About Us

Welcome to our Xplore the Poconos! We are a team of passionate storytellers who are dedicated to showcasing the best the Poconos has to offer.


Through our writing, we strive to capture the essence of our community by highlighting the best places to eat, drink, and stay. We believe that every community has its own flavor and character, and we are committed to uncovering and sharing these distinctive qualities with our readers.

About Us

Welcome to our Xplore the Poconos! We are a team of passionate storytellers who are dedicated to showcasing the best the Poconos has to offer.


Through our writing, we strive to capture the essence of our community by highlighting the best places to eat, drink, shop, and stay. We believe that every community has its own flavor and character, and we are committed to uncovering and sharing these distinctive qualities with our readers.

our mission

To bring to light the unique attractions, hidden gems, and local hotspots that make the Poconos a special place to live and visit.

MEET THE TEAM
A woman standing on top of a rock overlooking a river
A snowboarder is jumping over a snowy hill

OUR PROMISE

Whether you are a local looking for new experiences or a visitor looking to explore the area, our team has you covered. We aim to provide comprehensive and honest reviews, insider tips, and engaging stories that will help you discover the best The Poconos has to offer.


We are committed to not only showcasing the best attractions and places to visit, but also to sharing the stories and experiences of the people who make The Poconos so special. Through our writing, we hope to bring our readers closer to the heart of our community and to foster a sense of connection and appreciation for all that it has to offer.


Thank you for joining us on this journey, and we look forward to sharing our community's treasures with you!

A backpack is sitting on top of a rock in the woods.

OUR PROMISE

Whether you are a local looking for new experiences or a visitor looking to explore the area, our team has you covered. We aim to provide comprehensive and honest reviews, insider tips, and engaging stories that will help you discover the best The Poconos has to offer.


We are committed to not only showcasing the best attractions and places to visit, but also to sharing the stories and experiences of the people who make The Poconos so special. Through our writing, we hope to bring our readers closer to the heart of our community and to foster a sense of connection and appreciation for all that it has to offer.


Thank you for joining us on this journey, and we look forward to sharing our community's treasures with you!

A backpack is sitting on top of a rock in the woods.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do you choose which places to feature?

    Our team of writers and editors research and explore the community to find the most noteworthy and distinctive places to feature on our website. We take into account factors such as popularity, uniqueness, quality, and overall experience. We are also open to suggestions.

  • Can you visit my business?

    We welcome businesses to contact us with information about their offerings. However, please note that we prioritize featuring places that we feel are the best fit for our audience and align with our mission to showcase the unique and noteworthy aspects of our community.

  • Can you visit my favorite place and write about it?

    We would love to! Send us your suggestions here and we will try our best to get out there and visit!

  • Are the reviews and recommendations on your website unbiased?

    Yes, we strive to provide unbiased and honest reviews and recommendations. Our team of writers and editors aim to provide comprehensive and accurate information to help our readers make informed decisions about where to visit, eat, drink, and stay.

  • Do you accept guest submissions for your website?

    Yes, we accept guest submissions from writers who are knowledgeable about our community and share our mission to showcase the best that it has to offer. However, all submissions are subject to review and editing by our team before being published on our website.

OUR TEAM

Our team deeply cares about showcasing all the beauty the Poconos has to offer. We are dedicated to promoting local events, businesses, and attractions that make our community unique. Our energy and enthusiasm for the community is contagious, and we are constantly looking for new ways to engage and inspire others to get involved in making our community an even better place to live, work, and play.

Courtney Quaresimo

COURTNEY QUARESIMO

Founder

  • Owner - Quantifi Media
  • Vice President - Eastburg Community Alliance

Favorite Spot in the Poconos

Pocono BAGELS & DELI

Matthew Quaresimo

MATTHEW QUARESIMO

Founder

  • Owner - Quantifi Media

Favorite Spot in the Poconos

RUDY'S TAVERN

Matthew Quaresimo

MATTHEW BERTSCH

Founder

  • Owner - Matthew Bertsch Photography
  • Owner - Pocono Property Media

Favorite Spot in the Poconos

BUTTER BISTRO

Erin Tamm

ERIN TAMM

Marketing Manager

  • Account Manager - Quantifi Media

Favorite Spot in the Poconos

GOLDBERG'S BAGELS & DELI

Megan Kresge

MEGAN KRESGE

Lead Designer & Website Development

  • Lead Designer & Website Development - Quantifi Media
  • Board Member - Eastburg Community Alliance

Favorite Spot in the Poconos

KIMCHI & WASABI

Elyza McQueen

ELYZA MCQUEEN

SEO Specialist

  • SEO Specialist - Quantifi Media
  • Board Member - Eastburg Community Alliance

Favorite Spot in the Poconos

SECRET TEA HOUSE

Trevor Morris

TREVOR MORRIS

Contributing Writer

  • Advertising Specialist - Quantifi Media

Favorite Spot in the Poconos

KHAN MONGOLIAN GRILL

Tracey Eisler

TRACEY EISLER

Social Media Management

  • Social Media Management - Quantifi Media

Favorite Spot in the Poconos

derailed taphouse

Tulani Moore

MATTHEW CAWLEY

Videographer

  • Social Media Management - Quantifi Media

Favorite Spot in the Poconos

WARRIOR BAR & GRILL