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Exploring the Barberton Christmas Walk: Lights, Local Favorites, and Festive Fun!
This year, we had the chance to experience the Barberton Christmas Walk, and we were so excited to bring along a special guest—Chanda’s niece Chloe, who was visiting from Denver. It had been years since we last attended this event, and we weren’t entirely sure what to expect. Downtown Barberton was alive with holiday cheer,…
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Akron’s Holiday Kickoff: Santa Parade & Lock 3 Grand Reopening!!!
Last night, we braved the snow and headed to downtown Akron for the reopening of Lock 3. It was an event we couldn’t miss, especially since it coincided with the annual Welcome Santa Parade. The park had undergone a massive $17 million renovation, and this was its big debut. Even though we hadn’t initially planned…
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Essential Tips for Exploring London: What’s Changed Since Our Last Visit!
Hey, it’s Wes and Chanda from DinkLife! We were recently at the Lucas Arms Pub in London, just a short walk from our hotel. Since they serve a traditional English Sunday roast only on Sundays, we made it a point to stop in and enjoy the experience. This was actually our second time visiting this…
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Disneyland Paris 2024: What’s New, What’s Changed, and Is It Worth It?
Our day at Disneyland Paris was a mix of nostalgia and discovery. We started our journey bright and early, catching a train from London at 7:04 a.m. The ride, including a transfer, took about five hours, but it was seamless. Arriving at the park was even easier—we simply walked out of the station and headed…
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43nd Annual Akron Holiday Tree Festival – 2024
This past weekend, Chanda and I visited the Akron Children’s Hospital Tree Festival 2024, an event we look forward to every year. If you’re not familiar, it’s a holiday tradition where beautifully decorated Christmas trees, wreaths, and other festive decorations are displayed and sold to benefit a great cause. The timing is intentional—it’s held about…
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Must-Visit in London: Novelty Automation – Satirical Arcade Fun
Hey, it’s Wes and Chanda! Today, we’re at Novelty Automation, a hidden gem in Holborn, London. We stumbled across this place thanks to Matt Richardson’s video (shout-out to him!) and had to check it out. We didn’t know much going in, so it was all a surprise – especially since it’s filled with these crazy,…
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Discovering the Magic of Platform 9¾ at King’s Cross Station!
Hey, it’s Wes and Chanda from DinkLife! Today, we’re checking out King’s Cross Station in London—an absolute must-visit for any Harry Potter fan. This is the spot where you’ll find the famous Platform 9¾, where wizards and witches in the stories would dash through a brick wall to catch the Hogwarts Express. We’re excited to…
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Exploring the Vibrant Camden Market in London
Hey, it’s Wes and Chanda from Dink Life! We’re still exploring London, and today we’re at Camden Market. Even on a gloomy Saturday, this place is buzzing. Camden Market is known for being touristy, but it’s also got a cool, laid-back vibe that draws locals, especially on weekends. Sure, it can get crowded, but if…
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Exploring Our First Day in London: Soho Adventures and a Nightcap at Cahoots
Hey, it’s Wes and Chanda from DinkLife, and after a long, long journey, we’ve finally made it to London! After being awake for so many hours, we needed a little coffee kick just to keep us upright. We were so tired that lying down in the middle of Oxford Street actually sounded tempting! But with…
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Revisiting the Iconic Filming Locations of The Instructor, Shot in Akron, Ohio 45 Years Ago
Hey, it’s Wes, and welcome to DinkLife! Today, I took a trip through Akron, Ohio, revisiting locations from The Instructor, a film shot nearly 45 years ago. This low-budget action classic, written and directed by Don Bendell, tells the story of a local karate teacher—known as “The Instructor”—played by real-life martial artist Bob Chaney. After…
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