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Kringle Capitol of the World: Racine, Wisconsin
A Kringle! A Kringle is a Scandinavian pastry, a sort of Nordic pretzel, which can be filled with a variety of sweet options. From strawberry cheesecake to apple to pecan, this pastry is available in just about every flavor. Hand rolled from Danish pastry dough which has rested overnight, the sheets of flaky dough … Continue reading
Let These Children’s Books Inspire Your Next Family Trip
Sharing books with children is a great way to step into other worlds, have amazing adventures, hear about other cultures, and learn to empathize with characters. It’s also a very special way to spend time together as a family and a great bonding experience for family members of all ages. An extension of these wonderful … Continue reading
Pin ItFive Most Family-Friendly Airport Hotels
If you are flying into a city for a big family getaway, it’s often easier and more convenient to stay at a hotel near the airport, especially if you have a very early flight or a late evening arrival. We have handpicked these family-friendly airport hotel recommendations for their great amenities like swimming pools, on-site … Continue reading
Pin ItIndianapolis, Indiana: A Luxury Getaway to the Crossroads of America
My husband and I have passed by Indianapolis numerous times over the years as we traveled north from Lexington, Kentucky to ski resorts in Michigan or getaways to Chicago. We often remarked how we were passing a city that looked very intriguing, was only three hours away from our home, and that we should make … Continue reading
Fall in Cincy
When you begin planning a getaway to Cincinnati, one of the first things you will learn is that there are a lot of bridges. A lot of bridges. Cincinnati sprawls across the Ohio River with a population of almost 300,000, making it the third largest city in Ohio. The city is home to two major … Continue reading
The Lodge at Geneva on the Lake
We were lucky enough to experience a beautiful, crisp fall day when we arrived at the Lodge at Geneva on the Lake. With breathtaking views of the southern shores of Lake Erie near Geneva State Park in the heart of the beautiful Ohio Wine Country, what began as the Buckeye State’s first summer resort town is … Continue reading
Punderson Manor State Park Lodge
We continued on our epic winter adventure last year to the state park lodge called Punderson Manor State Park Lodge. Hidden away beside a 150 acre glacial lake only 30 minutes East of Cleveland, Ohio, this park lodge has plenty to offer visitors who want to play golf on their 18-hole championship golf course, take … Continue reading
Kentucky’s Top Boutique Hotels
Photo by Melissa Miller via Trover.com Thoroughbred horses, bourbon, and plenty of history abound in the beautiful and scenic state of Kentucky. Keeneland Race Track in Lexington and Churchill Downs in Louisville, where the famous Kentucky Derby is run, are just two of the race tracks in the state. The Kentucky Bourbon Trail runs across … Continue reading
Pin It5 Fictional Destinations You can Actually Visit
As an avid reader, I would love to check out every one of these sites. They look amazing! This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on November 11, 2015. There’s something magical about seeing the real life setting of a beloved fictional world. These destinations draw travelers to places they might … Continue reading
Pin ItGreat Foods to Eat When Visiting Chicago That Aren’t Pizza
We only discovered Chicago recently, even though it’s just about six hours from our home. This was the place we experienced the phenomenon that is deep-dish pizza for the first time and it’s amazing! On our next visit, we will to try some of these options as well! This post was posted by The Hipmunk … Continue reading
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