A Turkish Carpet Demonstration

The mountains surrounded us as the road twisted and turned towards our destination to Turkmen Carpet Weaving Center.  The weather was perfect as the sun…

Chateau Laroche, A Labor of Passion

My fairytale adventure began at the entrance of Chateau Laroche in Loveland, Ohio.  Locally known as Loveland Castle, this medieval mansion was an amazing labor…

The Bagel Shop and Deli, Oxford, Ohio

The sign at Oxford, Ohio’s Bagel and Deli Shop looks as though it hasn’t changed much since it opened in the 1970’s but this uptown…

Packing Outside of the Box

Packing for vacation can be a daunting task.  I have made countless checklists (by vacation type and temperature) and taken many precautions when it comes…

Indian Bear Winery in Walhonding, Ohio

Update:  On June 4th, 2023, a fire broke out at Indian Bear Winery and the structure was destroyed by the fire.  Update:  On September 20,…

Kewpee Restaurant in Lima, OH

When I mentioned to my friend Heidi that I was driving up to Lima, Ohio for a concert and looking for a quick meal, she…

Five Tips for Saving Money on Your Next Flight

I recently learned that Tuesdays are the best day to purchase airline tickets.  But did you also know that flying on Wednesdays will reduce your…

Travel Tip Tuesday: Cruise Ship Fitness and Health

Cruise vacations include a wide variety of foods that are accessible twenty-four hours a day, so staying healthy while aboard can be a challenge.   Having…

Exploring Venice in Vegas at the Venetian

Italy is well represented in Las Vegas with its themed hotels.  You have Caesar’s Palace from Rome, the Bellagio from The Lakes Region and the…

Philipsburg, Sint Maarten Walking Tour

A gorgeous scene awaited us as our cruise ship docked in the port of St. Maarten, the Dutch side of the island.  We were met…