As a lifelong Minnesotan, I know just how fantastic the Midwest is, despite the unpleasant national moniker “flyover country.” Right now I’m focused on exploring parts of the Midwest I haven’t seen. I’ve roadtripped to Missouri, Kansas, and Nebraska and have upcoming articles about all three, as well as about destinations in Iowa and North Dakota. I’m writing more about Minnesota and Wisconsin as well. Let me know where I should go next!
Starting out with Kansas City barbecue, find the best food in Kansas’s east. Come on a foodie road trip to discover the best restaurants in Southeast Kansas!
Best restaurants near Lake Nokomis in Minneapolis plus fab coffee and ice cream shops! Get ready for delish and affordable food near Minneapolis’ favorite lake. Each listing indicates availability of vegetarian and vegan options, accessiblity, and whether its a good spot for pets and families.
Let me introduce you to some of the best places to visit in Kansas. You’ll get a taste of the variety, natural beauty, unique sights, and historic charm the Sunflower State has to offer as we take a Midwest road trip full of fun things to do in Southeast Kansas. We’ll hit some of the…
Minneapolis is known as the City of Lakes—we have 22. Lake Nokomis is a popular favorite. Glide across in a swan boat, pedal around in a surrey—there are so many ways to enjoy the lake both on and off the water, from kayaks and canoes to long walks, picnics, and just hanging out. Lake Nokomis…
Visit this free St. Louis sculpture park and fall in love with quirky giant art! It’s an open-air museum (there’s also an indoor exhibition space) with hiking trails, picnic areas, even a woodland. And their events are hugely popular!
Historic Bellefontaine Cemetery is one of the best hidden gems in St. Louis, Missouri, and a personal favorite. The nonprofit, nonsectarian cemetery and arboretum is celebrating its 175th anniversary this year. I recently spent a week seeing the best of St. Louis, and my Bellefontaine Cemetery tour was a highlight. You can get outdoors here…
