Fall is one of my favorite times to go hiking around St. Louis. The cooler temperatures make it easier to spend time on the trail, while the changing leaves can transform familiar Missouri woods into something completely different.
Best Activities to Do at Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells
If you’re planning a family trip to Wisconsin Dells, Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is a great place to fit your whole vacation in one spot. The resort is famous for its huge indoor waterpark, but there’s also plenty more to do. You’ll find exciting rides, arcade games, bowling, mini-golf, go-karts, a relaxing spa, and lots of activities for both kids and adults. All You Should…
One Night in Door County: The Best Things to Do on a Quick Getaway
Even though we only stayed one night in Door County, we managed to swim in Green Bay, check out the bluffs at Cliff Cave Park, and even get a bird’s-eye view from Eagle Point. Lunch: The Prince of Pierogi Chef Krzysztof Krol came to Door County in 2012 as a student and later opened his dumpling shop, bringing Polish food to the area. We tried…
Checking Out Markham Springs
You can explore the many natural springs or stay the night at the five-bedroom stone house at Markham Springs Recreation Area in Mark Twain National Forest. The name of the recreation area comes from the former owner, M.J. Markham, who acquired the property in 1901 and operated a lumber mill at the site until the 1930s. History of the Fuchs Estate Rudolph Fuchs built a…
Things to Do in Yellow Springs, Ohio: Hiking, Waterfalls, and Family Fun
A natural spring, a grotto, a quaint hotel, and a dairy with miniature golf was all part of our adventure in Yellow Springs, Ohio. It is located between Dayton, Ohio, and Columbus, Ohio. It is 20 miles east of Dayton and 50 miles west of Columbus Ohio and only about eight miles south of Springfield, Ohio from Interstate 70 on U.S. Highway 68. All You…
Brewers to Packers: A Wisconsin Sports Adventure
Catch a Brewers game in Milwaukee, then road-trip to iconic Lambeau Field, home of the Green Bay Packers! We packed a Wisconsin getaway with Wisconsin Dells fun, a Brewers game, and a charming night in Door County. Hotel Stay: Embassy Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Brookfield We drove up from St. Louis and checked into the Embassy Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Brookfield. The hotel is big…
Tulsa’s Gathering Place: One of America’s Best Parks for Families
Explore the Gathering Place in Tulsa, Oklahoma, a massive adventure playground where you could spend a full day. It has climbing structures, towers, 120 feet of suspension bridges, and a water play area with a water lab. These are just a few of the fun things you can do there. The park covers 66 acres near the Arkansas River, just south of downtown Tulsa. It…
Route 66 Kicks and Bricktown Walks in Oklahoma City
In the Oklahoma City area, you will find Bricktown with lots of activities and some unique Route 66 attractions. This was our final night on our trip visiting three national parks in west Texas and southern New Mexico: Carlsbad Caverns National Park, Guadalupe Mountains National Park for a quick stop, and White Sands National Park with a night in Santa Fe. BRICKTOWN STAY We stayed…
Spray Paint at the Cadillac Ranch and Eat a Big Texan Steak in Amarillo
Pick up a can of spray paint and have some fun at Cadillac Ranch, and afterward enjoy a steak at the Big Texan in Amarillo.
Raging Rivers WaterPark: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
Plan your visit to Raging Rivers WaterPark with everything you need to know about attractions, tickets, hours, tips, and what to expect before you go. ATTRACTIONS: The water park offers a variety of exciting attractions, from thrilling water slides and wave pools to relaxing areas perfect for families and visitors of all ages. Breakers Beach The wave pool covers 18,000 square feet, and you can…