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Carillon Historical Park: Learn about history in Dayton with kids
We are always on the lookout for great experiential learning places and spaces. If you’re looking for a cool open air museum in Ohio, when you’re in Dayton, make sure to see the Carillon Historical Park. It’s a great place to visit as a child or as an adult and has some fun experiences. Visit an old schoolhouse, learn about the Wright Brothers, visit a print shop from the 1930s and so much more. Check out the Carillon Historical Park (This page contains affiliate links. That means if you click on them and purchase something, I will get a percentage of the transaction at no cost to you. Thanks for…
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Crafted & Cured: Boozy Pairing in Troy, Ohio
Craft breweries are booming in the United States right now. If the local tourism board isn’t jumping on that bandwagon, they should be because it seems everywhere you turn, there’s a new brewery crafting up delicious, or at the very least, interesting concoctions. Crafted & Cured, originally in downtown Dayton drew my attention as it is not only relishing in some crafted good fun if its own, but the owners establish themselves in historic buildings to restore and regenerate too. I first visited Crafted & Cured when they opened in Dayton, Ohio. Now, they have moved to Troy, Ohio to set up shop on Market Street in the First National…
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Mohican State Park, Ohio: Diners, Dams & Covered Bridges
One of the best things about going home to Ohio in the US in the autumn is being able to go to parks and forests to enjoy the stunning foliage that is painting the world all kinds of beautiful colors. It wasn’t until I left Ohio that I realized how truly lucky I was to grow up in a place that has autumns that other people think only exist in movies. Want to see Ohio foliage at its finest? Head to Mohican State Park where you can sleep in treehouses and castles and enjoy the views. Get off the beaten path in Ohio and visit Loudonville’s Mohican State Park: (This…
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Where To Find The Sourest & Most Unique Craft Beer In North America
Craft beer is making a scene everywhere you look these days. It’s made a splash in Korea in recent years (finally) and when I arrived back in my hometown of Dayton, Ohio recently, I was happy to learn that there are now fifteen breweries in the region. Looking for something unique to do in Dayton, Ohio? Or maybe you just want some unique beer? The Carillon Brewing Company located in Carillon Historical Park and built in 2014 produces the sourest beer I’ve ever had. Before you make that sour lemon face and squeeze your lips together though, let me just assure you that it is good and I honestly have…
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The Belle of Dayton Serves Up the Belle of Vodkas & More In Ohio
When it comes to artisanal spirits, The Belle of Dayton is distilling some of the most unique small batch concoctions you’re likely to find anywhere and winning awards as they do it. There are some great things to do in Dayton, Ohio and enjoying a tasting at Belle of Dayton is one of those things. If you’re in need of a good night out in Dayton, definitely put Belle of Dayton on your list. Feel free to skip around and find out more about Belle of Dayton: (This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a certain percentage of a sale if you purchase after clicking at no cost…
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21 Things To Do In Dayton, Ohio
If Dayton, Ohio hasn’t been on your travel radar yet, it should be. This city in southern Ohio has everything from a vibrant arts and culture scene to amazing parks with vast bike paths, trails, and a ton for families with kids. There is something for everyone from museums to distilleries and so much more in between. Yes, I’m a native Daytonian, but I haven’t lived there in years and the city has really stunned me in recent years when we head back for a month to see what’s going on. Looking for all of the things to do in Dayton, Ohio? Check out the list below. Dayton, Ohio is…
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The Big Island, Hawaii In The Winter: A Guide For Family Travel
Trying to find a sunny place to head for the holidays? The Big Island, Hawai’i was calling our name, and I think it should be calling yours too! Eighteen members of my family: aunts, uncles, cousins, sisters and all were lucky enough to have time off to meet up in Hawai’i for the holidays. We flew in from Korea, my sister and her family from Australia and still more came in from Colorado, Texas and Ohio in the States. To be with family during the holidays is just so precious as so many of my years abroad have seen the holiday season come and go without them. While my friends…
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Waikiki, Hawaii: A Family Friendly Guide To The Beaches, Tours, and More!
Ever picture a white, insert sandy, Christmas instead of that white fluffy snowy Christmas? We did and scampered away from the cold north to enjoy the holidays in Hawai’i. Spending a few days on the popular beaches of Waikiki on Oahu is all you would expect. Perfect. The boardwalk was lined with well known brand name shops and Hawaiian threads stores too, restaurants, cafes and foodie delights galore. Waikiki is ready for tourists and tourists better be ready for it! How is Hawaii in December? Just perfect if you ask me. Head to Hawaii for Christmas and enjoy all there is to do underneath the warm sun with the sand…
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The Mohicans: Luxury Family Friendly Tree Houses In Ohio
Have you ever dreamed of sleeping in a tree house that was more luxury than old rickety wood? Did you know you actually can do this near Mohican State Park in northeastern Ohio in the United States? For one of the most unique places to stay in Ohio, look no further than The Mohicans. Luxury tree houses in Ohio? You had me at tree house… well, and luxury. There is nothing better than feeling the sway of the trees and waking up to look out a window that is at the perfect level to see the birds sitting on the branches. Tree house cabins aren’t your normal search function, but…
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Why Taichung & Penghu, Taiwan Should Be Your Summer Vacation Destination
When choosing summer vacation destinations, often the top priority is a beach and I’m all about jumping on that bandwagon. When it came time to find a new spot for our family trip last summer, I decided Taiwan was the spot. While almost everyone is writing about how much Taipei is a must see city, I came across a sentence in my reading on one site that said when it was time for the Taiwanese locals to travel, they went to Taichung. If you want a family friendly guide to Taichung, get ready! For some reason that sentence really stuck with me and I decided if that’s what the locals…
