Pennsylvanians just happen to be some of the friendliest, most welcoming people you’ll ever meet. Wouldn’t you agree? When you come to Pennsylvania, you’ll feel as though you’re home. What other incentive would you need to move to Pennsylvania?
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