Bridgett Raffenberg 
If you’re searching for “craft beer near me” with plans to visit a few local Cincinnati breweries, you’re in luck as Cincinnati has more than 50 breweries to choose from! Cincinnati was raised on beer… and the sheer number of breweries that currently dot the map of the Queen City just goes to prove it! From hoppy … Read more
Who says you have to head south to enjoy a beach vacation? You might be surprised to learn there are lots of great beaches in Ohio! When you think of Ohio beaches your mind probably goes right to the Great Lakes… and you wouldn’t be wrong. Lake Erie, the only Great Lake to border Ohio, … Read more
Some use Groundhog Day to mark when we can start looking forward to warmer weather. I prefer to use ice cream season! There are over 25 seasonal creamy whips and ice cream shops in Cincinnati! We hunted down all we could find, listed them alphabetically, included their opening days, and let you know how to … Read more
Disney Animation: Immersive Experience is coming to Columbus, Ohio in the spring of 2023! Showcasing the animation behind our favorite Disney movies, this immersive event looks like it might be a road trip worthy adventure for all the Disney fans out there! See the Disney characters come to life at the Lighthouse Artspace in Columbus, … Read more
When you’re ready to just get away from it all, take a look at some of the great opportunities we have for cabin rentals. Because Cincinnati is so centrally located, we can choose our destination from Ohio, Kentucky or Indiana. And we have LOTS of great cabin rentals to choose from! As a VRBO Associate, … Read more
Did you know you can find a restaurant offering kids eat free deals every day of the week in Cincinnati?! You just have to know where to look (hint: the answer is here)! Be sure to save the list below for those nights you want to save some money, don’t feel like cooking, or just … Read more
Who’s making plans for Thanksgiving in Cincinnati this year? Whether you’re hosting, a guest, or traveling to town – we’ve got you covered! Despite what this year may have dealt, we all have things to be thankful for and a little celebration is in order. Wouldn’t you agree? Here’s our round-up of some great Cincinnati … Read more
When it comes to parks, there’s no denying that our city has some of the best parks around. I recently paid a visit to a favorite park of mine, Sharon Woods, to take in all that is fall. I decided to stop in at the Sharon Centre to see if they could tell me the … Read more
It’s a magical time of year where shimmering strands of colorful lights, evergreen trees, Christmas music, and maybe even a snowflake or two will be all around us in Ohio. One of our favorite ways to “get into the spirit” is to pack our favorite beverages and some yummy Christmas cookies and head out to … Read more
BLINK Cincinnati 2022 is coming up and we know how amazing this light projection phenomenon is going to be! If you’re downtown during the day and are looking for some fun BLINK related daytime things to do, here are some special events that will be happening downtown and in the surrounding areas. Don’t miss our … Read more
If you’ve lived in Cincinnati for any length of time, you know that Halloween night can bring some surprises. We could have a bright sunny day or a cool fall day. We could have rain… or even SNOW! So we thought we’d pull together some great indoor alternatives for Trick or Treating in the Cincinnati … Read more
Head a bit north of Cincinnati for some fun this fall at Waynesville Fall Fest. Open each weekend from September 17 through October 30, 2022, this fall fest should provide great family fun for your crew. The grounds are spacious and the activities are numerous. Read on to learn all about what you’ll find there… … Read more
Grab your stein and put on your lederhosen! It’s time for Ohio Oktoberfests! Many Ohio towns and villages have German roots and that makes Ohio one of the best spots for a fine Oktoberfest celebration! From Cincinnati’s “second biggest Oktoberfest in the world” to Cleveland’s Oktoberfest which spans two weekends, and everything in between – … Read more
Sometimes it’s challenging to get the whole family together for a big celebration or a holiday. Like so many out there, we have family on both U.S. coasts (and sometime overseas), making it next to impossible to all spend a long weekend together… much less get everyone together for a holiday. Enter the age of … Read more
You can find our Weekend Things to Do list for 2024 here. Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer and the weekend is long! Labor Day in Cincinnati is often a weekend to watch the fireworks (in person or on TV), enjoy picnics and family get togethers, and so much more. We’ve rounded up … Read more
Looking for a day trip in Ohio? See how it’s all made with any one of these Ohio Factory Tours! From whistles to washboards to motor homes, there are so many things made right here in Ohio! These behind the scenes factory tours will give you a unique perspective into the workings of many Ohio … Read more
We recently had the pleasure of spending a few days in Columbus, Ohio. Located in central Ohio, our state capital makes for a convenient “road trip”, being just a few hours north of Cincinnati. We recently did just that – took a road trip up to Columbus for a few days, just for pleasure. And … Read more
Did you know Ohio is home to the country’s largest outdoor/indoor flea market? And it doesn’t stop there: Ohio is packed with unique flea markets throughout the state where you can find one-of-a-kind antiques, vintage finds, Amish goods, home furnishings, and more. Map of Ohio Flea Markets Enjoy our guide for Flea Markets in Ohio: … Read more