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8 Sunflower Fields Near the Twin Cities
Nearby Sunflower Fields Sunflower season is upon us. It's a beautiful time of year, but it doesn't last long. Sunflower
A Summer Weekend Exploring Duluth’s Hidden Gems
I absolutely love spending time in Duluth, whether it’s a quick stop on our way to Grand Marais or a
18 Free Things to Do in the Twin Cities
Minneapolis and St. Paul have so much to offer, and so many of the best things to do are totally
8 Reasons to Love Thrifty Traveler
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5 Reasons to Visit Big Rock Creek
Did you know that nestled just a few miles north of Taylors Falls is one of the most historic pieces
How to Plan a Trip to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (for Beginners)
Minnesota's Best Kept SecretThe Boundary Waters Canoe Area in northern Minnesota is an oasis of more than one million acres
10 Top Things to Do in Chicago (72 Hours)
Chicago, the Windy City Chicago is an incredible city with a seriously impressive food scene, tons of breweries, a historic
10 Awesome Things to Do in Richfield, Minnesota
Richfield is a Great TownRichfield, Minnesota's slogan is the "urban hometown," and it's a perfect way to describe it. Richfield
9 Must-Do Things in Madison, Wisconsin
Wisconsin's Capital CityMadison is Wisconsin's capital city and it's just over four hours from the Twin Cities making it a
10 Best Things to Do in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Is Milwaukee the Midwest's Hidden Gem? Milwaukee, Wisconsin may be one of the midwest's best-kept secrets. This underrated, laidback city
7 Great Things to Do in La Crosse, Wisconsin
Plan Your Trip to La Crosse, Wisconsin La Crosse, Wisconsin is a cute river town just over one hour from
12 Best Summer Road Trips from Minneapolis, Minnesota
We've made it through another Minnesota winter and can now enjoy summer in this beautiful state. From waterfalls and rooftop
27 Fun Things to Do in St. Paul, Minnesota
Is St. Paul the Better of the Twin Cities?Over the years, the Twin Cities have gained national attention for being
How to Spend 7 Epic Days in Paris
Paris is the Heart of Europe Paris is an incredibly romantic city with charming cobblestone streets and a vibrant history.
5 Best Day Trips from Paris
Awesome Paris Day TripsWhile Paris is an absolutely incredible city, sometimes it's fun to get away from the crowds and
7 Best Things to Do in Ely, Minnesota
Visit Ely, Minnesota in Any SeasonEly is a quaint, small town deep in the Northwoods of Minnesota. It's the gateway
6 Unique Minnesota Airbnb Homes
Unique and beautiful Airbnb homes can be found all over Minnesota. If you’re looking for a special vacation without having
15 Great Things to Do in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester is Totally UnderratedMy husband grew up just 15 minutes outside of Rochester, so I've been lucky to have spent
Minnesota Camper Van Rental (5 Things to Know)
Where to Rent Your Minnesota Camper Van I recently went on my first camper van trip with my dog, Ole
Epic Spring Break Things to Do in Minnesota
Enjoy Spring Break in Minnesota While many spring break trips bring people to Florida beaches or Colorado ski mountains, there
5 Unique Minnesota Winter Events
Consistently ranked as one of the healthiest and fittest cities in the United States, the Twin Cities offer a plethora
72 Hours Exploring LA with Locals
Los Angeles, an Intriguing UtopiaTwo of our friends moved to LA about seven years ago and last month we flew
10 Travel Books To Give You Wanderlust
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Most Unique Airbnb on Minnesota’s North Shore
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Best Things to Do in Washington D.C.
