Adventure Mom

An Adventure, Travel and Lifestyle blog designed to encourage you to try something new.

Back to School Laundry Tips

For many of us, Back to School means back to routine. I’m sharing tips to help reduce your stress and get your laundry under control.

A Unique Adventure at the Family Twiga Overnight Camp

I LOVE to experience unique overnights. Overnight in a Treehouse. Check. Museum. Check. Submarine. Check. Aquarium. Check. Tepee. Check. Kings Island Amusement Park. Check…..so when I found out that the Cincinnati Zoo offered family overnights where you can sleep in African Safari style tents near the giraffe area, I had to check it out!

9 Reasons to Love Hofbrauhaus Newport

If you are looking for great dining experience with friends or family, Hofbrauhaus Newport has you covered. Located directly across the Ohio River from Cincinnati, Ohio, you will find a large selection of German beers and Bavarian-style cuisine.

Tips for Your 1st Visit to Land of Illusion Aqua Adventures

If you live in the Cincinnati Metro, you don’t have to travel far for your own Water Wipeout experience. Land of Illusion has been making people scream for years during their Haunt Season but at their newest summer attraction, Aqua Adventures, the only screams you’ll hear are pure JOY!

FC Cincinnati Fan Gear and More at Liberty Center

There is a such an excitement around Cincinnati when it comes FC Cincinnati. If you have never been to a professional soccer game, I highly recommend that you go! FC Cincinnati matches are played with a packed house of fans who bring an energy that’s contagious…my dad who is in his 70’s, even wanted to check […]

Glamping in a Vintage Camper Rental from Route Fifty Campers

I enjoy the nature side of camping but over the years, I’ve decided that I’m not a huge fan of the work that can come along with traditional camping…which is why I really enjoy glamping. Glamping still allows you to connect with nature but it also provides you with a unique overnight with modern conveniences. Our […]

Experience Love for the Border in El Paso

El Paso, Texas is ones of those cities that I instantly fell in love with. The landscape is so different from what I see in the Midwest and yet it had a few similarities. I live in a Tri-State area where it is common to cross state borders daily and El Paso’s location is a […]

Tips for Hiking the Appalachian Trail

Have you ever thought about adding a hiking adventure to your list? Find out what you need to know when planning an epic hike on the Appalachian Trail.

How to Make Your Child’s Sports Physical Stress-Free

Without fail, I’m always down to the wire when it comes to annual sports physicals. They need to be turned in annually so you would think I would have a better handle on them by now but they seem to sneak up on me EVERY SINGLE YEAR. This typically stresses me out because then I’m […]

5 Cincinnati Date Ideas You Need to Try This Summer

Summer is the perfect time to take advantage of the warmer temperatures and think outside of the box when it comes to planning a special date. I’m sharing a few of favorite summer date ideas around Cincinnati.

3 Outdoor Adventures I Want to Try in Colorado Springs

The Colorado Springs Region offers so much for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. From unique natural wonders like the Garden of the Gods Park and Pikes Peak creating scenic landscapes that will leave an impression on you for years to come. I got a small glimpse of the area 20+ years ago and there are […]

7 Awesome Adventures for a Girls Day Out

While the kids were away, the moms went to play. My friend Susan and I  took advantage of some kid-free hours with a Daycation in Butler County. You don’t have to go far or away for a night to pack in a LOT of FUN!

A Food Tour in Walnut Hills that You Need to Check Out

Food tours are one of my absolute favorite ways to experience a city. A big part of visiting a destination for me is learning about the local foods and surrounding area. Tourists and locals alike can learn so much about the area by experiencing menu items at restaurants that may have not been on their […]

How to Visit Kings Island with a Special Needs Guest

A conversation with my friend by the pool prompted my curiosity to learn more about what Kings Island Amusement Park offered for guests with special needs. I was sharing about a recent visit to the park and she was wondering if there were resources available for her son with Down Syndrome. This is an issue […]

Culinary Adventures You Need to Experience in Omaha

I always like to visit a city with an open mind and Omaha, Nebraska exceeded my expectations in their both culinary scene and their heart and passion behind each dish. They take their food scene seriously sourcing as much as possible locally while raising the bar in creativity and flavor. I’m sharing more about culinary […]