10 Best Beaches in the Midwest
Have you ever spent a summer on either a west or east coast beach? I lived for years near both. The pounding surf can be very cool. Of course, there are city sewage leaks, gross dead sea creatures, and sharks too. Well, they can’t beat the best beaches in the Midwest. The good news is […]
The 10 Best Midwest Theme Parks
Whether your idea of fun is riding a hair-raising roller coaster, floating down a lazy river in an inner tube, or reliving those classic rides from childhood, you’ll find exciting and diverse theme parks throughout the Midwest perfect for a day trip. Some of these roller-coaster, water slide, and Ferris-wheel venues are havens for summertime […]
Top Midwest National Parks for a Family Road Trip
While many travelers tend to think of the Far West region of the country for great national parks, the Midwest region, aka America’s Heartland, has no shortage of its own amazing national parks to celebrate. For families looking to road trip and explore great landmarks of cultural significance and dramatic landscapes, Midwest national parks do […]
Camping in the Midwest: Ideas to Escape the Crowd
Many people camping in the Midwest don’t like setting up near a crowd. When we take the time, energy, and vacation days to go camping, we often want quiet solitude, peaceful seclusion, and a connection with the outdoors. That’s hard to reach when so many people are crowding your site. If you have been camping […]
7 Midwest Historic Sites That You Can Visit for FREE
The Midwest of the United States is rich in the history of its many Native American tribes and early French settlements. History enthusiasts can visit and enjoy countless historical sites from the Mississippi River to the Great Plains. Best of all, plenty of options exist for people who want an affordable historical experience. Here are […]
Weird Podcasts From the Midwest
Folks in the Midwest have a lot to talk about, and you can see that reflected in the amazing number of incredibly compelling podcasts floating around out there! Throngs of sports fans, for example, tune in to hear about everything from local high school football scores to NCAA standings—and it makes perfect sense when you […]
Best Vacation Spots in the Midwest
The Midwest is often underrated as a vacation destination. As a Midwesterner myself, I know there are endless things to see and do for any type of traveler. Do you like urban destinations? Rustic retreats? Fun family getaways? The Midwest offers all of these experiences and more. I can’t possibly cover all the best vacation […]
10 Best Places to Live in the Midwest
Discover the ten best places to live for families in the Midwest based on their general atmosphere, community spirit, affordability, and schooling.
Why People Are Moving to the Midwest
Discover why moving to the Midwest and states like Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, and Kansas is so appealing for many people from coastal states.