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Discovering The Best Park In Dayton For Kids: Wegerzyn Gardens
Over the past few years, I’ve really been astounded by how nice the Dayton, Ohio MetroParks are. The expansive Five Rivers MetroParks covers 16,000 acres of green space and they’re connected by a huge network of bike paths. Dayton is actually a bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community which means every Daytonian lives less than 10 minutes from a path and from there they can hit green green green. It’s an amazing network. Knowing that a lot has changed since I was a kid growing up in Dayton, I marked all of the parks on my map and we set out to see as many as we could and started with the…
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The Frans Hals Museum In Haarlem: Learn About Art and History
The picturesque city of Haarlem, Netherlands just a bit west of bustling Amsterdam is home to some fantastic museums and one among them is the Frans Hals Museum. For arts and culture enthusiasts, a stop here is a must. Established in 1862, this museum offers a unique blend of history, art, and engaging experiences for visitors of all ages, children included. If you’re looking for something to do in Haarlem, be sure to visit the Frans Hals Museum. Oh, and be sure to note that they have two different locations in the same city so don’t get confused! Get ready to see more of Frans Hals at the Frans Hals…
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Teylers Museum: A Family-Friendly Journey Through Art and Science in Haarlem
One of the first things I did when we moved to Haarlem, Netherlands was look up the museums to visit. With our nifty Dutch Museumkaart in hand, we were ready to get out and see them all and the Teylers Museum, Netherland’s oldest museum, was one of the first on the list. Welcoming visitors since 1784, this museum in Haarlem is a historical gem with a gorgeous collection that has remained largely unchanged since the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Looking for cool things to do in Haarlem? Don’t miss Teylers Museum: (This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a certain percentage of a sale if you…
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Otherworld: How To Enjoy This Immersive Art Space in Columbus With Kids
With Columbus, Ohio just an hour east of Dayton, Ohio, I went there plenty of times when I was growing up but love that there is still more to see whenever I still go now. After exploring the magical world of Meow Wolf in Sante Fe, these new immersive art spaces popping up around the US were on my radar and I couldn’t wait to check out Otherworld when it opened. A 32,000-square-foot immersive art experience unlike any other in the area, it’s a super fun family-friendly adventure if you’re looking for one. I was looking for something to do in Columbus with kids, Otherworld offers an unforgettable journey through…
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How To See More Tulips In Lisse When You Visit Keukenhof
The most famous pictures of the Netherlands are absolutely of the tulip fields in the spring. The dazzling and somehow perfect rows of the pastel hues of the tulips are iconic and with fields just 30 minutes from Amsterdam, they’re surprisingly accessible. This year we’ve been residing in Haarlem, which is just north of Lisse so there was no doubt I had to check out those iconic tulip fields. The picturesque town of Lisse and the celebrated Keukenhof Gardens are the epicenters of the tulip extravaganza in the Netherlands. But, if you’re planning a trip there, make sure to really maximize the experience and see more than just the Keukenhof…
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Find Celestial Charm at Hotel LeVeque in Columbus, Ohio
If there’s one landmark that stands out on the Columbus, Ohio skyline, it’s the iconic LeVeque Tower. Completed in 1927, this historic 47-story skyscraper has been a defining feature of downtown Columbus for almost a century. Today, the tower is not just a city landmark but also home to the exquisite Hotel LeVeque, a destination that seamlessly blends history, luxury, and celestial charm and when it was time to celebrate our anniversary, it was absolutely the best hotel in Columbus, Ohio to choose. Get ready for chic luxury with a dash of romance. Hotel LeVeque is the best place to stay in Columbus, Ohio for your next celebration, anniversary, or…
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A Guide to Exploring Brussels’ Comic Strip Route
Brussels, the vibrant capital of Belgium, is not only known for its historic charm but also for its rich comic strip heritage which is something we found out when we visited for a weekend. As a mother exploring the city with my elementary-aged child, we discovered a super fun adventure along the famous Comic Strip Route. Whether you’re trying to follow the route or just having a good wander around, you’ll undoubtedly run into numerous murals in Brussels. If you are looking for something fun to do with kids in Brussels though, plan to do a scavenger hunt like adventure through the downtown streets looking for street art. Get ready…
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Discover Street Art in STRAAT Museum in Amsterdam
On the look out for fun things to do in Amsterdam and a little search on where to find street art in Amsterdam landed me on a very interesting website for STRAAT Museum. Straat, meaning street in Dutch, is a giagantic space with iconic pieces by Keith Haring and Banksy, and there was even a piece from one of my favorite Korean street artists, Royyal Dog. STRAAT Museum is an intriguing space for the radical art movement. If you’ve got some time and want to do something fun in Amsterdam, take a ferry to nearby NDSM wharf and explore the dynamic intersection of creativity, expression, and storytelling. If you’ve got…
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The Dayton Art Institute With Kids: Artistic, Educational and Fun
I love heading back to my hometown of Dayton, Ohio and while the majority of our time is spent seeing family, I always have a list of things to do. Luckily, there are some amazing things to do in Dayton and one spot that is always on our list to see is the Dayton Art Institute. We love visiting art museums for inspiration, history, and culture and the DAI is a fantastic place to get all of that. Established in 1919, the institute holds the distinction of being Dayton’s oldest arts organization, with Orville Wright, of the famed Wright Brothers, counted among its original founders. Is it a must see…
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Family Friendly 2-Day Cologne, Germany Itinerary: From Cathedrals To Chocolate
Looking for a quick weekend away from the Netherlands and in another country, I scanned the train lines for a spot that was a direct trip and wasn’t too long and found Cologne. Knowing very little about what we’d find there, I had no idea it is home to the most-visited landmark in all of Germany. A popular daytrip for people that want to see the Cologne Cathedral, the tallest twin-spired church in the world, we were happily surprised by not only the cathedral, but the old-district is beautiful, has plenty to do within walking distance, and has something for everyone making it very family-friendly. One thing I do when…
