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Cherry Valley Lodge is a Great Ohio Family Getaway and Home of CoCo Key Water Resort (Win Overnight Stay with Waterpark)

Cherry Valley Lodge is a great Ohio Family Getaway or a place to host a retreat, reunion, or event.  Cherry Valley Lodge is located just north of Columbus, Ohio. It offers a 200 hotel rooms set on beautifully landscaped 18 acres of land with 2 courtyards. It is also home of a 50,000 sq feet [...]

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“A lion was tearing at my skin”…at Cedar Point

“It was like a lion was tearing at my skin, it was so scary, Mommy” said Elijah after riding his first roller coaster at Cedar Point. “Can Daddy take me on the roller coaster again??!?!” He road Disaster Transport, one of my favorites since I was a teenager. He felt what we all feel on [...]

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Wash Wag Self & Full Serve Dog Wash Review

Washing your dog can be a big chore. The actual process often includes getting wet, having your dog try to run off, forgetting the shampoo, and then you have to figure out how to rinse him after he is all soapy. The worst part of giving a dog a bath is that you have to [...]

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Last minute FREE Ohio Vacation FREE Waterpark Tickets

Back to School time is almost here, did you take your kids anywhere on vacation? In this economy, money is holding many families back from having a Summer Vacation experience. CoCo Key Water Resort is here to the rescue! They are giving away FREE Waterpark tickets! Yes, FREE! All you need to do is bring [...]

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Studio 526 Unique Party & Event Space in Akron Ohio

If you are looking for a party or event space close to downtown Akron that can offer more than a conference room, reception hall, or hotel ballroom, look no further. Sudio 526 is a unique space for parties, concerts, weddings, holiday get-togethers, corporate parties, video conferences, corporate meetings, art gallery shows, and more. This 7,000 [...]

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Geauga Lake Wildwater Kingdom Review & Coupon

I found a hidden treasure right here in NE Ohio, Geauga Lake Wildwater Kingdom! Seriously, I didn’t know anything was still at Geauga Lake! Wildwater Kingdom is an amazing waterpark that you have to take your family to this summer! It is an impressive 17+ acre premier outdoor waterpark and fun for all ages! Geauga [...]

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Co Co Key Resort Amazing Blog Special for this weekend near Columbus, Ohio

Are you looking for a way to cool off and have a blast this weekend? Head on down to the Columbus area to Co Co Key Resort at Cherry Valley Lodge.  This weekend only, Saturday-Monday, July 31-August 2, you can use Co Co Key Resort coupon code “MY BLOG” and receive super deals! For the [...]

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Island House Centennial Hotel in Port Clinton, Ohio

If you are looking for an upscale hotel with historic charm close the Lake Erie, the Island House is the perfect choice. Built in 1886, it has provided a retreat to Presidents, Hollywood Celebrities, and families like yours. This centennial hotel underwent a full remodel in 2008, providing guests with a modern, upscale resort experience. [...]

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Shoot the Rapids is our Favorite Cedar Point Ride!

Over the weekend, we were able to check out Cedar Point’s newest roller coaster / water ride – Shoot the Rapids. There has been a lot of advertising and anticipation building for this new ride all summer. After a couple manufacturing delays, Shoot the Rapids is Open! And well worth the wait! Our Family Review [...]

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Cedar Point New Shoot the Rapids Water Ride is Now Open

The wait and anticipation is finally over. The New Shoot the Rapids water ride at Cedar Point is finally open!! This amazing ride is sure to cool you off this summer with two giant hills with splash landings!  You are gonna get wet, even the dark tunnels are mist filled, around every canyon you’ll be [...]

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New Marriott Northside in Downtown Akron

The Akron Beacon Journal reported that Marriott, through local construction company Testa will be building a new hotel in Downtown Akron.  It’s not replacing anything right in the heart of the city, but just north of state route 18 in the Northside area. Currently, Northside has a loft/condo complex that is very pretty (See picture [...]

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Top Tourist Activities in Akron you will be mad you never tried out! (with maps)

NO MATTER where you live, people never hit up the most interesting things to do in their own communities.  Its taken for granted-’it will be there when I am ready’.  Well, now is the time.  Drag your kids kicking and screaming to these interesting activities to do in Summit County/Akron, OH. Geauga Lake’s Wildwater Kingdom [...]

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Win Free Hampton Hotel Rooms and 20% Off Hamtpon Coupon Code

Summer fun is here! It’s time to have fun in the sun and travel! Whether traveling on vacation or meeting up with friends and family, Hampton Hotels has you covered.  They have a great summer promotion called Chain of Friends Sweepstakes. One very lucky grand prize winner will win an entire hotel for a weekend [...]

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Our First Experience at Cedar Point

Our son knew that we were going to do something fun over the weekend,  but he had no idea what it was going to be. My husband and I kept it as a secret until we got there!  It took us 1.5 hours to get to Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio. We left early in [...]

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Is Cedar Point a good place for young kids and families?

We had the privilege to attend Cedar Point’s Opening Day on Saturday and meet with the marketing department to get a preview of their new ride, Shoot the Rapids. I haven’t been to Cedar Point since my kids were born more than 5 years ago. We thought about it last year but wasn’t sure if [...]