Finding the Best in Midwest Weekend Getaways
Are you tired of me talking about how fabulous Kenosha, Wisconsin, is yet?! I sure hope not because I have one more post for you! There are so many things to do that I decided to make you a guide with 8 ways for a sure-fire amazing trip to Kenosha!
Continue “8 Ways to Have An Epic Trip to Kenosha, Wisconsin”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!
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!
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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.
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.
Thank you to Ann and the Manatt’s for hosting us on our visit to Taylor Hill Lodge. All thoughts and opinions are 100% authentic and my own. For more details, please see the Disclosure Tab.
Sitting on a hill on a highway North of Audubon, Iowa, you’ll find Taylor Hill Lodge. What looks like an unassuming barn and partial farm site needs to be your next destination when planning a trip to unplug and unwind. Every detail has been thought of and will meet all your needs. This full service bed and breakfast is a true gem in the middle of Iowa.
The winding drive from the highway to the top of the hill and the barn/lodge is tree lined and idyllic. I should have known at that moment that our stay at the Taylor Hill Lodge would be like no other stay. Park your vehicle, enjoy the view of surrounding farm ground and head inside. Ann, the innkeeper, will greet you with a smile and a personality full of joy!
While El Adobe hosted us for one of our visits to their restaurant, all thoughts and opinions are 100% truthful and my own. For more details, please see the Disclosure Tab.
If you had told me that I’d visit El Adobe Restaurant in Audubon, Iowa, and have the best pasta of my life, I would never believe you! But, that is exactly what happened! Visiting Audubon, Iowa, was full of pleasant surprises and El Adobe was definitely one of those.
Alex, the owner of El Adobe, is very easy to talk to! While we were on our visit, he came out from the kitchen (yes, he is the cook too) to visit with us briefly! During that visit, we learned that Alex is a hard worker with lots of dreams and visions. After years of working in Chicago in Italian restaurants, Alex and his brother knew they wanted to own their own restaurants.
Continue “El Adobe Restaurant in Audubon, Iowa: The Best Pasta!”*Although portions of our trip were hosted by Audubon County Economic Development & Tourism, Taylor Hill Lodge, The Broadway, Divine Salon, & El Adobe Mexican Restaurant, all thoughts and opinions are 100% authentic. For more details, please see the Disclosure Tab.
Pack your bags and grab your girlfriends and head to Audubon County, Iowa. We promise you won’t forget it! A small community full of culture, the arts, history, and commerce provides the perfect place for you and your girlfriends to unwind and recharge. My mom and I recently took off on a roadtrip with Audubon County as our destination. We love exploring small communities and we’re excited to check this one out. But, what we found far exceeded our expectations and left us wanting to stay longer and plan future trips!
I’ve been itching for a roadtrip in a big way! However, our schedules are so crazy this spring, we don’t have much time! But, I did recently grab my mom and head to Ackley, IA for a morning of fun! So, where do the locals go?! Check it out!
I have spent virtually my entire life living near Mason City, Iowa, but have never taken the time to be a tourist. This changed recently when I accompanied by friend Melody from Where I May Roam on a few adventures in the River City!
Come along with me as I share the perfect way to be a tourist for an afternoon in Mason City, IA.
If you grow up in North Iowa, you are well aware that Mason City’s nickname is the River City. This is based off the musical, “The Music Man”. This musical written by Meredith Willson which he patterned after his hometown of Mason City. This is a heritage that Mason City is very proud of.
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After 5 trips to Branson, we have finally toured the College of the Ozarks. For several years, we’ve heard rumblings about visiting the college, but have never committed to doing it. So, during our last trip, we finally took the plunge.
College of the Ozarks was founded in 1906 and has been known as the College of the Ozark since 1990. It’s nickname is “Hard Work U”. Why? Students that attend College of the Ozarks graduate without any debt. In place of paying tuition, each student commits to working 15 hours per week on campus! It’s a fascinating concept! Also on campus is a classical laboratory high school.
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