Before they go back to school: Come to the Kentucky State fair

August 6, 2011

by Nancy Hinchliff,  Innkeeper and free-lance writer OK, so you can’t afford that trip to Disneyland or to some other exotic location. You and your kids can still have fun camping in the woods or even in the backyard, or maybe go visit grandma. The goal is to get away together. Throughout the summer, cities [...]

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One way to take a family vacation in a sagging economy

August 3, 2011

by Nancy Hinchliff,  Innkeeper and free-lance writer This year, all of us are going to have to come up with some creative ideas for summer travel. The economy is still in a slump, but the kids are out of school, they’ve worked hard all year and, hopefully have gotten passing grades! They really deserve a break. [...]

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Stay at a Louisville Bed and Breakfast Instead of a Hotel

January 21, 2011

The economy appears to be inching slowly into a recovery and business and leisure travelers alike are traveling again. And while people are still looking for value, they are also looking for a memorable experience. That’s why, more and more, travelers are choosing to stay at B&B’s because we offer quality, and value and we [...]

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A Victorian Christmas

December 4, 2010

by Nancy Hinchliff, Innkeeper/freelance writer If you’re looking for a great place to have an old-fashioned Christmas, Louisville, Kentucky is the place for you. Christmas time here is an absolute delight. Louisville is a charming city with row upon row of historic Victorian houses which, when dressed for the holidays, look like a page out [...]

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Fair time is an excellent time to visit Louisville, Kentucky

August 18, 2010

I don’t know why they call it fair, when it’s really superb. Every year, in late August, the Kentucky State Fair brings out the stalwarts who brave summer heat, to enjoy the multitude of attractions. This year will be no exception, except that it will be exceptionally hot. Record high temperatures have scorched nearly everything, [...]

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Summer is a great time to visit Louisville, Kentucky

July 24, 2010

Summer is a great time to visit Louisville! There are many activities, festivals, concerts and all sorts of fun things to do, both during the week and on weekends, as well. July Events: The Kentucky Shakespeare Festival (www.kyshakes.org) performs classics from the Bard in Central Park in Historic Old Louisville (www.oldlouisville.com). This year is the [...]

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The fastest two minutes in sports is over – now what?

May 4, 2010

We’re often called “Derby City”, so what is there to do in Louisville when the Kentucky Derby is over? Now that Calvin Borrell and the great Kentucky-bred horse, Super Saver, are preparing for the Preakness, is the excitement over in Louisville? Not by a longshot! We suggest starting at the Kentucky Derby Museum where you [...]

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Kentucky Derby Festival and Thunder Over Louisville

April 22, 2010

Thunder Over Louisville opens the Kentucky Derby Festival events, climaxing with the greatest two minutes in sports – the Kentucky Derby. Rated as one of the top 100 events in North America, the Derby Festival’s Opening Ceremonies is truly a sight to behold. And each year, more than 500,000 eager thrill-seekers do just that. The [...]

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Welcome to the Louisville Bed and Breakfast Association’s New Blog

April 5, 2010

Welcome to the Louisville Bed & Breakfast Association’s new blog! We are very excited to have this opportunity to chat with you about all the wonderful things you can do here in Louisville. While we are most famous for that first Saturday in May, there are ample opportunities to enjoy a visit throughout the year. [...]

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