Midwest Marvels

When I began exploring places to visit in the Midwest USA, I expected a handful of parks and small towns to fill …

When you think of Cairo, Illinois, you probably picture a town frozen in time—abandoned buildings, quiet streets, and echoes of a once-grand …

Tucked away at the southernmost tip of Illinois, where the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers meet, lies a town unlike any other in …

High above the Mississippi River, perched on bluffs overlooking two great waterways, you’ll find one of Illinois’ most unique destinations: Aerie’s Resort …

1. So, Why the Midwest? Yeah, Really. When you think “romantic getaway,” your brain probably skips right to Paris, or maybe some …

Weekend Getaways from Milwaukee: Why You Need One Look, Milwaukee is cool. The craft beers, Summerfest, the lakefront—it’s a solid spot. But …

Best Small-Town Festivals in the USA So here’s the deal—big city festivals? They’re fine. You’ll get the lights, the sound systems, the …

Best Resorts in the Midwest for Couples Okay, picture this: you and your person, completely off the grid (or at least pretending …

Why Travel with a 2-Year-Old? (Yes, It’s Worth It) Alright, let’s get one thing out of the way—yes, traveling with a 2-year-old …

I wasn’t even planning to stop.Just a detour off the highway. One of those “five-minute stretch breaks” that turns into something else. …