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Top 10 Midwest Trips of 2019

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Top 10 Midwest Trips of 2019
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Our Midwest Trips

Wow! What a year 2019 has been! We have been on some awesome Midwest Trips! In fact, I can hardly wrap my head around all the trips we’ve taken and the awesome places we’ve visited. Of course, the year wouldn’t be complete without featuring our top 10 trips in one post!

How did I select these top Midwest trips?! It was way too hard for me to choose on my own, so I let the stats pick! These are the top read posts about the destinations we visited in 2019! I hope you enjoy them as much as we have enjoyed featuring them!

  • Note – These are not in any particular order! 😉
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The Very Best Midwest Coffee Shops: Grab a Cup

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I LOVE a good cup of coffee. Well, I LOVE a good latte or iced coffee with a little cream and sweetener. And the Midwest coffee shops are as good as they come! Yes, there are plenty of chains, but I prefer a locally owned coffee shop. To make it easy for you to find one on your travels, I called on some of my Midwest Travel Bloggers to help me compile a list of the very best the Midwest coffee shops we have to offer. I’ve organized them by state for your ease, so without further adieu…

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6 Danish Treasures (and more) in Elk Horn, Iowa

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Many thanks to the Danish Windmill who organized my stay, meals , and adventures while I was in Elk Horn.  All thoughts and opinions are 100% authentic and my own.  Please see the Disclosure Tab for more information.   

I’ve lived in Iowa my whole life and had heard of Elk Horn, Iowa, but had no idea when I headed there for a recent visit that I would essentially become Danish for a few days. Ok, that might be a bit extreme, but for this German girl it was fascinating to learn about the Danes, their culture, and traditions. Whether you are a Dane, want to learn about the Danish, or just enjoy visiting and exploring small midwest towns, a stop in Elk Horn, Iowa is a must for your next trip!  

If I told you that you could fill 2+ full days visiting a town of 650 people would you believe me?  Yeah, I didn’t think so, but I’m here to prove you wrong!  Check out my adventures in this amazing community! 

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Enjoy a Visit to Tequila’s in Northwood, IA

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On ony day of the week, T and I will never say no to Mexican food. So, when I had heard that Tequila’s in Northwood, Iowa was some of the best ethnic food around, I knew we had to visit! So, off we went and it was definitely worth the 50 minute drive from our home to Northwood!

Northwood, Iowa is a community of about 2000 people in North Iowa just 21 miles north of Mason City! This thriving community is home to Diamond Jo’s Casino, Worth Brewing Company, Signature’s Supper Club, a growing downtown business, and of course Tequila’s! It’s a great place to visit for a couple of hours!

Photo Credit to Donna of www.donnahup.com
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Burnsville, MN & AmericInn Hotel & Suites: A Great Place to Land

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Burnsville, MN & AmericInn Hotel & Suites: A Great Place to Land

I love traveling, but as a small town girl, navigating heavily populated areas can be frustrating to me. That’s why recently, we found Burnsville & the AmericInn Hotel & Suites a great place to land when visiting the twin cities.

Recently, T and I headed to the Minnesota State Fair!  We wanted to stay overnight, but I knew I didn’t want to stay downtown where all the craziness was happening!  I knew that staying in Burnsville, MN was perfect for us!  

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How to Spend a Weekend in Sedalia, MO

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Looking for a getaway?  We have just the idea for you.  We recommend spending a weekend in Sedalia, Missouria!

Several months ago T and I had the pleasure of spending about 15 hours in Sedalia, MO on our way to Branson! We were invited to come back when the weather was nicer (think cold and sleet in February on our first visit). So, when our friends at the Hotel Bothwell set us up to stay for a couple nights in August, we couldn’t turn them down!

We’ve now visited Sedalia twice and put together this guide on how to spend a weekend in Sedalia, MO.  

Katy Depot, Spend 32 Hours in Sedalia, Sedalia MO
The beautiful historic Katy Depot

Thank you to Hotel Bothwell for our overnight accommodations, Ozark Coffee Company for their hospitality, and the Sedalia Convention & Visitors Bureau for arranging much of our activities. Even with all this goodness, all thoughts & opinions are 100% authentic and my own. For more details, please see the Disclosure Tab.

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A 5 Star Meal at the Ivory Grille

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A huge thank you to Chef Chris P for hosting us on our visit to the Ivory Grille.  All thoughts and opinions are 100% authentic and our own!  For more details, please see the Disclosure Tab.  

5 star food from a 5 star chef in a town of 21,000 people?! Yup, that’s what you’ll find at the Ivory Grille in Sedalia, MO. Tucked into the corner of the historic Hotel Bothwell in historic downtown Sedalia is one of the finest restaurants in the Midwest that will give you a truly amazing culinary experience!

Ivory Grille

The History of the Ivory Grille

While the Ivory Grille has not been in the Hotel Bothwell by name since the building of the Bothwell, a restaurant has been present for it’s duration! Formerly known as the Palm Room, the Ivory Grille’s decor has been renovated to reflect it’s rich history! The name of the Palm Room has been memorialized in an extension of the restaurant used for seating on busy nights or can be reserved for private parties!

Escape at the Hotel Bothwell in Sedalia, Missouri
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Things to Do In Kenosha: History Abounds

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Kenosha, Wisconsin has a rich history and they’ve showcased it in the best ways possible.  They have a large variety of museums for history lovers to enjoy and ways for individuals and families to learn about the past years of Kenosha.  Check out some of the highlights.  

Thanks to the Kenosha Convention & Visitors Bureau for hosting us on our visit to Kenosha and the museums. All thoughts and opinions are 100% authentic and our own. For more details, please see the Disclosure Tab.

Climb the Southport Lighthouse

Southport Lighthouse
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Restaurants in Kenosha, WI – Eat, Drink, & Be Merry

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If you’re looking for a great local eats scene, head to one of the many Kenosha restaurants!  When Tyler and I were preparing for our visit to Kenosha, Wisconsin recently, I would never have guessed that we would have found a community with such a great food scene! We’re certainly not “foodies” and we don’t eat high class dishes, but we do enjoy a delicious meal! What we found at the Kenosha restaurants was delightful and wonderful! Check them out!

Thank you to the Kenosha Convention & Visitors Bureau for hosting us during our visit.  All thoughts and opinions are authentic and 100% our own.  For more details, please see Disclosure Tab.  

 

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