10 Fun Things to Do in Richmond, IN with Kids

Karyn Locke
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Headed to Richmond, Indiana and Wayne County and want to fill your visit with some cool, history when you go? From restaurants with a hip vibe to learning about a family that led 2,000 slaves to freedom, here are 10 fun historical things to do in Richmond, IN, with kids!  Disclosure: I was hosted by the fine folks at Visit Richmond, IN. Thanks to them, I’m able to give honest advice and opinions to help you plan your next visit.    A couple of weeks ago, my teen daughter and…

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6 Super Cool Historical Places to Visit in Santa Claus, Indiana

Karyn Locke
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When you’re traveling with family, do you like to throw in a little bit of history along the way? You’re definitely not alone. From places where an American President enjoyed the outdoors to theme parks (yep!), here are 6 cool, historical places to visit in Santa Claus and vicinity! Disclosure: I was graciously hosted by the folks at Visit Santa Claus, IN, to give you the scoop on the historical fun! All opinions are my own! For years, my family and I have hit the road to explore new cities.…

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6 Fun Things to Do in Orange Beach & Gulf Shores with Kids

Karyn Locke
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If you’re visiting the Orange Beach & Gulf Shores area of Alabama, you probably want to do more than just sit on the beach and look at the gorgeous sunsets – although I wouldn’t hold that against you. There’s so much to see and do when you’re in town you’ll definitely want to narrow it down, so I’m happy to assist. From cool art classes to historic forts, here are 6 fun things to do in Orange Beach & Gulf Shores with kids! Disclosure: I was hosted by the fine…

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Christmas at Disney World 2020: What’s New for this Year

Karyn Locke

If you think that 2020 has cancelled Christmas at Walt Disney World, happily that’s a big nope. Sure, things will be changing, but there will still be ways to celebrate the happiest of holidays. Here’s what you can expect for Christmas at Disney World 2020 to help you plan.  Photo Courtesy of Disney Parks Blog.  When Is Christmas at Disney World for 2020? For 2020, we’ll be able to celebrate Christmas at Disney World from November 6 – December 30. If you’ve been following along with the Christmas events in…

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12 Fun Things to Do in Pigeon Forge with Kids

Karyn Locke
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Are you ready to read why Pigeon Forge, TN, makes an ideal vacation spot for your family, especially in autumn? From cool museums to dinner shows and, of course, touches of Dolly Parton, here are 12 top things to do in Pigeon Forge with kids!   Disclosure: This is a paid partnership on behalf of Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism. All opinions (and photos) are my own! We just got back from Pigeon Forge, TN, and it was an experience I’ll never forget. I mean, I’ve heard (and read) so…

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7 Easy Ways to Keep Your Hair Healthy when Traveling

Karyn Locke
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If you’re concerned about how your hair will behave when you’re on a trip, you’re not alone. It’s taken me plenty of miles on the road to learn what to do with my extra long hair when I’m away from home. From what to pack (or not pack!) to tips for keeping your style in check, here are 7 easy ways to keep your hair healthy when traveling.   This post was sponsored by Gray Away as part of an Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are…

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Disney Halloween 2020: Magical Magic Kingdom Changes for Guests!

Karyn Locke
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When it comes to Walt Disney World, I always look on the bright side, especially this year. Sure, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party dates have been canceled, but that doesn’t mean you still can’t celebrate! From food to cavalcades to costumes (big changes!), here’s what you need to know about Disney Halloween 2020 at Magic Kingdom!   Halloween is my favorite season. Yep, you read that right: it’s not just a one-day holiday for my family – we start celebrating in late August. So the announcement from Walt Disney World today…

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Cedar Point Tricks and Treats Fall Fest: 4 Things to Know Before You Go

Karyn Locke
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Tricks and Treats Fall Fest at Cedar Point is a brand new way to celebrate Halloween. And, while we’re already missing HalloWeekends, I’m pretty excited to see what the Roller coaster capital of the world has in store for kids and adults. So, here’s what we know about Cedar Point Tricks and Treats Fall Fest so far and what you can expect when you visit.  I reuse to let Halloween be canceled this year. I mean, we’ve already seen the cancellation of Halloween events at theme parks (hello, Walt Disney…

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Disney Halloween Decorations & Craft DIYs

Karyn Locke
Disney Halloween decoration and craft DIYs

If you’re already looking for Halloween crafting ideas, you’ve come to the right place. It’s my favorite holiday, especially when there are touches of Disney sprinkled all over it. I asked a few of my crafty friends to share with me their favorite Disney Halloween decorations and DIYs and each is so fun, I had to put them all in one place. Here are some super fun (and easy!) Disney Halloween crafts to make this year.  As soon as August rolls around, I’m itching to put up my Halloween decorations.…

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Coffee Gifts for Pittsburgh Lovers

Karyn Locke
coffee gifts for Pittsburgh lovers

Looking for a fun gift for someone that adores both coffee and The Burgh? From cool, sport-themed mugs to items with fun details that remind you of the city, here are awesome coffee gifts for Pittsburgh lovers that will keep you smiling – and caffeinated.    Truth? Every time I visit Pittsburgh proper I always have that inner monologue of “why am I not here more?”. When I see scenes on the tele or online of gorgeous, Pittsburgh days and skies, I miss that view. And I’m sure I’m not…

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