61 articles tagged with midwest travel
The Mississippi River stretched before me like a ribbon of copper in the late afternoon sun, its banks aflame with autumn foliage. Standing at the edge of Munsinger Gardens, I took a deep breath of crisp Minnesota air and felt...
The forecast for Independence, Missouri: 100% chance of family fun with historical thunderclaps that'll rumble through your kids' imagination. As someone who traded spreadsheets for cloud patterns at 25, I've found that places with deep historical roots often have the...
I'll be honest—when my college friend Mia invited me to her hometown of Enid, Oklahoma for a weekend visit, my first thought was, *'Is there actually anything to do there?'* Turns out, this charming prairie city tucked away in north-central...
G'day, fellow travel enthusiasts! Who would've thought that nestled in the heart of America's Midwest is a vibrant little city nicknamed after my favorite Big Apple, but with a fraction of the cost and crowds? Manhattan, Kansas—affectionately called 'The Little...
As someone who finds beauty in the patterns of urban planning, Evansville, Indiana presents a fascinating case study in riverside transportation infrastructure. After spending a week analyzing this Ohio River city's movement systems, I've compiled a comprehensive guide that balances...
When most travelers think of coastal getaways, Cincinnati isn't exactly top of mind. But this midwestern gem straddling the Ohio River captured my heart during a recent autumn weekend when I traded my usual seaside haunts for urban exploration. What...
When most people think of Rochester, Minnesota, the world-renowned Mayo Clinic immediately comes to mind. But as someone who's visited this charming city multiple times while supporting friends through medical treatments, I've discovered there's so much more to experience here—especially...
When most travelers plot their summer getaways, North Dakota rarely tops the list—and that's precisely why it should be on yours. As someone who's spent years documenting the subtle mechanics of seasonal changes across America's landscapes, I've developed a special...
There's a particular magic to places that defy your expectations. West Des Moines, nestled in Iowa's heartland, is precisely that kind of surprise – a place where cosmic wonder meets midwestern warmth. As someone who's tracked stars across five continents,...
¡Hola, aventureros! There's something magical about autumn in the Midwest that keeps pulling me back year after year. The fiery canvas of changing leaves, the crisp morning air that begs for a warm cup of coffee, and the gentle flow...
Coming in for a landing at Brookings Regional Airport (BKX) feels like discovering a secret Midwestern oasis that most travelers fly right over. As a pilot who's touched down on six continents, I've developed a particular appreciation for destinations that...
Growing up in Laredo, I never imagined I'd find myself waxing poetic about a small college town in the Midwest. Yet here I am, fresh from a weekend in Ames, Iowa, with my wallet still surprisingly intact and a camera...
Alright mates, I'll be straight with ya - when my design gig first brought me to the Midwest, I wasn't exactly buzzing about Iowa. But after a proper wander through Council Bluffs, I'm well chuffed to report this riverside gem...
There's something wonderfully liberating about standing beneath the gleaming Gateway Arch as a solo traveler, watching the Mississippi River flow past while plotting your adventure through a city that perfectly balances Midwestern warmth with cosmopolitan flair. While I typically document...
When most travelers think of iconic American cities to photograph, Milwaukee rarely tops the list. That's precisely why I'm here to change your perspective. As someone who balances financial planning with strategic travel experiences, I've found Milwaukee to be one...
