Enjoy These Very Fine Instagrammers Rocking the #CincyRefined Hashtag

All you gotta do is tag your excellent Instagram photos with #CincyRefined, and we'll scope you out. Props to these peeps for doing a great job behind the lens!

10 Irish-Themed Bars to Enjoy This St. Patrick's Day

St. Patrick's Day is nearly here, so here are 10 Irish-themed bars around the area that'll pour you a Guinness (or two, or three) to celebrate the holiday.

Round Trip Flights to Savannah From CVG Are Surprisingly Inexpensive

Forbes called Savannah, GA one of the 10 coolest cities to visit in 2018, and after playing around with the dates on Allegiant Air's website, you can get there with less than $100 round trip flights from CVG if you schedule for this spring or summer.

A Walk Through the Historic Showboat Majestic Before It Leaves

As Showboat Majestic prepares to leave Cincinnati for the shores of Adams County, we look back on how the 1920s boat got to our shores and what it's been doing this whole time.

The Oldest Commercial Winery in America Is an Hour From Cincy

There are over 8,000 wineries across the country, but only 22 are on the National Register of historic places. Baker-Bird Winery in Augusta, KY is one of them.

Never Before Seen In the US, a Fantastic Egypt Exhibit Comes to Cincy

The United States finally receives the premier traveling exhibit on ancient Egypt, and of course its first stop is at the Cincinnati Museum Center.

Getting to Know the City of Norwood

We took a drive through Norwood and explored many of its key spots that include everything from restaurants to its Native American earthwork.

Going Inside Eden Park's Historic 19th Century Pumping Station

Completed in 1894, Eden Park's Pumping Station No. 7 has had a few different jobs over the last century. We went inside to see what we could find.

A Historic Mansion-Turned-B&B Accommodates Guests (And Ghosts)

Whether you believe in ghosts or not, the Schenck Mansion Bed & Breakfast is a very nice place to rest your head for the night. And it's only an hour from Cincinnati in Vevay, Indiana.

Let the Cincy Zoo Take You On One of Four Adventures Around the World

The Cincinnati Zoo has a travel series that will disrupt the mundanity of daily life with something wildly more fun.

Eat Your Way Through Ohio on This 300 Mile Road Trip

Get in—were goin' on a delicious road trip.

Cincinnatians Don't Have to Cross the Country to Ski Some Slopes

Are the ski slopes calling your name? You're likely not too terribly far from them.

Cincy Escapes: Fly to Denver From CVG for Cheap

Getting a bit of cabin fever here in the Queen City? It may be time to book your next escape from Cincinnati to the Mile High City. Frontier Airlines has flights from CVG that are as low as $56.

Local Paranormal Researchers Hunt Alien Mine Creatures in New Series

We've watched the first two episodes of 'Hellier,' a docu-series by local paranormal investigators, and we cannot wait to see the rest!

Lemons Into Lemonade: An Oakley Home Totally Transformed

This is the cutest home renovation you'll see all day.

Mapping Cincinnati's Five Historic, Long-Gone Inclines

Though Cincinnati had a total of five inclined planes, they were all only open at the same time for a total of six years (1892 to 1898). We mapped out each one so curious people today can understand where they were.

Asheville Is a Perfect Weekend Getaway Less Than 6 Hours From Cincy

This isn't your definitive guide, but it'll give you a damn good head start on your itinerary for the weekend.

Road ID Saves Lives From Within an Incredible Covington Office

As it turns out, this local wearable identification company has an interesting history, as well as an office that's very easy on the eyes.

Cincy's Beloved Traveling Ferris Wheel "Might Not Ever Leave"

And, to be frank, we hope it stays here indefinitely.

Huge Glowing Sculptures Celebrate Chinese Culture 2 Hours North of Cincy

I mean, c'mon. What's more photogenic than an oversized, glowing, colorful dragon in the middle of the park at night?

Photos: We Drove 2 Hours to See the Christmas Cave

Well now, this is a different take on a classic holiday.

These Cabins With Lengthy Histories Are Also Where "Happy Birthday" Was First Sung

How many museums teach you about art and then let you take home your very own masterpiece?

6 Fantastic Lexington Breweries Worth the 2-Hour Drive

When you've drank the town dry, head south to Lexington and enjoy the ales and IPA of the Horse Capital of the World.

Stay the Night in the 'A Christmas Story' House That's 4 Hours From Cincy

We spent the night at the 'A Christmas Story' house in Cleveland and managed to avoid shooting an eye out.

A Benevolent Organization 3 Hours West of Cincy Rescues Exotic Cats

We're not lion when we say the Exotic Feline Rescue Center is full of majestic cats.

