Enjoy your trip. We will not be going this year, but when we do go we stay out at Kentucky Lake. It's just a short (20-30 minutes away) and is quiet and serene. Since we live in a rural area the crowds tend to get to me so staying at the lake is a good way to relax and unwind. Food in the courtyard is very expensive but there is a Bob Evans near Hancocks. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes and carry a tote bag. Paducah is a wonderful experience and you will see unbelievable quilts (it makes me want to hide mine).
Enjoy, Carolyn