Louisville Family Travel
Museums, baseball, food, and fun in Kentucky’s biggest city
Episode 87 – The Family Vacationer with Rob and Danny
This week, Rob and Danny head to Louisville, Kentucky—home of the Kentucky Derby, Louisville Slugger, and a whole lot more for families. From hands-on museums to local restaurants to neighborhoods packed with personality, Louisville offers a surprising number of ways to keep both kids and adults engaged.
🎙️ In this episode:
- Why Louisville is more than just bourbon and horse racing
- A parent-approved breakdown of the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
- Visiting the Kentucky Science Center and Louisville Zoo with kids
- Where to get your chocolate fix: the Ehrler’s Ice Cream shoutout
- Iconic spots like the Big Four Bridge, Slugger Field, and the Muhammad Ali Center
- Which neighborhoods are great for families, including NuLu and the Highlands
- Tips for enjoying the city’s urban park system (designed by Frederick Law Olmsted!)
- Local events and why Louisville is a great destination year-round
- Favorite food spots from breakfast to barbecue—plus a tip on bourbon slushies for adults
Whether you’re road-tripping through the South or looking for an affordable city getaway with your crew, Louisville delivers culture, sports, food, and memory-making attractions that hit the sweet spot for traveling families.
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The Family Vacationer
The Family Vacationer is a weekly podcast helping families travel smarter, spend better, and create lasting memories together. Hosted by Rob and Traci, the show features expert interviews, real-life stories, and practical tips for planning meaningful, family-first adventures. From hidden gems to budget hacks, it's a must-listen for parents who want stress-free, joy-filled travel.
Meet the Hosts
Growing up, Rob Jones mainly traveled to Florida for vacation. Those family trips to Orlando and the Gulf Coast are cherished memories that influence him to this day. His entire professional career has involved travel. From working in the music business to event marketing, Rob has traveled to 46 states and five countries. Rob has been married to his wife, Traci, for 16 years and they love to travel with their three children: Ruthie, Nash, and Chase.
Traci's been shaking up the Dawson County School System for four years now, injecting it with her unique brand of energy and enthusiasm. When she's not molding young minds, you'll find her co-conspiring with her sister at Seasonal Events and Design—because who doesn't love a good party?
She's a self-proclaimed beach aficionado, never meeting a sandy shore she didn't instantly click with. And let's not forget her partner-in-crime for the past eighteen years, Rob, who's been keeping up with her antics and their three beautiful troublemakers—Ruthie, Chase, and Nash. Together, they're a whirlwind of chaos, laughter, and love.
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