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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
Plan Your AdventureTaylors Falls, MN is an adorable, unique town with plenty to do. Just one hour north of Minneapolis,
Local Travel Writers Share Their 35 Favorite MN Parks
Expert Advice from Those Who Know BestI'm so excited to celebrate National Walking Day on April 7 by partnering with
Ultimate 7 Day Midwest Road Trip
Taking My First Road TripThis past March, Nic and I took a road trip. Starting from the Twin Cities, we
Epic Things to Do in Stillwater, Minnesota
Such a Quaint TownStillwater is a special place. It's an adorable, quaint town nestled along the St. Croix River. The
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
There is So Much to Do in MankatoLocated just over an hour from the Twin Cities and Rochester, Mankato is
80+ Dog-Friendly Things to Do in Minnesota
Minnesota is a Very Dog-Friendly Place When it comes to spending time with your pup, Minnesota is full of dog-friendly
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
Visit Stillwater in the WinterStillwater has a rich history and is considered the birthplace of Minnesota. In 1848 the first
A Duluth Winter Weekend Getaway
Visiting Duluth in the Winter is Magical Last weekend Nic and I went on a quick getaway to Duluth. We
What Makes Madison, Wisconsin So Special?
Meet Guest Writer Jenna of Jet Lagged Jenna Hi everyone, Jenna here! I was born and raised in Wisconsin, and
12 Great Twin Cities Parks for Cross-Country Skiing
Experience Winter by Cross Country SkiingCross country skiing is one of the best ways to get outside and enjoy winter
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-19 I recently had my first experience flying for the first time in almost a year. Flying
Hiking and Camping at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Meet Guest Writer Tara of Back Road Ramblers Tara is a freelance writer and travel blogger with a passion for
Minnesota Winter Survival Guide
Do Minnesota Winters Deserve Their Bad Reputation? We all know winter in Minnesota can be brutal. With the cloudy gloomy
12 Must See Twin Cities Holiday Light Displays for 2020
Visit the Best Twin Cities Holiday Light Displays One of my favorite things about the holidays is the beautiful light
10 Great Travel Books To Give You Serious Wanderlust
Travel Books That Will Inspire The end of the year is a time for lists and roundups. One of the
Learning How to Make Hard Cider from Apples
Making Hard Cider from Apples is Becoming Very Popular in the Twin Cities The cider making industry in Minnesota is
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
Top 5 Best Places to Visit in Winter in Minnesota
The Best Minnesota Towns to Visit During WinterJust because the weather is getting colder and the days are getting shorter,
2020 Holiday Gift Guide for Travelers
2020 Holiday Gift Guide for Travelers After years of traveling and living abroad, I’ve put together a list of my
What to Do in Northeast Minneapolis for the Day
Wondering What to Do in Northeast Minneapolis? Northeast Minneapolis is one of my favorite neighborhoods in all of Minnesota. It's
37 Covid Safe Outdoor Winter Activities in Minnesota
How to Safely Have Fun During a COVID-19 Winter Winter came early this year with record breaking snow in the middle
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
Best Things to Do in Winona in the FallThis was my first time to Winona, and I absolutely loved it.
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 Day Mankato is a really cool day trip you can easily take from the Twin
Fall 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 Loop There are many beautiful places to hike in Minnesota, but the Pike Island trail is
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 My Favorite 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
We all know Minnesota is the land of 10,000 lakes, but if you're looking to get out of Minnesota and
Downtown Minneapolis Street Art Festival
Art Festival in Downtown Minneapolis is Vibrant, but it Won't Last Long If you're looking for a unique way to
Best Things to Do in Bayfield and the Apostle Islands
A Super Cute Lakefront Town Bayfield is a super cute waterfront town in Wisconsin. It's about one hour and 40
Lake Superior’s North Shore: Unforgettable Spots
Minnesota's North Shore Must-See SpotsI can’t believe I’ve lived in Minnesota for nine years and my husband was born and
How to Explore Hastings, Minnesota in the Summer
A True Hidden Gem Somehow, my husband and I never managed to get to Hastings before last weekend. It's a
How to Spend One Day in Victoria, Minnesota
Just 30 minutes West from downtown Minneapolis, Victoria is an easy drive. This sweet town is filled with scenic views
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
The Mississippi River at Crosby Farm Regional Park Explore St. Paul’s Quieter Side When you’re entering the tenth week of
See the Brooklyn Bridge and Red Hook in a New Way
My family at the base of the Brooklyn Bridge Rent Bikes and Visit the Brooklyn Bridge One of the coolest
Plan Your Weekend Trip to Duluth, Minnesota
Best Things to Do in Duluth, MN for a Weekend Trip I absolutely love going to Duluth for a weekend
Things to Do and Places to Go in Austin, Texas
What to Do in Austin, Texas My mom and I recently took a trip to Austin, Texas and there is
Take a Day Trip to Faribault, Minnesota
How to Plan Your Day Trip to Faribault, Minnesota I'm so excited to help you plan your day trip to
Best Things to do in the Berkshires of Massachusetts
A view of Laura's Tower during a summer hike The Berkshires are a Special Place My family has a lake
What to Do in Seattle for a Weekend Getaway
There's so Much to See in Seattle I've been to Seattle twice and both times I loved it. There is
Find Inspiration for Your Day Trip to Northfield, Minnesota
Plan Your Day Trip to Northfield, Minnesota Northfield, Minnesota is the perfect place for your next day trip. It's a