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Top 10 Best Things to Do in Minneapolis

January 20, 2023

Blog, Destinations, Minnesota, North America, Uncategorized, USA

Minneapolis is a gem of a city. Hardly ever spoken in the same breath as Chicago or Boston, and yet Minneapolis has just as much to do. Marrying the feeling of an east-coast city with the friendliness of the w... Read More...

Visit the Stunning Bridges of Madison County Roadtrip

Fleur

September 7, 2022

Blog, Destinations, Iowa, North America, Uncategorized, USA

There is a surprising amount to do in Iowa, and one of the very best things to do is head out on a Bridges of Madison County Roadtrip. Yes, these are the same bridges that are the subject of the famous (and sa... Read More...

Best 10 Things to Do in Iowa: Your Iowa Resource

Fleur

July 29, 2022

Blog, Destinations, Iowa, North America, Uncategorized, USA

1. Effigy Mounds National Park The only National Park in Iowa! Effigy Mounds is a fantastic place for some relatively easy hiking, a place to stretch your legs, and to learn a little history. I loved the to... Read More...

View of the Mississippi River from above

June ’22 Travel Report (Mississippi River, Iowa City, Dubuque, Wisconsin)

Fleur

June 27, 2022

Blog, Destinations, Iowa, Monthly Travel Reports, North America, Travel Guides, Uncategorized, USA, Wisconsin

I'm trying something new - writing these contemporaneously! Sometimes by the time I get around to writing these entries I've almost forgotten what I've done it's such a whirlwind. I love each and every one of ... Read More...

Roadtrip through Iowa stop at the Old Capital building in Iowa iCity

Epic Roadtrip through Iowa: Gems You Won’t Find in a Book!

Fleur

June 20, 2022

Blog, Destinations, Iowa, Itineraries, North America, Travel Guides, Uncategorized, USA

Iowa is generally treated as a state you pass through. And even then, there is a general understanding that there's not too much to do here. After living in Iowa for two years, and tons of research, I've disco... Read More...

A view of the 1850s Tuttle Cabin in Pella Iowa

Pella Tulip Festival Experience: The Most INCREDIBLE Event in Iowa

Fleur

May 17, 2022

Blog, Destinations, Iowa, North America, Uncategorized, USA

When I say this place blew me away I'm not kidding. I have enjoyed my time visiting Iowa's state parks and exploring its larger towns such as Iowa City. The me of last month would never guess that my favorite ... Read More...

View from the inside of Dancehall Cave at Maquoketa State Park Iowa Caves

Iowa Caves: Best Iowa State Park! Amazing Maquoketa Caves

Fleur

April 24, 2022

Blog, Destinations, Iowa, North America, Uncategorized, USA

Iowa Caves? Caves in Iowa? It turns out the best Iowa State Park is also, perhaps, the most unique state park in “The Hawkeye” State. Maquoketa Caves State Park is well put together, with a variety of sites to... Read More...

Visit George Wyth State Park, A Great Iowa Gem

Fleur

March 27, 2022

Blog, Destinations, Iowa, North America, Uncategorized, USA

The trend of visiting Iowa State Parks continues (check out my guide to Backbone State Park). This particular park is nicely located next to one of the bigger areas of Iowa, near Waterloo and Cedar Falls. So, ... Read More...

Hiking Backbone State Park (A Guide to an Iowa Treasure)

Fleur

March 19, 2022

Blog, Destinations, Iowa, North America, Uncategorized, USA

Iowa in general is an underrated state - and at times it feels almost impossible to find guidebooks or things written about the great things to do here. So, I am endeavoring for the next few months to visit as... Read More...

Best 5 Things to Do in Kansas City (It’s Full of Fun!)

Fleur

March 9, 2022

Blog, Destinations, Kansas, Missouri, North America, Uncategorized, USA

Kansas City is a shockingly underrated city. There's a lot to do, great places to eat - but above all the culture seems so distinct. It's as though Kansas City is living in its own vintage wonderland - so chec... Read More...

2022 Travel
January: Iowa

February: Minneapolis

March: Backbone State Park, Lake MacBride State Park, Palisades-Kepler State Park

April: Maquoketa Caves State Park, Pine Forest State Park

May: Pella, Chicago, Amana Colonies, Covered Bridges of Madison County

June: Dubuque, Iowa City, Ledges State Park, Pikes Peak and Wyalusing State Parks

July: The Philippines + Omaha, Loess Hills, Kansas City, Indian Caves State Park, Milwaukee

August: Minneapolis, Mississippi River Cruise, Tama Powwow, potential train trip

September: Settling in to Minneapolis

October: Iceland or Rhine River Cruise

November: North Dakota

December: Spain

A Night in Paris: 8 Hours of Misery on the Seine

Top 10 Best Things to Do in Minneapolis

Ulleungdo Travel Guide: Trip of a Lifetime in Korea

Hadong Travel Guide: The Most Underrated Destination in Korea

What to Pack for Korea: Best Vacation and All You Need

Visit the Stunning Bridges of Madison County Roadtrip

August ’22 Travel Report: Mississippi River and Minneapolis

Travel Update March ‘22 (Iowa State Parks!)

Hadong Travel Guide: The Most Underrated Destination in Korea

August ’22 Travel Report: Mississippi River and Minneapolis

July Travel Experiences (Nebraska, Kansas City, Minneapolis, Elk Farms, Winery Camping)

Top 10 Best Things to Do in Minneapolis

Visit the Stunning Bridges of Madison County Roadtrip

Best 10 Things to Do in Iowa: Your Iowa Resource

June ’22 Travel Report (Mississippi River, Iowa City, Dubuque, Wisconsin)

Epic Roadtrip through Iowa: Gems You Won’t Find in a Book!

Pella Tulip Festival Experience: The Most INCREDIBLE Event in Iowa

Iowa Caves: Best Iowa State Park! Amazing Maquoketa Caves

Visit George Wyth State Park, A Great Iowa Gem

Hiking Backbone State Park (A Guide to an Iowa Treasure)

Best 5 Things to Do in Kansas City (It’s Full of Fun!)

Top 10 Best Things to Do in Minneapolis

Ulleungdo Travel Guide: Trip of a Lifetime in Korea

Hadong Travel Guide: The Most Underrated Destination in Korea

What to Pack for Korea: Best Vacation and All You Need

Visit the Stunning Bridges of Madison County Roadtrip

August ’22 Travel Report: Mississippi River and Minneapolis