Alum Creek Lights is now Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights

For nearly twenty years, Alum Creek has hosted a spectacular light show for the Christmas holiday.   Hundreds of cars arrive for the drive thru event…

The Best Carbonara at Michael Anthony’s in Versailles, Ohio

UPDATE:  Michael Anthony’s has been temporarily closed due to a fire as of October, 2019. On my last trip to Versailles, Ohio, I sampled wines…

Eagle Sightings at Highbanks, Columbus MetroParks

Hiking in the Midwest, the scenery can change at every season.  From the diversity of plants to its wildlife, the Highbanks Metro Park unveils something…

A Port Day in Dominica

During a Caribbean cruise that stopped in Roseau, the port of Dominica, I decided to go out on my own and hire a driver for…

Barbados Shore Excursion: Malibu Rum Tour and Beach

Update:  Malibu Rum Distillery is now The West Indies Rum Distillery Barbados was one of my favorite ports of call when I worked for the…

Ship’s Ahoy! Pirate Boat Shore Excursion, Antigua

Cruising through the Caribbean, I finally reached the island of Antigua.  Known for its beautiful beaches, historical forts and dockyard as well as its natural…

Moyer Vineyard Winery & Restaurant, Manchester, Ohio – NOW CLOSED

UPDATE:  Moyer Vineyard Winery & Restaurant is permanently closed. Gorgeous vineyards overlooked the Ohio River and a secluded gazebo offered privacy to guests who wanted…

Our Last Day in Hale

Shelly, Izzy, Erika and Gunnar would be leaving for home today and we were sad to see them go.  It was an overcast day with…

Four Days in Hale

We are four days into our vacation in Hale and the weather is not cooling down anytime soon.  Instead of leaving the rental home to…

Hotter Than Hale – Day Three

After sleeping in and having a carb-filled breakfast, we were all happy to spend the late morning and afternoon on Long Lake.  The kids were…