Kentucky's State Capital Is Small, Historic, and Worth Visiting

It’s the fourth smallest state capital in the United States, and sometimes you need a little visit to get a dose of some small-town charm.

Preview Three Fabulous Houses on the OTR Holiday Home Tour

The OTR Holiday Home Tour is shaping up to be one of the better home tours this year. Over 15 homeowners in the neighborhood are opening their doors to ticket-holders. Here are three you'll see if you attend.

Traveling to Columbus? Stay at This Unbelievably Gorgeous Hotel

Architectural Digest has dubbed this hotel, "The most beautiful hotel in Ohio.”

Cincy's Ambitious Urban Trail Project Took a Huge Step Forward

Wasson Way is already connecting communities, but it has plans to grow. Let's take a quick look at what's built and what's to come.

Finding the Skyline That's Farthest Away From Home

"Excuse me, do you know where I can find the farthest Skyline?"

Rising Star’s Christmas Casino Is All in on Holiday Spirit This Year

Bet big on Christmas this year and head to Rising Sun, Indiana where Rising Star Casino has more holiday cheer than Santa Claus holding a Royal Flush.

An Old City North of Cincy Is Full of Art and Old Architecture

There’s more to this small Ohio town than meets the eye.

The National Veterans Memorial Is Also an Architectural Treasure

Columbus is home to one of the newest and most original memorials to American Veterans in the country.

Landor's Picture Window Will Lead You on a Journey Through the City

Take a free tour through the Queen City by scanning a QR code on a window at 7th and Race Streets.

A Walk Through the Downtown of One of Kentucky's Fast-Growing Cities

Not even a full two hours from Cincinnati, Lexington is one of Kentucky's fast-growing cities that has dense urban core full of things to see and do.

Exploring the Aging, Crumbling Western Hills Viaduct on Foot

Built around the same time as Union Terminal, Cincinnati's Western Hills Viaduct could definitely use a refresh. We walked it so you don't have to...

What Makes Miami University the “Most Beautiful Campus There Ever Was”

It’s as close to a perfect campus as you can get. Just ask Robert Frost.

The Reputed Birthplace of Bourbon Is Full of Interesting Things to Do and See

Georgetown has the best of both worlds: small town charm with big city fun.

Drive Your Car Onto This Boat and Gain 40 Extra Minutes

It cuts a 45-minute drive down to five minutes, you get to park your Prius on a boat, and you can enjoy sailing on the Ohio River for $5.

Coshocton, OH Has a Lighthouse, Trains, a Canal, and so Much More

This Ohio city is the perfect weekend getaway if you’re looking for antique-shopping, wine, nature, and plenty of history.

Two Huber Family Attractions in Indiana Have Fall Festivities Covered

Joe Huber’s Family Farm & Restaurant and Huber’s Orchard, Winery & Vineyards are separate yet equally fun fall havens in this rural Indiana farm town.

Midway Has History, Charm, and a Train That Runs Through the Center of It

You don’t need a (loco)motive to come explore Midway, KY. Take a look for yourself and you’ll see what makes this historic town so interesting.

Cincy Nature Center in the Fall Is the Most Zen Place in Town

Life is hard. Technology is a lot. Take a breather with a walk in the woods at the Cincinnati Nature Center as the leaves change and make friends with the ground. Trust us, you'll feel better afterward.

Some of the World's Most Famous Bells & Clocks Are Forged in Cincy

They’ve stood the test of time by telling it. The ringing in our ears is the resounding echo of what they’ve built. The 175-year-old Verdin Company is now run by its sixth generation of Cincinnati born-and-bred family members.

Nashville, Indiana Is a Cozy Fall Retreat That's Only Two Hours Away

There’s technically more than one Nashville, Indiana (not that I accidentally drove to the cornfield one in Brown Township by mistake), but this particular gallery features the charming town of Little Nashville in Brown County, IN.

Keeneland Is a Captivating Place That’s Less Than an Hour and a Half Away

You don’t have to go into a trip to Keeneland as an equestrian, but you might leave as one.

Shaw Farms Has All the Fall Fun, Including a Giant Corn Maze

Shaw Farms picks over 500 tons of pumpkins annually. That’s just enough selection for you to take home a good gourd.

Antique Hunters Will Easily Drive to Louisville for This Amazing Place

These antiques live inside an old schoolhouse with a history. You can’t get any more perfect than that.

Wrangle up a Partner or Two for the 11th Annual Old West Fest

It's like the Renaissance Festival, only with 110% more outlaws in cowboy hats.

