Step into the shoes of an immigrant in new experience at Old World Wisconsin
When I learned my babies died, tears welled in my eyes. Even though they weren’t my own flesh and blood, I identified so strongly with my character that I couldn’t...
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Midwest eats: Spice up your meal by dining in one of these repurposed restaurants
It goes without saying that when you dine out you want fine food. But if you want a dash of atmosphere to liven up the experience, choose a restaurant in...
Looking for Lincoln on a grown-up getaway to Springfield
"Pat, don't ..." Too late. The alarm rang just as my friend was about to touch first lady Mary Lincoln's dress. But no worries, security officers didn't rush over to...
7 quirky museums explore male anatomy, marzipan, pencil sharpeners and more
Sure, you’ll be enlightened by visits to the Louvre in Paris, the British Museum in London and the Smithsonian Institution in our nation’s capital. But for an atypical take on...
Travel pros say 6 of the world’s best beaches are in the U.S.
A list of “The World’s 50 Best Beaches” from FlightNetwork, the largest Canada-based online travel agency, was compiled from its survey last fall of more than 600 travel journalists, editors,...
Florida’s Pinellas County beaches offer stretch of sand for every mood
As winter drags on, thoughts turn to a spring escape, a trip south for warmer weather and the beach. But which one? A beach is just a beach, you say,...
3 Midwest inns ideal for a romantic winter escape
Winter days are dark and cold, but that’s no excuse to hibernate. Embrace the season — and that special someone — by spending a little time tucked away in Midwest...
Boomer buddies become kids again, kicking back on Florida’s southwest coast
“No, Pete, turn here.” Navigating a pontoon boat through the maze of islands off the southwest coast of Florida turns out to be nothing like sailing on the Great Lakes....
From pork to pizza: Fuel up on Midwestern culinary classics in these 5 states
Eating local takes on new meaning in the Midwest, where every state has at least one iconic food. Be sure to give these beloved dishes a try on your travels...
5 corn mazes to get lost in this fall
Playing hide-and-go-seek in a maze of corn stalks has an all-ages appeal on Midwest farms. A few spots to get lost this fall; check websites for hours, prices and other...