Hey all! Today kicks off our annual road trip to theme parks and roadside attractions, and this year, we're returning to the Midwest parks! During our journey, we came across a familiar cartoon character dressed in British attire at a highway exit in Gas City, Indiana—British Garfield! This "British Garfield" is a life-sized statue of the famous cartoon character located outside Payne's English Restaurant. Research indicates that this is just one of 14 Garfield characters dre

Today marked the beginning of my annual roller coaster road trip. It was my first time visiting Indiana Beach and my first visit to an amusement park since the mask mandates were lifted. Thanks to businessman Gene Staples, who bought the park when Apex was about to close it permanently, I had the opportunity to experience Indiana Beach. Now, let's move on to the trip report. After stopping at Indiana Beach campground to set up my tent for the night, I proceeded to the park. D