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My nephew Liam has always been what you might call an old soul. He is as comfortable with my friends as he is with his own, speaks multiple languages, practices the piano without argument, and actually gets along with his parents. It's easy to forget how young he is sometimes. But if there is one thing that truly brings out the 11-year-old in him, it's roller coasters.

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By Mike Smith

May 1, 2008

<p>The Meridian 411 has a spacious flying bridge, clean sightlines, a comfortable interior, and is easy to get around. She sleeps six people and is ideal for a long weekend cruise.</p>

The Meridian 411 has a spacious flying bridge, clean sightlines, a comfortable interior, and is easy to get around. She sleeps six people and is ideal for a long weekend cruise.

Put-in-Bay was once considered an adult vacation spot, but attractions like the crystal cave, carousel, winery, minigolf, and myriad restaurants now make it fun for the whole family.

There’s no need to point visitors toward Canada: Put-in-Bay is located just five miles south of it.

Liam could barely contain his excitement while winding down at Famous Dave’s BBQ, which is located inside the marina.

The marina at Cedar Point is a couple hundred yards away from some of the tallest and fastest roller coasters in the world.

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A vintage, low-angle historical photograph of a military Patrol Boat River (PBR) cruising through choppy river water. The dark, camouflage-painted combat vessel features a rounded black hull with a red bottom, kicking up a white water spray from its hull. Soldiers wearing military helmets and gear are visible on board, with a crewman stationed at the helm beneath a black canvas canopy structure equipped with antennas and a radar unit. An American flag flies prominently from the stern, and a machine gun mount is positioned at the back of the vessel under an overcast sky.

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A scenic, eye-level perspective looking down a busy historic canal waterway in Amsterdam. Long, traditional houseboats line both sides of the canal banks, some featuring lush container gardens and potted plants on their roofs. The water reflects the cloudy sky above. Dense rows of vibrant green trees frame the canal, partially shading cobblestone streets, brick townhomes, parked bicycles, and a cafe terrace on the right. In the distance, a low arched bridge spans across the water under an overcast, dramatic sky.

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A close-up, high-angle view of the bow of a luxury motor yacht moored on calm water. The bow features highly polished, varnished mahogany wood decking with a stainless steel bow rail, a prominent chrome anchor mounted at the stem, and two braided blue dock lines stretching diagonally across the frame.

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A close-up, selective-focus shot of a black marine compass dial illuminated at night. Bold white numbers indicate bearings for 300, 330, and 0 (North), with a yellow arrow symbol pointing toward the North marker beneath a bright reflection on the glass.

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