A lot of writers have written about the ideal day at the Bronx Zoo but what happens when it rains? What should you expect and should you even go? We went on a bus trip to the Bronx Zoo with New London Adult Ed recently and it rained all day. A bus trip is a great way to enjoy a place like the Bronx Zoo because you don't have to drive (and in this case drive in the rain), … [Read more...] about Day Tripping to the Bronx Zoo in the Rain
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5 Tips for Taking Better Photos and Videos With Your Smartphone
If you want to capture your travel adventures this summer and need to travel light, make your smartphone your camera of choice. For tips on how to capture your travel adventures in the best light, olloclip and Art of Visuals present an #ollotrip to the Pacific Northwest to visually inspire you. Here are five tips for taking better photos and videos with your smartphone … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Taking Better Photos and Videos With Your Smartphone
The Newport Flower Show Comes to Rosecliff Mansion this June
The The Newport Flower Show Comes is coming to Rosecliff Mansion this June. This year the show will be held at the end of June and is a "must see" event. If you have never attended the Newport Flower Show let me tell you a few things about it. Martha Stewart to Headline the Annual Newport Flower Show The 2018 Newport Flower Show will celebrate its 23rd year with a variety … [Read more...] about The Newport Flower Show Comes to Rosecliff Mansion this June
The Earthworks Prehistoric Mounds of Licking County
Prehistoric Mysteries in our back yard at The Earthworks of Licking County. Mention the awe-inspiring architecture of the ancient Maya and Inca, and exotic images come to mind. But did you know that right here in Ohio’s backyard, cultures dating back almost 2,000 years were engineering and building structures that are just as fascinating? Ohio’s official prehistoric … [Read more...] about The Earthworks Prehistoric Mounds of Licking County
GoPetFriendly.com’s Pet Friendly Destinations in Each State
Amy and Rod Burkert, the founders of GoPetFriendly.com, have been traveling full-time for more than seven years with their two dogs, Ty and Buster. In addition to sharing their adventures and pet travel tips on the Take Paws blog they gather information for pet friendly hotels, campgrounds, restaurants, beaches, and include them in the public database on their website. This … [Read more...] about GoPetFriendly.com’s Pet Friendly Destinations in Each State
4 Unique Winter Sports To Try this Winter
Do you always end up in the ski lodge, hot chocolate in hand, during the winter? While curling up with a book and getting some R&R is often well deserved, there’s no reason you need to sit on the sidelines this winter. Maybe traditional winter sports, like skiing and snowboarding, aren’t your thing, that’s okay. You may be surprised at how many unusual winter activities … [Read more...] about 4 Unique Winter Sports To Try this Winter