Washington D.C. Is MagicalI grew up on Long Island and Washington D.C. is just over a four-hour drive from my
Cozy Winter Getaway to Stillwater, Minnesota
Stillwater is Such a Quaint TownStillwater is an adorable, quaint town nestled along the St. Croix River. The downtown area
9 Reasons to Visit Crosby, Minnesota During Winter
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18 Awesome Things to Do in Minneapolis
Minneapolis is the Midwest's Cultural HubOver the years, the Twin Cities have gained national attention for being the midwest center
20 Must-See Places Along Minnesota’s North Shore
Minnesota's North Shore Is BreathtakingLake Superior’s North Shore is a truly magical place. Parts of the North Shore remind me
2021 Holiday Gift Guide with Discount Codes
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Top 5 Minnesota Winter Destinations
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14 Awesome Things to Do in Duluth, Minnesota
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12 Awesome Things to Do in Burnsville, Minnesota
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An Honest Rumpl Blanket Review
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4 Reasons to Visit the Renaissance Festival
The Renaissance Festival is Super Unique In 2021, the Renaissance Festival celebrates its 50th anniversary in Shakopee, Minnesota. The Renaissance
How to Spend One Day in Victoria, Minnesota
Victoria is a Cute Town Rich in History Just 30 minutes west of downtown Minneapolis is the quaint town of
7 Reasons to Visit the Afton Apple Orchard
Apple Orchards are a Great Fall ActivityVisiting an apple orchard and picking your own apples is a Minnesota tradition, and
Best Things to Do in Hastings, Minnesota
Hastings is a True Gem Hastings is a great town located just 25 minutes south of St. Paul. As you enter
5 Reasons to Visit the Minnesota State Fair
The Great Minnesota Get-Together Many people refer to the Minnesota State Fair as the Great Minnesota Get-Together or the 12
Visit Northern Wisconsin and Ironwood, Michigan
Vilas County and Ironwood, Michigan I recently took a trip to Vilas County in northern Wisconsin, and Ironwood, Michigan, which
13 Quirky Things to Do in Wisconsin Dells
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48 Hours in Minnesota’s Bluff Country
Spend a Weekend in Bluff Country Minnesota's Bluff Country is an incredible part of our state. While it's a great
12 Unmissable Things to Do in Mantorville
Mantorville, More Than Meets the Eye Mantorville is a small, unassuming town. But if you take the time to explore
10 Reasons to Visit Ruttger’s Bay Lake Resort
Something to Do for the Whole Family Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort is located just two hours north of Minneapolis. First
15 Unique Things to Do in Faribault
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110+ Things to Do in the Berkshires
The Berkshires, a Truly Special Place The Berkshires is a rural region located in western Massachusetts. Many restaurants, hotels, and
10 Great Reasons to Visit Waseca
Waseca, a Small Town with a Big Personality Waseca is known for its comfortable and friendly atmosphere, and it's just
8 Fun Things to Do in Alexandria
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8 Fun Things to Do in Luverne, Minnesota
Ladies Camping Trip in Luverne Would you drive over three hours to take a camping trip with 20 strangers? I
Inspiration for Your Day Trip to Northfield, Minnesota
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9 Epic State Parks Along the North Shore
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10 Great Reasons to Visit Cook County
Cook County is the North Shore's Most Northern SpotCook County is the most northern part of the North Shore. It
14 Awesome Things to Do in Otter Tail County
The Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener In partnership with Explore Minnesota, I was invited to Otter Tail County to celebrate the
How to Spend a Spring Day in Stillwater
Stillwater is a Historic and Charming TownStillwater is a special place with an adorable, quaint town nestled along the St.
10 Reasons to Visit Pine City
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Ultimate Minneapolis Brewery Bike Tour
See the Cities in a Unique Way The Twin Cities are known for having a ton of incredible breweries. What
Best Things to Do in Grand Marais, Minnesota
Don’t Wait to Visit Grand Marais Like We Did I can’t believe I’ve lived in Minnesota since 2011, and my
18 of the Best Instagrammable Minneapolis Murals
Find the Best Murals in Minneapolis The Twin Cities have a lively art and music scene, and the painted murals
12 Best Things to Do in Taylors Falls, MN
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Local Travel Writers Share Their 35 Favorite MN Parks
Expert Advice from Those Who Know Best I've partnered with local Minnesota travel writers who love walking, hiking and exploring
Ultimate 7 Day Midwest Road Trip
Taking My First Road Trip This past March, Nic and I took a road trip. Starting from the Twin Cities,
Epic Things to Do in Stillwater, Minnesota
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8 Incredible Waterfalls Near the Twin Cities
Waterfalls are Breathtaking in Any SeasonI love waterfalls and if I can find a hike that includes one, I'm all
