Name a better way to celebrate the holiday cheer than with a festive drink at a decorated Christmas holiday pop-up bar. Minnesotan’s know how to celebrate the holiday seasons, no matter what the weather can bring us. Here’s a list of all the holiday decorated pop up bars, restaurants, breweries …

Ely, Minnesota is just a 3.5 to 4-hour drive from the Twin Cities, depending on whether you’re coming from the north or south end. While it’s renowned as the gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, the fun doesn’t stop when the lakes freeze. Winter transforms Ely into an adventure …

Did you know Minnesota is home to some incredible fire towers that you can actually climb? While you can’t camp or sleep in these historic towers, many of them offer the perfect opportunity for adventure-seekers and nature lovers alike to hike, climb, and take in some truly breathtaking views. From …

Astoria, Oregon is what I’d consider the start of the scenic Oregon Coast, located at the Northwest tip of Oregon. This town has charm, strong pride for working, moody weather, and views that you’re after when visiting Oregon. It’s a port city, so you will often see barges, boats, wildlife …

*I stayed here on a hosted stay, but all opinions are my own!* Canopy by Hilton is the perfect location to enjoy a staycation in downtown Minneapolis. It’s located in the Mills District of Minneapolis, which offers historic buildings mixed in with modern buildings. Canopy by Hilton hotel has some …

Explore all this Northern Town, called International Falls in Minnesota offers. It’s a huge fishing town that is also home to Voyageurs National Park …

Stay at Young Cove Cabin, in Olympia, Washington located right on the water front of Puget Sound. This 1 bedroom, 1 bath is a luxurious stay with wrap around windows bringing the outdoors in! …

This Midwest town should not be missed! Fargo, North Dakota has something for everyone with local gems, outdoor adventures, and walk-able downtown! …

Have you ever seen such a cool cabin community? Kelsey and Chris built all the cabins you see on property of Cuyuna Cove in Crosby, Minnesota. This is the perfect getaway for solo travelers, couples wanting a getaway or simply a trip for two! It’s steps away from the fun …

Aurora Modern Cabin is Ely’s newest luxury cabin! This cabin was made by Addie and Ben, who own Ely Cabin Collective! This cabin is located on 22 private acres, just a few miles outside of downtown Ely, Minnesota. Right up the road is the beautiful state park, Bear Head Lake …

Check out this blog for a list of things to do in the southern Minnesota town of Fairmont! …

Are you planning a trip to Colorado and want to see as much as possible? Check out this itinerary, with national parks and monuments, states parks, and scenic byways, with dispersed camping! …

The 8 Best Spots to See the Fall Foliage in Minnesota. Including state parks, scenic byways, and lake views! …

Top 6 Ways you can avoid being lonely on a solo traveling trip! …

In this blog, I discuss the 10 best things to do outdoors, near Duluth, Minnesota. Including scenic drives and secret swimming holes …

In this blog post you will find places other than the Black Hills area of South Dakota to explore. Including a Secret Swim Spot and Fire Lookout …