It's not everyday when you get an invite to sail on General Patton's private yacht When and If, so when that invite comes you say yes immediately, throw on comfy clothes, drive three hours to Northern Ohio at Put-in-Bay, and climb aboard! The When and If tall ship has received a gorgeous overhaul and will be soon ready to sail around the world- and our sail on Lake Erie was … [Read more...] about A Sail on General Patton’s Private Yacht When and If at Put-in-Bay
Eating My Way Around Northern Indiana Part 5: Randolph and Jay Counties
Getting to know a state through its foodie options is my idea of a perfect road trip! The Kid and I hit the road in late spring and headed west to check out some popular food offerings in Northern Indiana compliments of Indiana Foodways Alliance. They set up the itinerary, we plugged in the GPS- and traveled over, around, and through some well-known counties and some … [Read more...] about Eating My Way Around Northern Indiana Part 5: Randolph and Jay Counties
15 Best Disney World Parades and Shows
If you're planning a visit to Walt Disney World just to check out its attractions, you'd be missing out. Yes, the thrill rides and classic ones as well are definitely not to be missed, but have you considered the parades and shows in all four theme parks and scheduled them into your plans? We've got 13 must see Disney World parades and shows on our short list- and you should … [Read more...] about 15 Best Disney World Parades and Shows
A Day in the Life of a Pittsburgh Zoo Summer Zoo Camper
I remember when The Kid was little- the first week of summer vacation and she was already asking to get out of the house and get into some fun. Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium's Summer Zoo Camp is the perfect remedy for kids hankering for a day camp that's filled with education, animal encounters and learning- and a wildly good time while on summer vacation! Peanut … [Read more...] about A Day in the Life of a Pittsburgh Zoo Summer Zoo Camper
A Dad’s Guide to Disney World: 5 Important Tips To Know Before You Go
There's something about letting folks in on my personal Disney vacationing secrets. I'm happy to share my top tips for saving money, finding free things in the parks, and even giving tips about what teens will enjoy. Because of my family's love of Walt Disney World, Mr. Locke is often asked questions about our vacations and he loves giving advice, too. So it hit me: What would … [Read more...] about A Dad’s Guide to Disney World: 5 Important Tips To Know Before You Go