Families might not think of "Cleveland" as the most obvious destination for a spring vacation, but that's part of the appeal. Cleveland is a good mix of educational attractions, outdoor spaces, and hands-on fun. It's easy to fill several days, but it isn't...
Some of our favorite spring break trips have been close to home. As long-time Ohio residents, Columbus is a familiar and reliable destination for our family, whether visiting for the day or staying overnight to explore more of central Ohio. With a mix of hands-on...
I buy Kings Island tickets with the confidence of an Olympic athlete, but my physical readiness is more like a Victorian child who needs a fainting couch. There’s a lot of walking. I’m careful with sunscreen. We eat plenty of theme park food. Somehow, even...
Imagine skipping rocks on pebble beaches, sailing across placid blue waters, and hiking to hidden waterfalls—all in one unforgettable summer getaway with kids. This is what we found in Grand Marais, Minnesota, a charming harbor village nestled along the...
I recently met Santa in a quiet corner of the Santa Claus Christmas Store in Santa Claus, Indiana, expecting a quick tourist-trap hello… maybe a wink, maybe an early Merry Christmas. Instead, I found myself in a full, uninterrupted conversation with the man...
Visiting the Midwest in winter is not for the faint of heart, or at least not for those who don’t own snow boots. When I moved to Cleveland for college and my Clevelander cousin told me I needed knee-high snow boots, I thought she was exaggerating. She...