After Mark Shay’s kids grew up, the family vacations at their Poconos home grew infrequent. “We kind of said, ‘You know, ...

In these days of family-friendly splish-splashing and resorts luring gen-blend groups with water parks as bait, it’s sometimes forgotten that the Poconos weren’t always a kid-forward destination.

Visitors to the Poconos can experience a wealth of activities throughout the winter at the historic Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort and nearby Shawnee Mountain, a wonderful ski area for all levels.

A Poconos hotel closed last year. What happened to its iconic heart-shaped tubs? A heart-shaped tub at Cove Haven, one of two remaining love hotels in the Poconos.Credit...Cove Poconos Resorts ...

Winter might not seem like a vacation escape, but snow-draped forests and shimmering frozen lakes create a haven in the Poconos for adventure-seekers and families. This picturesque region in ...