When you think of Vermont, what comes to mind? Most likely, the famous New England fall colors that cover the entire state. Vermont is known as the Green Mountain State, and is famous for it’s ski resorts, maple syrup, Mount Mansfield and Green Mountain National Forest. We had to pleasure of exploring Vermont in the […]

If we lived in a world of Octobers, how magical would life be? Unfortunately, fall time is usually short & sweet, with peak colors in one area lasting about 2 weeks. In Minnesota, the most magical time of the year can be considered fall. We love when all the Minnesota forests are painted shades of […]

If there is a state that has surprised me in ways I would never imagine, it would be Michigan. Last summer we took a road trip around the Upper Peninsula near Lake Superior. This summer, we decided to switch things up a bit! We spend a week in the Traverse City area of Michigan, and […]

If you think the Midwest lacks breathtaking views and unique experiences, think again! We explored Eureka Springs, AR and southwestern Missouri’s Ozark Region for a weekend. It was completely unforgettable- we had no idea such a beautiful place was 8 hours south of us in Minnesota! The Ozark Region extends across 5 states: Arkansas, Missouri, […]

This April I took my partner to the North Shore of Minnesota for the very first time. We were excited, being it was both of our first times staying at the Bluefin Bay resort along Lake Superior in Tofte, MN. We had only a weekend, so I was faced with the question: What are the […]

Wine country has been on my places to go for quite some time- save this list of highlights to experience when you travel Sonoma and Napa Valley! We decided to travel the Sonoma and Napa Valley region during our California coast road trip last summer. Both regions are located less than 60 miles northeast of […]

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 […]

We love visiting Lake Superior’s North Shore in MN anytime of year. Eight years ago,we took our first road trip along Highway 61 & we never looked back! Eight years later, we have made some of the most unforgettable memories here. My children have been raised along the North Shore- and I wouldn’t change a […]

What is one thing you enjoy doing no matter where you travel to? One of my favorite things about traveling is trying new food. I especially enjoy coffee shops with an array of coffee flights! Whether they’re hot, iced or seasonal drinks, save this list as your guide to coffee flights in Minneapolis MN and […]

The Black Hills, SD has become one of my favorite family road trips for many reasons: there are so many awesome towns near each other to explore (Keystone, Deadwood, Rapid City, Custer, Wall), gorgeous nature sights (the Badlands, Custer State Park, Wind Cave National Park) and it’s a cheaper family vacation. I want to share […]