Great Family Friendly Weekend Getaways to take in the Midwest this Summer!
The Midwest is a great place to spend time during the summer. It is full of many great family friendly weekend getaways. Sometimes busy families don’t have time to head out on week-long vacations, but that doesn’t mean you can’t explore! We’ve been there in life, so I rounded up some of our favorite family friendly weekend getaways in the Midwest for you and your family to enjoy.
Charles City, Iowa
First in our list of family friendly weekend getaways is Charles City, Iowa. This community of 7300 people offers kayaking, golf, mini golf, delicious eats, history, and bike trails.
Continue “Great Family Friendly Weekend Getaways to take in the Midwest this Summer!”Visit Owatonna, MN: 6 Great Stops
Located in southern Minnesota, you’ll find Owatonna. It’s a booming community with a lot going for it! From good food, coffee, chocolate, history, shopping, and more….you’ll find plenty to do. If you’re looking for a fund day trip from North Iowa or central Minnesota, we highly suggest planning to Visit Owatonna, MN!
Planning a Trip to Visit Owatonna
We all follow that social media account that makes us want to explore their community, right?! For some time now, it’s been Owatonna for me. So, when I knew I needed a “brain break” from my full-time job and a girls day with my mom, I decided to plan for us to visit Owatonna! We ended up exploring 6 different stops that we think are a must!
Central Park Coffee Co
What great girls day doesn’t start with great coffee?! We headed to Central Park Coffee Co located in downtown Owatonna for ours! This quaint coffee shop offers a variety of seating so whether you need to work at a table or relax in a casual chair to just visit with friends, you’ll be comfy! They not only offer an expansive coffee and espresso menu, but also breakfast and lunch items! We watched a plate loaded with waffles and fruit go by that looked amazing! I chose the White Lavender and it was delicious, white chocolate & lavender flavor! Central Park is a great way to start your adventures!
7 Ways to Have a Great Weekend in Cedar Falls, Iowa
We all know those communities that we’re familiar with, but never spend time being a tourist in! Thankfully, after a weekend in Cedar Falls, Iowa, we’ve changed that!
I’ve spent my entire life traveling the one hour from our home area to Cedar Falls for shopping purposes, but never spent any time exploring the rest of the community. So, recently, when our friends at Cedar Falls Tourism invited us to spend a weekend exploring, we jumped at the opportunity! And what we found was a pure delight!
Thank you to Cedar Falls Tourism & Visitor’s Bureau and the Black Hawk Hotel for hosting us during our stay. All thoughts and opinions are 100% authentic and our own. For full details, please see the Disclosure Tab.
Getting There
Getting to Cedar Falls is very easy thanks to its location along Highways 20 and 218. If driving isn’t for you, then you’ll find the Waterloo Regional Airport super handy!
If you’re traveling by car….
Des Moines, Iowa – 1 hour, 54 minute drive time
Minneapolis, Minnesota – 3 hours, 8 minute drive time
Chicago, Illinois – 4 hours, 24 minute drive time
Kansas City, Missouri – 4 hours, 35 minute drive time
Book a Funky Staycation at the Highlander Hotel in Iowa City, IA
We are all about staycations, especially in the winter because you never know what the weather is going to do here in the Midwest!! Thankfully, Iowa is full of great staycation destinations including the Highlander Hotel in Iowa City. And with it’s modern funky vibe, it’s extra special!
A special thanks to the Highlander Hotel for hosting us on our staycation. All thoughts & opinions are 100% authentic and my own! For full details, please see the Disclosure Tab.
Continue “Book a Funky Staycation at the Highlander Hotel in Iowa City, IA”10 Reasons You Need to Visit Kansas City, KS
Looking to take the family on a weekend getaway in the Midwest or even a family vacation, maybe a couples getaway?! I’ve got 10 Reasons You Need to Visit Kansas City, KS. Kansas City is full of great reasons for a visit including being historically rich, lots of entertainment, great food, and wonderful places to stay!
Grinter Place Museum
We love visiting historic homes on our travel and the Grinter Place Museum was no different. The home belonged to Moses & Annie Grinter. It holds a lot of history connecting the Delaware Indian Tribe to the Kansas City area. It is owned by the Kansas State Historical Society who tell the story of the Grinters and the Delaware Indians.
Continue “10 Reasons You Need to Visit Kansas City, KS”Enjoy Delicious Eats at Teluwut Grille House & Pub: Osage, Iowa
I love good food! And I love restaurants with good food and great atmosphere. That combination is what I found at Teluwut Grille House & Pub in Osage, Iowa. Local spots that offer good food and great atmosphere are even better.
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Iowa Breweries (and Cideries)
Micro and local breweries are booming everywhere and Iowa is no different. In fact, there are so many of them that we’ve visited and love. So, I thought it was necessary to create the Ultimate Guide to the Best Iowa Breweries! We threw in a couple cideries too because we love them too! (They are listed alphabetically for organization!)
Warm Up with a Winter Weekend in the Quad Cities
Who’s ready for a fun winter weekend getaway right here in the Midwest? Well, we have just the trip for you in the Quad Cites. Whether you’re traveling with kiddos or just headed out for a couples getaway there is plenty to do. Check out our guide to a weekend in the Quad Cities and plan your trip now!
A huge thank you to Visit Quad Cities for hosting our weekend getaway. All thoughts and opinions are 100% authentic. For full details, please see the disclosure tab.
The Quad Cities
In case you aren’t familiar with them, the Quad Cities are made up of Davenport & Bettendorf, Iowa; and Moline & Rock Island, Illinois. They are split by the Mississippi River, but it’s hard to tell where one of these booming towns ends and the other begins.
Continue “Warm Up with a Winter Weekend in the Quad Cities”15 of the Best Places Along the Mississippi River
Road trips are one of our favorite things and road trips along scenic drive make them even better! So, of course we know some of the Best Places along the Mississippi River to stop at! You can imagine how much we love traveling along the Great River Road which traverses Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, and more along the Mississippi River! Check out these stops for an epic road trip!
1. Maiden Rock Apples, Winery, & Cidery – Stockholm, Wisconsin
This unassuming cidery is a great place to spend some time! Get to know the owners, learn their story, and taste their ciders & wines. Plus, stroll through their gift shop and we’re sure you’ll find some extra special treats.
The Best Winter Weekend Getaways in Iowa
Winter in Iowa can be so long! Thankfully, Iowa is also full of great destinations to help you escape. Historic hotels, delicious eats, unique art, and museums can all be found while visiting this great destinations. It’s time to schedule one of these great winter weekend getaways in Iowa!
Charles City
Whether you love food, shopping, history, art, or just relaxing, Charles City is the spot for you to spend a weekend getaway in Iowa.
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