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...
Imagine stepping off a ferry and not hearing the sounds of cars, motorcycles, or worries. It’s just you and your family and the gentle sound of waves folding onto the sand. Mackinac Island is that place where problems are prohibited, and summer-time...
Families need to know that the Windy City has more to offer than sports, skyscrapers, and a big lake. It also has some of the best museums in the United States. The Chicago Children’s Museum, and its tinkering lab, is in the middle of all the excitement with...
Sure, Chicago is a world-class city with a lot to offer. But for my family of Lego builders, Chicago’s architecture is a big deal. So when we recently visited the Windy City, we knew an architectural tour of Chicago would be one of the best ways to see the...
When my husband suggested we take a vacation to Cincinnati, Ohio, I was doubtful. I identified this midwestern city with business and industry, not activities for families. But what I discovered is a vibrant city full of culture, history, and fun. Gorgeous...
Nestled between Lake Michigan and Green Bay, the verdant Door County peninsula in Wisconsin offers 300 miles of beautiful coastline, charming villages, wineries, orchards, and so much more. In my opinion, it is the perfect place to plan a romantic escape....