Under an hour west of Columbus, Urbana, Ohio is a perfect distance for some fun, whether you have a few hours, or a whole weekend. You'll find plenty of things to do in Urbana year round. From multiple museums of industry, shops, Ohio’s largest indoor fish hatchery, wine, and good food, you'll … [Read more...] about Ohio Travel: Things to do in Urbana, Ohio
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Take a literary adventure on The Ohio Literary Trail
Book lovers can go on an adventure trail across Ohio with the Ohio Literary Trail. Created by the Ohioana Library Association, the Literary Trail spotlight's Ohio's role in shaping culture and literature worldwide. There are over 70 literary sites across Ohio to visit on the Trail map. … [Read more...] about Take a literary adventure on The Ohio Literary Trail
Virtual AAA Great Vacations Travel Expo
The annual AAA Great Vacations Travel Expo is being presented virtually again on February 18, 2023 instead of being held at the Ohio Expo Center. Get ideas for your next big vacation by talking to travel experts and checking out vacation packages. The AAA’s Virtual Great Vacations … [Read more...] about Virtual AAA Great Vacations Travel Expo
Magical Christmas Displays in Ohio from Columbus to Cleveland
Christmas is our family’s favorite holiday season of the year. There are so many opportunities to enjoy holiday cheer throughout Central Ohio, but we always look forward to adding more festive locations to our list. Here are a few of our top Christmas displays in Ohio between Columbus and … [Read more...] about Magical Christmas Displays in Ohio from Columbus to Cleveland
Great Wolf Lodge deals and discounts for Sandusky and Cincinnati, plus tips for your visit!
Looking for a fun and quick getaway that the kids will LOVE? Columbus has not one, but two Great Wolf Lodge locations within easy driving distance! Groupon is currently offering special deals for Great Wolf Lodge in Cincinnati and Sandusky (as well as other locations around the … [Read more...] about Great Wolf Lodge deals and discounts for Sandusky and Cincinnati, plus tips for your visit!
Go Back in Time at Dickens Victorian Village in Cambridge
Take a trip back to 1850s England at the Dickens Victorian Village in downtown Cambridge. What began as one man’s vision in 2006 has become an entire community's hometown Christmas tradition. Dickens Victorian Village runs from November 1 – December 31, 2022. This annual event offers a wide … [Read more...] about Go Back in Time at Dickens Victorian Village in Cambridge
Ohio Travel: Visiting Akron’s Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
Each month, my husband and I randomly pick a destination in Ohio to explore, adding points of interest along our route from Central Ohio. Our most recent destination was to the city of Akron, located in Summit County. Akron, established in 1825, began as a canal town along the Ohio-Erie … [Read more...] about Ohio Travel: Visiting Akron’s Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
Free days at U.S. national parks + Free National Parks Pass for 4th grade families
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 + Free National Parks Pass for 4th grade families
OH-“I”O: Indian mounds, iron, and more incredible places to visit in SE Ohio
Each month, my husband and I randomly pick a destination in Ohio to explore, adding points of interest along our route from Central Ohio. September’s destination pointed us toward Wellston, located in Jackson County. The trip is full of history, iron industry remnants, local eats, a tunnel … [Read more...] about OH-“I”O: Indian mounds, iron, and more incredible places to visit in SE Ohio
Military families and Veterans get free admission to National Parks
Our National Parks are something to be treasured, and the people who protect the land (and all of our country) are rewarded with free admission passes to enjoy these parks. Active-duty military personnel and their dependents, and veterans and Gold Star Families can receive free admission to our … [Read more...] about Military families and Veterans get free admission to National Parks
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 around $100 depending on the season, it's an affordable trip … [Read more...] about Fun Family Getaway: Comfort Inn Splash Harbor
Tuscawaras County: Exploring Ohio’s Firsts in Dover and New Philadelphia
Each month, my husband and I randomly pick a destination in Ohio to explore, adding points of interest along our route from Central Ohio. Our most recent adventure was to Dover & New Philadelphia in Tuscarawas County. A 2-hr drive from Columbus, Dover and New Philadelphia are located … [Read more...] about Tuscawaras County: Exploring Ohio’s Firsts in Dover and New Philadelphia
Budget-friendly glamping in an RV delivered to you
Sponsored by RVshare.com For those of us who define "roughing it" as packing our own road-trip food until we arrive at our hotel, camping has never held much appeal. "Glamping" in an RV, on the other hand, seems like a great compromise: Enjoy the beauties of nature without giving up hot … [Read more...] about Budget-friendly glamping in an RV delivered to you
Ohio Travel: Mansfield – Where History Meets Hollywood
Mansfield, Ohio is just over an hour outside of Columbus, which makes it a great daytrip. But with Malabar Farm State Park, the Ohio State Reformatory, Shawshank Trails stops, Kingwood Center Gardens, and lots of other fun attractions, you may want to plan a weekend trip instead! Our … [Read more...] about Ohio Travel: Mansfield – Where History Meets Hollywood
Asian Lantern Festival at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Take a daytrip or overnight to Cleveland to check out the Asian Lantern Festival presented by Meijer at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. This unique festival is held select dates through Sunday, August 21, 2022. This year’s festival brings back live performances featuring acrobatics including foot … [Read more...] about Asian Lantern Festival at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo