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Midwest Travel Itineraries and Tips

Midwest travel itineraries and other travel tips, including Minnesota, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Kansas destination guides plus more Midwest travel inspiration.

Best Weekend Getaways in Michigan: A Local’s Ultimate Guide

December 14, 2022 By Gina
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Best weekend getaways in Michigan, from Traverse City to wine country to small cities.

8 Gorgeous Places in Michigan for an Unforgettable Weekend Trip Michigan just may be the best-kept secret for U.S. travel destinations. My husband grew up in Michigan and all of my in-laws still live there. The first few times my husband took me there after we started … [Read more...]

Best Places for a Girlfriend Getaway in Illinois

May 16, 2023 By Gina
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Take a trip to Illinois with your best girlfriends. We have the best places to see and things to do there.

Bond with Your Besties on a Girls Trip to These Fun Illinois Destinations Illinois has some perfect spots that make for an excellent girl’s getaway. If you’re looking to plan a girl’s trip with your friends, Illinois has plenty of destinations that will fulfill your needs. … [Read more...]

Best Girlfriend Getaways in Missouri for an Epic Trip with Your Besties

May 16, 2023 By Gina
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Best girlfriend getaways spots in Missouri

Where to Go in Missouri for a Girls Trip: Big Cities, Amusement Parks, and All-Inclusive Luxury If you and your besties are thinking about planning a girl’s getaway trip in Missouri, you came to the right place. Whether you’re looking to have a relaxing and calm weekend at a … [Read more...]

Best Girls Weekend in Kansas City: What to Do & Where to Stay

November 12, 2023 By Gina
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How to have the best girls weekend in Kansas City, Missouri

How to Have an Epic, Unforgettable Girls Trip in Kansas City One city that I personally find to be an excellent choice for a girl’s weekend and which is often overlooked is Kansas City, Missouri. If you're here, I'm guessing you're considering a girls trip to Kansas City so … [Read more...]

Local’s Guide for the Best Day Trips from Cincinnati, Ohio

October 3, 2021 By Gina
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Whether you love horses, nature, bourbon, city walks, or farms, you'll find all that and more on this best day trips from Cincinnati list.

7 Epic Day Trips From Cincinnati, Ohio That Are Less Than 3 Hours Away! If you live in the Cincinnati, Ohio area (or are visiting), you are smack dab in the middle of some incredible destinations. These places make for excellent day trips from Cincinnati since they are all … [Read more...]

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