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Best Theme Parks & Amusement Parks in the Midwest United States

Tuesday, May 13th, 2008

The Best Theme Parks and Amusement Parks in the MidWest United States

Best Theme Parks & Amusement Parks in the Midwest United States

Great theme parks are everywhere throughout the United States. For those searching for a good theme park to go to in the Midwest you will surely not be disappointed. There are quite a few to choose from and some of the better ones will be highlighted below.

Six Flags Theme Park in St. Louis, MO

Six Flags in St. Louis, MO

If you live in the St. Louis, Missouri area or are planning to visit there and would like to go to a great theme park then Six Flags St. Louis is the place to go. The Thursday night concert series is sure to please all music lovers and this park is known for its out of this world amusement rides. Be sure to try the new Evil Knievel wooden roller coaster if you love coaster rides. For the little ones, there are approximately 22 rides to choose from which will delight the youngsters in the group.

Worlds of Fun in Kansas City, MO

Worlds of Fun Amusement Park in Kansas City, Missouri

Another great theme park in Missouri is Worlds of Fun. Located in Kansas City, Missouri, Worlds of Fun allows visitors to get a taste of various countries while enjoying rides, food, entertainment and more. The featured areas in Worlds of Fun include Europa, Americana, Africa, Orient and Scandinavia. If you are searching for a unique theme park where fun is sure to be had by all then Worlds of Fun is the place to visit.

Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois

Six Flags Great America Amusement Park in Gurnee, Illinois

Another Six Flags theme park in the Midwest portion of the United States is Six Flags Great America. This theme park is located in Gurnee, Illinois and features most of the same great things as other Six Flags theme parks such as thrilling rides, top-notch entertainment and wonderful fair food. This park also has a Looney Tunes theme area for the younger kids to enjoy.

Paramount’s Kings Island in Mason, OH

Paramount's Kings Island Theme Park in Mason, OH

Paramount’s Kings Island is located in Mason, Ohio, which is in the general vicinity of Cincinnati. This is one of the larger theme parks in the state and offers great attractions for the young and young at heart alike. As with many of the larger theme parks throughout the United States you will find a plethora of wonderful rides, great entertainment and dining options. Some of the special attractions of Kings Island include the Nickelodeon Universe for the younger children and fourteen sensational roller coasters for those seeking a thrill ride.

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Ideas for Family Summer Vacations in Ohio with Your Kids

Tuesday, June 19th, 2007

Summer Vacation Ideas for Ohio�

 

SUMMER VACATION IDEAS FOR FAMILIES TRAVELING WITH KIDS TO OHIO

 

A Midwest vacation is a terrific idea for families from all over the United States.� If you live on either coast, a Midwest vacation gives your children an experience of life like they haven’t yet known it.� And if you live in the

Midwest already, you can travel around the area at relatively low cost, exploring the adventures in your own backyard.� Of all of the Midwest locations that are possible summer vacation destinations for your family, Ohio offers the most in terms of opportunities for different types of experiences.

 

Cedar Point

This amusement park is one of the biggest reasons to consider taking your family to Ohio for summer vacation.� It has some of the biggest (and oldest) roller coasters in the country so the older kids in your family will love it and it’s got little kids’ rides, too, so it works for everyone.� It’s also a lot less expensive than some of the bigger amusement parks in the country so your budget can probably consider it.

Lake Erie

The Great Lakes are amazing.� They are huge.� They are unbelievable.� And they offer a unique family vacation experience.� Head up to

Lake Erie to show your kids a side of the world that they haven’t experienced before and to get in some good quality time in the outdoors with your family.

 

Amish country

There are pockets of Amish life all over Ohio.� This simple way of living and entirely unique culture present a terrific opportunity to teach your kids about tolerance and the different ways of life that are out there.� And the Farmer’s Markets that they sell their homegrown goods at can be a low cost way of feeding the family while you’re on vacation.

 

Ohio zoos

Interestingly,� Ohio has a number of different zoos.� If your family is a zoo family, you’ve definitely got some options.� There’s the large zoo in

Toledo which has more different kinds of animals than probably any other zoo in the country.� There’s the African Safari Wildpark where the animals are uncaged and you can drive past them.� And there are zoos in the major cities of Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati.

 

College tours

 

If you happen to have a family that’s got a teenager in it, you might consider doing a tour of the college campuses in Ohio.� There are a large number of them and they offer some very different college experiences.� And there are lots of all ages things to do around many of them so the younger kids in the family can have fun, too.� This is a great way to slip some education into your summer vacation plans. Ohio has many different aspects to it.� It has a simple side and an urban life, an educational side and a fun side “¦ and it’s a state that tends to be very family-friendly.� Explore its edges with your family this summer for a great Midwestern getaway.

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