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Worth the Drive: Ohio’s Free Christmas Cave

Looking for something a little different this holiday season? In Minford, Ohio, the Christmas Cave at White Gravel Mines is a self-guided, nearly mile-long...

A Magical Road Trip: Harry Potter’s Forbidden Forest Comes to Cincinnati

If your family has ever dreamed of stepping into the world of Harry Potter, get ready—because this fall, you can. Just a two-hour drive...

Road Trip Worthy: Jack O’Lantern Spectacular in Louisville

Every October brings the same challenge: finding a memorable fall experience beyond the typical corn maze and apple orchard. If you're willing to venture...

Family Day Trip to Casey, IL: Home of the World’s Largest Things

Looking for a fun, affordable family adventure within a day’s drive of Indianapolis? Casey, Illinois, might be just the place. Less than two hours...

Illusion Aqua Adventure: A One of a Kind Summer Adventure

This summer, cool off at Land of Illusion Aqua Adventures Waterpark, located in Middletown, Ohio, just 2 hours from Indy. This exciting and unique,...

Rail Explorers: One-of-a-Kind Railroad Adventure in Bluegrass, KY

Pedal-powered railroad vehicles date back to at least the 1850’s when maintenance workers used hand cars and ‘rail bikes’ to travel along the tracks....

Destination: Kansas! Exploring the Sunflower State with Your Family

For people not familiar with Kansas, the images that come to mind when you think of this Midwest state are usually flat prairie, tornadoes...

Anakeesta in Gatlinburg: A Perfect Fall Break Destination

Anakeesta is one of Gatlinburg, Tennessee's top mountain attractions, offering fun for visitors of all ages. Our family has been to Anakeesta three times,...

Museums in the Midwest

From science museums to children’s museums, here are some of the best places to explore and learn something new with your family around the Midwest. The Henry Ford Just...

Cool Caves in the Midwest

The Midwest is full of beauty and wonder — just step outside and look around! But you might be surprised to learn that there...

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