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Pittsburgh

From crafting their own wineglasses at the Pittsburgh Glass Center to the historical Carrie Furnace Tour, Laurita & Lauren make the most of their weekend in Pittsburgh. They stay at The Oaklander and Kimpton Hotel Monaco, enjoy meals and city views at Monterey Bay Fish Grotto and the famous Primanti Bros, and even have time for a ride on the Duquesne Incline and a Pirates baseball game.

Dive Into the Art of Glassblowing at the Pittsburgh Glass Center

5m 49s

The Pittsburgh Glass Center offers both beginners and seasoned glass artists the opportunity to create beautiful glass pieces. During their visit, Laurita and Lauren try their hand at creating wine glasses. They also explore the fascinating history of glassmaking in Pittsburgh, a city once responsible for producing over 80% of the nation's glass.

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    Preview: Pittsburgh

    S2 E8 - 30s

    From crafting their own wineglasses at the Pittsburgh Glass Center to the historical Carrie Furnace Tour, Laurita & Lauren make the most of their weekend in Pittsburgh. They stay at The Oaklander and Kimpton Hotel Monaco, enjoy meals and city views at Monterey Bay Fish Grotto and the famous Primanti Bros, and even have time for a ride on the Duquesne Incline and a Pirates baseball game.

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