Things to do in Cuyahoga Valley National Park near Cleveland, Ohio Cuyahoga Valley National Park may not have the grandeur of Yellowstone or the breathtaking views of the Grand Canyon, but is worth the visit! While most national parks are expansive preserves in rural areas, Cuyahoga Valley National Park lies between two of Ohio’s largest …
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What to expect when visiting the MAPS Air Museum with kids Staying at my parents for a week while our hardwood floors were refinished definitely had some perks. One of those was that we were closer to a few tourist destinations that I wanted to check out! However, when our plans weren’t working out one …
I’m blessed to have traveled to Australia not one, not two, but FIVE times. The first time was for my year as a Rotary Exchange student (and my first ever time in an airplane- yikes!), and then I returned in 2006, 2008, 2016, and 2018. I’m looking forward to another trip! I’ve been blessed to …
Hotels for Large Families One of the reasons that parents don’t travel with children is they are worried about where to stay. I like my personal space, too, but I also want to know my kids are safe and secure. Sure, it’s nice to stay in an Airbnb, but sometimes the extra cleaning fees make …
A few weeks ago on Facebook, another blogger posted this video from the Today Show in which the anchors discussed whether parents should be able to pull their kids out of school for family vacations. It’s not just that the absences would be considered unexcused, it is actually considered illegal in some states. As a …
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The Columbus Zoo lights are a Christmas event you won’t want to miss! Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo are back for another year of Christmas magic to be enjoyed by young and old. In 2023, the Zoo lights will run from November 17- January 7. The Columbus Zoo Lights will be closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas …
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Celebrating the Advent Season is one of our favorite times of year! While our focus is ultimately on the birth of Christ, the month of December is also a time to create traditions with our children that hopefully they will remember and take and someday incorporate into their own families. We love to cozy up …
The Ancient Earthworks of Central Ohio Some of the best travel happens right outside your door. We lived nearly on top of the Newark Earthworks for 7 years, yet never really fully explored them. When some nice November weather hit us, I realized that NOW was the time to visit. The Newark Earthworks are the …
