Finding the Best in Midwest Weekend Getaways
When I told T we were headed to visit Sedalia, Missouri, on our way to Branson, he was skeptical! Now, we’re ready to go back when it’s summer to do more exploring! While there are many more things than just three to do in Sedalia, we are starting with these three because it’s what we got to explore and they were pretty great!
While we were hosted by the Hotel Bothwell during our visit to Sedalia. All thoughts and opinions are our own and 100% truthful. For more details, please see the Disclosure Tab.
T and I have driven through Northern Missouri several times on our way to Branson without ever thinking to stop. Then, we got the opportunity to visit Sedalia, MO and escape to the Hotel Bothwell and now, we love us some Northern Missouri!
The Hotel Bothwell opened in June of 1927 and was built by John Bothwell and cost $500,000, which is the equivalent to 3.4 million dollars today! At it’s beginning it was home to 109 rooms. However, it’s not always been a hotel. In 1988 it was sold and was converted into an assisted living facility as well as sitting empty from 1993 until 1999. In 1999, it was purchased and renovated and then reopened.
Continue “Escape at the Hotel Bothwell in Sedalia, Missouri”Places that serve good food with a historic touch are A+ in my book! As a history nerd (this was actually my major in college), I love visiting places rich in history and the Princess Grill & Pizzeria in Iowa Falls, IA offers both history and good food!
The Princess originally opened in 1915 by Greek immigrants. However, tragedy struck on Christmas Day of 1934 when the business was completely destroyed by fire. The owners rebuilt and reopened it on July 1st of 1935. The Princess you see now is just as it was in 1935. This includes the 25 foot soda fountain!
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South Dakota is one of the most visited vacation spots for families and others in the United States. The list of places to visit and attractions to see is endless, but after our family vacation there several years ago, we have 5 attractions that are “don’t miss”.
Everyone family has that classic recipe that you’re infamous for and for our family it is this chocolate cake recipe and it truly is the BEST! For as long as I can remember, this has been known as Judy’s Chocolate Cake in our family, but all you need to know is that it is the BEST Chocolate Cake Recipe there is. And since it’s National Chocolate Cake day, I thought it would be the right time to share it with you!
Regardless of what season you visit Charles City, Iowa, you’ll find so much to do…from history to art, delicious eats, and more!
When bloggers gather, you can almost guarantee that there will be food. Lots and lots of delicious food! These Charles City restaurants didn’t disappoint either! This community offers several selections of delicious restaurants and food establishments
Continue “Charles City, IA: Restaurants, Shopping, & Culture”I love reflecting each year on all the trips and adventures we’ve taken at the end of the year. When people ask me which one was my favorite, it’s usually so hard to choose one and 2018 is no different! We were so blessed to be hosting in amazing places like New Ulm, MN; Mankato, MN; Kansas City, KS; and Red Cedar Lodge in Charles City, IA! Truthfully, they are all my favorites for many different reason! But, this isn’t about me, this is about which trips you guys loved the most in the past year, so here we go!
Of all the places we visited this year, I think New Ulm suprised us the most! This quaint community is rich in history and culture but also provides a sense of entertainment! A visit to the historic Harkin Store, the Hermann Monument, and German Park is a great way to start your weekend! But, make sure to tour Schell’s Brewery and stop by and see our friends at Morgan Creek Winery!
I love traveling all over the Midwest and the country, but at the end of the day, Iowa holds my heart and I love talking about all the great places to visit and eat here in the heartland! It only seemed right to do a round-up of the places that my fellow bloggers and myself think are the best restaurants!
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It’s the time of year when bloggers all over and popping up with their “best of” posts and I certainly can’t be left out! The first couple years I blogged, I resisted, but what I found is how handy it is to have my most popular recipes and travel adventures in one place! So, here we are, with my Top Eats of 2018! Did your favorite recipe make the cut?!
Year after year, this recipe continues to be my most popular, overall! And it definitely is my post popular of recipes! This Instant Pot Minute Steak is not one of my healthy recipes, but it is delicious! And, it’s a solution to a problem. Most people don’t know how to prepare Minute Steak and this recipe solves that in a delicious way!
Need a weekend away? Head to Mankato, Minnesota for good food, natural beauties, art, and more! It’s a trip you won’t forget!
If you’re looking for somewhere to get into the Christmas spirit this year, spend the holidays in Charles City, Iowa.
There’s something about Christmas in the City, or town, or small rural village! Really, there is something so special about Christmas and all that it entails! And this year, if you’re feeling less than jolly, I highly recommend spending the holidays in Charles City, Iowa.
Spending 36 hours in Charles City in December, it’s hard not to get into the holiday spirit. There are several ways to enjoy the holidays in North Central Iowa!
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