Classic seasonal events and great discounts make Lehigh Valley the perfect fall getaway

LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. (Tuesday, September 20, 2011) – Discover Lehigh Valley’s fall promotion “Autumn Adventures & Frightening Frolics” highlights classic seasonal activities and offers a number of savings on area events and attractions. Deals range from free giveaways and restaurant discounts to reduced admission at festivals and ghost tours. A detailed list of events and printable coupons are available at www.DiscoverLehighValley.com.

“Lehigh Valley has everything fall travelers are looking for - the temperature is crisp and the color of the foliage is spectacular,” said Michael Stershic, President of Discover Lehigh Valley. “Corn mazes, haunted houses, seasonal beers and Halloween parties are all part of Lehigh Valley’s fall experience. If you can think of it, you can probably discover it here.”

Festivals, entertainment and fall classics are abundant in Lehigh Valley. Featured Autumn Adventures & Frightening Frolics events include:

• Bear Rock Junction Mini Golf and Corn Maze • ‘Zombie’ dancing at Pennsylvania Youth Theatre • Haunted Illusions at State Theatre Center for the Arts • “Into the Dark” experimental theatre at Touchstone Theatre • Halloween craft show and festival at the 1803 House

For those seeking a good scare at a reasonable price, Lehigh Valley has you covered. Autumn Adventures & Frightening Frolics ghost tours and paranormal locations include:

• Ghost tours at Old Jail Museum and Heritage Center • Spooky Farm Day and Harvest Festival at Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm • The Terror Train at WK&S Railroad • Moravian Book Shop Ghost Tours

Visitors seeking perks on food, seasonal beverages and hotel rooms have some outstanding options as well. Participating Autumn Adventures & Frightening Frolics hotel and restaurant locations include:

• Allentown Brew Works • Nawab Restaurant • Staybridge Suites Allentown Bethlehem • Hilton Garden Inn

Detailed descriptions for all Autumn Adventures & Frightening Frolics participants can be found at www.DiscoverLehighValley.com. Many include links for coupons that can be printed and used upon arrival. All discounts are available through October 31, 2011.

The Lehigh Valley region of eastern Pennsylvania is located about one hour north of Philadelphia and less than two hours west of New York City. It is home to the three cities of Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton.

About Discover Lehigh Valley

Discover Lehigh Valley is the designated destination marketing organization of Lehigh and Northampton counties. Its mission is to promote and develop Lehigh Valley as a leisure and business travel destination. Created in 1984, Discover Lehigh Valley assists in promoting regional tourism, an industry that generates $1.5 billion in annual revenue and accounts for more than 22,000 jobs in Lehigh Valley. For more information on Discover Lehigh Valley and its activities or to request a Lehigh Valley Map & Guide, call 1-800-MEET-HERE, or visit the official tourism website of Lehigh Valley at www.DiscoverLehighValley.com.

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