11 Winter Things to Do in Mankato, Minnesota
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80+ Dog-Friendly Things to Do in Minnesota
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Romantic Things to Do in the Twin Cities
Get Romantic with Your SweetieEven with frigid temperatures in Minnesota, there are plenty of ways to snuggle up and get
Best Winter Things to Do in Stillwater, Minnesota
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A Duluth Winter Weekend Getaway
Visiting Duluth in the Winter is MagicalLast weekend Nic and I went on a quick getaway to Duluth. We left
12 Great Twin Cities Parks for Cross-Country Skiing
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5 Tips for Traveling More Often in 2021
How to Travel More Often This Year2020 was a difficult year, filled with change, uncertainty, and loss. One thing many
My Experience Flying During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Flying Delta During Covid-19I recently had my first experience flying for the first time in almost a year. Flying during
Hiking and Camping at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Meet Guest Writer Tara of Back Road RamblersTara is a freelance writer and travel blogger with a passion for outdoor
Minnesota Winter Survival Guide
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12 Must See Twin Cities Holiday Light Displays
Visit the Best Twin Cities Holiday Light Displays One of my favorite things about the holidays is the beautiful light
Learning How to Make Hard Cider from Apples
Making Hard Cider from Apples is Becoming Very Popular in the Twin CitiesThe cider-making industry in Minnesota is just over
7 Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling This Winter
Stay Healthy and Safe When TravelingMany of us are starting to think about our holiday travel plans, and I'm no
2020 Holiday Gift Guide for Travelers
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Best Things to Do in Northeast Minneapolis
Northeast Minneapolis is My Favorite NeighborhoodNortheast Minneapolis is one of my favorite neighborhoods in Minnesota and my absolute favorite neighborhood
37 Covid Safe Outdoor Winter Activities in Minnesota
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Surdyk’s Opens New Restaurant in Northeast Minneapolis
Sidebar: New Restaurant in Northeast Minneapolis Surdyk's first opened in 1934 shortly after prohibition ended as a place to buy
Take a Fall Day Trip to Montgomery, MN
Montgomery, MN is the World Kolacky Capital We've been all about exploring hidden gems this year, and Montgomery, MN is
Best Twin Cities Patios for Heated Outdoor Dining
Enjoying the Outdoors If you're anything like me, you're trying to figure out how to extend the fall season and
Lebanon Hills: Where to Find Incredible Fall Colors
Find Beautiful Fall Colors without Leaving the Cities If you've never been to Lebanon Hills, it should definitely be on
Awesome Fall Things to Do in Winona, Minnesota
Winona Stuns in the Fall I always enjoy exploring Minnesota's river towns, like Red Wing, Northfield, and Stillwater, and Winona
How Study Abroad Changed My Life
2020 Has Been a Year Marked by Loss 2020 has been a completely unprecedented year met with tremendous loss in
Awesome Things to Do in Mankato, Minnesota
Enjoy Mankato on a Warm DayMankato is a really cool day trip you can easily take from the Twin Cities
10 Best Things to Do in Red Wing, Minnesota
Red Wing Has a Lot of CharmRed Wing, Minnesota is about one hour Southeast of downtown Minneapolis. Known for its
Hike Pike Island Loop at Fort Snelling State Park
Hike the Pike Island LoopThere are many beautiful places to hike in Minnesota, but the Pike Island trail is a
Affordable Things to Do in St. Cloud, Minnesota
Take a Day Trip to Granite City There are so many great things to do in St. Cloud, and it's
6 Fun Things to Do for Fall in Minnesota
Fall is an Incredible Season in MinnesotaThere are so many great things to do for fall in Minnesota, it is
The 10 Best Fall Day Trips to Take in Minnesota
Minnesota is a beautiful place year-round, but the fall is an especially gorgeous season here. The cooler air and the
Visit One of the Best Cabin Towns in Wisconsin
A Summer Getaway to Birchwood, WisconsinWe all know Minnesota is the land of 10,000 lakes, but if you're looking to
Best Things to Do in Bayfield, Wisconsin
Bayfield, Wisconsin is a Great Place to VacationBayfield is a super cute waterfront town in Wisconsin, about one hour and
7 Creative Ways to Enjoy Minnesota’s Summer
The Minnesota Summer Season Has Arrived As the heat rages on, it can be tricky to find ways to stay
Unique Things to Do in Blue Earth for One Day
A Quiet, Quaint River Town Blue Earth's motto is "Earth so rich the city grows." My mother-in-law grew up in
Explore St. Paul’s Beautiful Hidden Gem
Explore St. Paul’s Quieter SideWhen you’re entering the tenth week of quarantine, you start to discover all sorts of new
Self-Guided Brooklyn Bike Tour
Rent Bikes and Visit the Brooklyn Bridge One of the coolest things I’ve done in NYC was rent bikes and
10 Best Things to Do in Austin, Texas
Austin, Texas is a Great City My mom and I recently took a trip to Austin, Texas and there is
10 Great Things to Do in Seattle
There's so Much to See in Seattle I've been to Seattle twice and both times I loved it. There is