One hundred twenty miles southeast from the Twin Cities in Minnesota is the crown jewel of the great river bluffs region in Minnesota: Lanesboro! Lanesboro is a small town with a big reputation for it’s trail system, river activities (Root River) and gorgeous views of the rolling bluffs (especially stunning in the fall time!). My […]

Are you looking for sandy beaches, great food, lake adventures and a getaway somewhere wild? Then the Upper Peninsula of MI (Michigan) should be on your bucket list! We were blown away by the endless beaches (the water was cold, but besides that, it gave me Florida vibes!), historic downtown and gorgeous hikes. If you […]

Tucked away along the Mississippi River and the bluffs is the charming town of Red Wing, MN. You may have heard of Red Wing through the famous shoe brand Red Wing Shoes, named after this cozy town. Red Wing is located in southeastern Minnesota (part of Goodhue County) and it lies along the Mississippi River. […]

Are you looking for a little taste of Germany but not wanting to travel too far? Look no further than New Ulm, MN. Located 90 miles southwest of Minneapolis, New Ulm MN offers a little taste of Germany with it’s food, shops and gatherings like Oktoberfest. New Ulm is nestled along the beautiful Minnesota River […]

I will admit- I have driven through the Chisago Chain of Lakes area (about 30-50 minutes north of Minneapolis) on my way to Duluth or the North Shore. I never thought twice about visiting this unique area. What a big mistake I was making! Over the past couple of years, I have explored towns I […]

We are lucky to be only 30 minutes away from the adorable town of Northfield, MN. When people ask me what my favorite towns in Minnesota are, I will always say Grand Marais, Stillwater, Taylors Falls, Lanesboro and Northfield. Northfield has a special place in my heart because I have been going there since I […]

Are you looking for the best places to stay in MN in Duluth? No matter who you are traveling with, time of year or what the occasion is, the historic Enger’s Lofts in the heart of Duluth’s Lincoln Park Craft District has an option for you! We are lucky to have spent a weekend in […]

Taylors Falls is a small town in Minnesota. It is a popular tourist destination for its natural beauty and the history of its lumber industry. It is located on the banks of the St. Croix River, which separates Minnesota and Wisconsin, near the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The town has been called “The Gateway to […]

Affordable Lakeside Cabin with All the Views! The North Shore of Minnesota gets all the glory for it’s beauty- but the Northwoods of Minnesota is just as gorgeous with so much to offer. We were lucky enough to explore this area during fall time, and it is one of the most beautiful places to view […]

Take a Family Vacation to the Wisconsin Dells Wisconsin dells is a resort located in Wisconsin that offers many family-friendly activities. It is located on the Wisconsin River, and is one of the most popular family vacations in the United States. For those who want to explore the woods, there are nature trails and lakes. […]