You've heard of bar crawls, wine trails, coffee crawls, and other treks for goodness, but here's one you don't want to miss. Butler County is home to the first Donut Trail in Ohio. The Butler County Donut Trail features 10 family-owned businesses with a combined 307 years of donut-making … [Read more...] about Sweetest Trail in Ohio: Butler County Donut Trail
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Free kid admission at Newport Aquarium during Summer Family Hours
You won't have your toes in the sand, but you'll feel like you're at the ocean at Newport Aquarium near Cincinnati. Whether you make it a long weekend in Cincinnati or head there for the day, you'll find plenty to explore for hours. Newport Aquarium is just 2 hours away and showcases thousands … [Read more...] about Free kid admission at Newport Aquarium during Summer Family Hours
Roadtrippin’: 20+ things to do with kids in Cincinnati
Cincinnati is less than 2 hours from Columbus and is FULL of things to do with kids. If a bigger vacation isn't in the budget this year, head to Cincinnati for a weekend and check out a few of these fun attractions. You'll find fun activities in Cincinnati for the whole family at a variety of … [Read more...] about Roadtrippin’: 20+ things to do with kids in Cincinnati
Bucket list of free and cheap fun for kids in Columbus this Summer
Once school is out, there are so many free and cheap activities around Columbus this summer for the kids. This list will surely help avoid the "I'm bored" complaints that start approximately one week into the summer. Whether you want to enjoy the sun or avoid it, there are plenty of options to … [Read more...] about Bucket list of free and cheap fun for kids in Columbus this Summer
Fun Family Getaway: Comfort Inn Splash Harbor
Looking for a fun and inexpensive family getaway close to Columbus? Enjoy indoor waterpark fun for the price of a hotel room at Comfort Inn Splash Harbor in Bellville, about an hour from Columbus. With room rates starting at less than $100, it's an affordable trip that offers 2 days of fun. … [Read more...] about Fun Family Getaway: Comfort Inn Splash Harbor
COTA Bus Service and Discount for the Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay
You don't have to fight traffic or pay for parking to enjoy the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Zoombezi Bay - and you can get cheap admission to the Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay. The Columbus Zoo and COTA have again partnered to provide bus service from downtown Columbus and Griggs Dam Park & … [Read more...] about COTA Bus Service and Discount for the Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay
Best photography locations in Columbus
Spring is a great time to have outdoor photos taken in Columbus! If you can plan around rain, you'll be treated to blooming flowers, bright green grass, and sunshine that was hiding away all winter. I polled my readers for some of their favorite photography locations in Columbus and came up with a … [Read more...] about Best photography locations in Columbus
Keep cool with free Splash Pads in Columbus
Stay cool this summer with the kids at splash pads in Columbus! There are 15 splash pads and water play areas to check out around the city, and most are free, so you can try a new one each week! Splash pads are an easier way to cool off than going to a swimming pool, and are perfect for younger … [Read more...] about Keep cool with free Splash Pads in Columbus
WildZfest at the Wilds with Iron Man and Thor
See what its like to go on a safari - just outside of Central Ohio! Head East to The Wilds in Cumberland, Ohio, one of the largest wildlife conservation centers for endangered species in North America. With Safari Tours, Zipline Tours, Horseback Tours, and Fishing Safaris, there's something for … [Read more...] about WildZfest at the Wilds with Iron Man and Thor
Over 75 ideas for Spring Break in Columbus
Maybe you aren't heading to a warm beach for Spring Break this year, but there's no reason you can't have lots of fun around Columbus! Spring Break falls during Easter for most, so the first thing to check out is Easter activities and Easter Egg Hunts in Columbus. There are over 100 options, and … [Read more...] about Over 75 ideas for Spring Break in Columbus
Free days at U.S. national parks
America's Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar now for entrance fee-free dates for the coming year. On these dates, FREE entrance is available to 133 National Parks across the country that normally charge a fee. During the fee-free days, the … [Read more...] about Free days at U.S. national parks
Military families get free annual pass to national parks
Our National Parks are something to be treasured, and the people who protect the land (and all our country) are rewarded with free admission passes to enjoy these parks. Active-duty military personnel and their dependents can receive an America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreation … [Read more...] about Military families get free annual pass to national parks
Free theme park admission for Military
Plan your vacations! Seaworld Parks and Entertainment wants to thank the U.S. troops with free theme park admission to one of its parks through the Waves of Honor program. Members of the military, and as many as three direct dependents, may receive a FREE admission to SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, or … [Read more...] about Free theme park admission for Military
Teachers get free admission to COSI
A post shared by cosiscience (@cosiscience) on Dec 19, 2017 at 5:01am PST COSI, Columbus' Dynamic Hands-On Science Center, just announced exciting news for our educators! Teachers get free admission to COSI, and receive a discounted rate on educator Family memberships for $119. Family … [Read more...] about Teachers get free admission to COSI
Safari in Ohio: Take a Wilds Tour!
Looking for something interesting to do this summer? Explore The Wilds in Cumberland, Ohio, with over 9,000 acres of open range habitat for rare and endangered species. Take a tour through open range animal areas to see giraffe, rhinos, camel, bison, zebras, cheetahs, and many other animals … [Read more...] about Safari in Ohio: Take a Wilds Tour!