Cincy's Oldest Cemetery Has Lingered Near the River Since 1790

The pioneers who founded Columbia one month before Losantiville (later Cincinnati) came to this spot and were buried on a hill. Their graves still rest beneath that soil today.

Downtown's Dixie Terminal Is a 1920s Masterpiece

Some say it's a "hidden gem." If Dixie Terminal is trying to hide, it could use a few pointers. With all that nearly century-old glitz and glamor sitting in the walls and ceiling, it's impossible to miss.

Why Historic Batesville Makes the Perfect October Day Trip

Ah, Batesville. Not only is it home to a nationally renowned haunted house, it also boasts an escape room, pumpkin carving events, a pumpkin festival, and a restaurant and hotel that celebrates the Bavarian roots of the area.

The Great Pumpkin Race Brought Colorful Squash Buggies to the Banks

Veggie vehicles? Fruitmobiles? Whatever pumpkins are, folks made them into racers and competed to see who did it best.

Exploring What Downtown's Government Square Looked Like 100+ Years Ago

So what do you think? Does Government Square look better today or do you yearn for the days when it looked like this?

Now's the Perfect Time to Walk Covington's Riverside Drive

One of the most beautiful walks you can take in the Queen City is just outside of it.

Piston Society Offers Vintage Bikes & Apparel in a Stylish OTR Space

You don't even have to like motorcycles to appreciate how great Piston Society looks inside.

Hamilton Is Beautifying Fire Hydrants in a Remarkable Way

Cincinnati, the city of endless love for murals, should adopt a similar program to beautify our basic utilities.

Zoofari 2018 Was All about a Journey through the Arctic

Attendees enjoyed a selection of 65 of the best local restaurants, encountered exotic animals, had drinks, and danced all night long—all for a good cause. And let’s just say a few of them needed to be tamed...

Okay, What's the Deal with the Scooters?

Electric scooters are everywhere downtown, and (SPOILER ALERT!) they're awesome.

This Floating Indiana Restaurant Serves Key West Fish in the Midwest

Cincinnati to Key West is over 1,000 miles away as the crow flies. Cincinnati to RiverWatch, a floating restaurant in Indiana known for its blackened Key West grouper, is only 18 miles. Just keep that in mind the next time you want fish.

The Holiday Auto Theatre Is One of the Last Drive-Ins in Ohio

The Holiday Auto Theatre is one of the only drive-ins still running in Ohio, but don’t let its age fool you; newly released features light up the screen on warm, weekend nights during the spring, summer, and fall seasons.

Paddling the Little Miami Is the Greatest Way to Finish Your Summer

This 21-mile kayak trip will take you to multiple river trip companies, three riverfront breweries, and so much more.

An Artist Transforms Some of Cincy's Unique Intersections into Art

Intersections aren't the first thing you think of when you think of "art," but Peter Gorman doesn't see it that way. He sees an opportunity to make them beautiful.

The West Side Is Home to the First-Ever Official Mountain Bike Trail in Hamilton County

The next time someone says there's nothing on the West Side, proudly school them with this fact.

15 Cities You Can Fly to from CVG for under $250

We’re already packing our bags. See you there.

Blue Ash Bike Share: Where Does It Go and How Does It Work?

Cincinnati’s first suburban bike share pretty cool. Where Blue Ash can go with it is even cooler.

Please Invite Us over If You Move into This Elegant Main Street OTR Home

Clean. Modern. Sophisticated. 1430 Main Street is the definition of a resplendent urban abode.

Some of the Best Antiquing in Ohio Can Be Done in Charming Waynesville

Good restaurants, fine architecture, and some of the best antique and vintage furniture stores you’ll find in the state. Welcome to Waynesville, Ohio.

One of the World's Most Unique Museums Is Hiding in Plain Sight

Why do people from all over the globe come to this little building at Court and Plum Street?

SunWatch Indian Village Transports You To Life In The 13th Century

SunWatch isn’t your typical history museum; it’s dedicated to the bygone days of a 13th century village by reconstructing its houses on the very site they once stood.

Reset Your Busy Life By Spending Labor Day Weekend At This Adult-Only Summer Camp

You’re stressed. Adulting is hard. We get it. Instead of blindly falling into the firework-watching routine of Labor Day this year, get yourself to Camp Spark for a little R&R and creative rejuvenation.

When Visiting Yellow Springs, Here's Where You Might Run Into Dave Chappelle

Go check out some art, ride a bike, or eat at any number of restaurants. The more time you spend in Yellow Springs, the likelier you are to run into an American stand-up legend.

Exploring Ripley's Important Role In The Underground Railroad

Come for the scenery, stay for the history. Gotta love Ripley, OH.

DevouCycle Lets You Ride Electric Bikes (Among Many Others) Wherever You Want

Get a tandem bike or a full suspension mountain bike and hit whatever road you want for as long as you want. DevouCycle just wants you to enjoy the ride.

Cincy's Century-Old Ghost Ship Haunts The Banks Of The Ohio River

Peering through the overgrowth, you see her–a large, ominous ghost ship sitting along the shore of the Ohio River.

Did You Know About This Beautiful Sunflower Field In Mason?

Woah, woah, woahhold up. That gorgeous sunflower field we keep seeing in our feeds every day is in Mason?

This 127-Acre Kentucky Property Has Been Owned By The Same Family For Over 125 Years

Take a tour inside the Kenneweg's family cabin in Cold Spring, Kentucky.

You Can See Downtown Cincinnati From Summit Park's Observation Tower In Blue Ash

Summit Park is attractive for many reasons. Besides the countless acres of grass and walking paths, extraordinary landscaping, dog park, restaurants, covered lounge areas, and event programming, Blue Ash's gargantuan green space stands out in one particula

Lindner Park & The McCullough Estate Are Two Great Reasons To Visit Norwood

Did you know about this Norwood treasure?

Glamping: It’s Glamorous Camping, And It Rules

The concept is simple. Find a pristine, somewhat remote, untrammeled outdoor landscape, build a minimalist structure, then pimp it out with all the amenities you possibly can.

A Filmmaker Runs An Airbnb Inside His Tudor Mansion (And Makes A Killer Breakfast)

If you’re a traveler looking for an affordable Airbnb, Bella Notte will be an integral part of your Queen City excursion and a truly unique experience you'll be talking and writing about for years to come.

The Largest Aquatic Obstacle Course In The Midwest Is Just 4 Hours Away

Whoazone at Whihala Beach is what dreams are made of... well, my dreams, at least.

Did You Know President Ulysses S. Grant Was Born 25 Miles From Cincy?

The birthplace of the 18th president of the United States is just a quick trip southeast from Cincinnati along the Ohio River. Welcome to Point Pleasant, Ohio.

The RomWeber Marketplace Is A Must-Visit For Those In Need Of Vintage Decor

You’ve probably seen RomWeber furniture beforeon the auction block, in a university dorm, at famed resorts like Mackinac Island’s Grande Hotel. Perhaps you even frequented RomWeber’s bygone September sales at its furniture plant in Batesville. Regardless,

Skip The Lines At Our Favorite Jefferson County Amusement Park

No lines? Sweet deals? World-class thrill rides? Uh, where do we sign up?

Located Inside An Old Train Station, This Place Will Teach You All About Glendale

Don’t know anything about Glendale? Don’t worry. There’s a museum for that.

Welcome To Moonville, A Ghost Town In Southeastern Ohio

Where Your Family Can Catch A Sea Lion Show This Independence Day Weekend

The sea lions put on a heck of a show, but don’t miss the Avian Adventure either!

Burnet Woods Is A Beautiful 89-Acre Green Space Right Next To UC

The park is large enough to connect CUF to Clifton, and it provides a beautiful path through nature from UC to the Clifton Gaslight Business District.

Head An Hour West Of Cincy To Experience The Beauty Of Brookville Lake’s Hiking Trails

Grab a water bottle and your favorite hiking boots. We’re going to Indiana.

Ohio Caverns Is A Natural Phenomenon That’s Less Than Two Hours North Of Cincy

Ohio Caverns was discovered in 1897 when 17-year-old farm hand Robert Noffisnger was investigating water disappearing into a sink hole.

Photos From The 2018 Dayton Air Show

The Dayton Air Show took place June 23-24.

Some Of The Best Roller Coasters In The Midwest Are In Louisville

Whether you’re a roller-coaster tycoon or a casual admirer of thrill rides, check out Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay. It’s just 90 minutes away, and it’s one of the best places to spend a weekend this summer.

Why You Should Take A Gander At The The Galloping Goose Cottages

Not ready for a tiny home, that's okay. How about a tiny vacation cottage?

Blackhand Gorge Has Hiking, Biking, And Corgi-Walking On Lock

Bring your biking gear. Bring your hiking shoes. Bring your adorable little dapple corgi. Whatever you bring, just get yourself up to Blackhand Gorge this summer.

A Former Civil War Outpost Was Settled Right Next To Milford Over 150 Years Ago

Camp Dennison, settled next to Milford and Indian Hill, was once a an important Civil War outpost. Today, it's a quiet park supported by unique monuments and a bike trail.