My family didn’t do a lot of traveling when I was growing up – and we weren’t campers. But we did enjoy quite a bit of Iowa’s great outdoors. Some of my best childhood memories took place at what I think of now as one of Iowa’s ‘Forgotten’ State Parks: 9 Eagles State Park in […]
Getting Off the Interstate in Clear Lake, Iowa
If you’ve ever traveled along Interstate 35 in northern Iowa, you have definitely noticed the town of Clear Lake. The last major exit as you drive north out of Iowa, or the first major exit as you enter Iowa from Minnesota, for most travelers Clear Lake is a cluster of gas station chains and fast […]
6 Terrific Midwest Cities for Family Fun in the Winter
The Midwest is filled with surprises most people don’t know about. Try one of these Midwest cities for family fun during the winter months! Things to Do in the Winter with Kids in the Midwest published by Minitime In the northern part of the center of the US lies a cluster of states affectionately known, […]
Welcome Back to the Hotel Pattee
I’m willing to bet that the majority of Iowans – even those just 30 minutes away in Des Moines- don’t know about the Hotel Pattee. The hotel itself is the sole destination in the small town of Perry – and what a destination it is! The elegant rooms are themed to share pieces of Perry history. […]
Family Travel with Vivienne McNeny on The Sociable Homeschooler – #IGTravelThursday
As some may know, but many don’t, my family homeschools. Our travels have quite a lot to do with that. We were, once, traditional public-school-going folks. But the state we live in has a limit to the number of unexcused absences (anything that isn’t excused by a doctor) and we exceeded those each year. Before […]
Iowa State Fair Tips – #igtravelthursday
It’s State Fair time in Iowa (really one of the best state fairs in the country- it’s even listed in 1,000 Places to See Before You Die). During our recent (yes, annual) visit, I made sure to send out images of my top tips for visiting the Iowa State Fair. If you have the Iowa […]
What’s New at the Iowa State Fair 2013
I don’t know about you, but I love the Iowa State Fair! And I look forward to all the new food and attractions every year. If this is your first time visiting the Iowa State Fair with children, you’ll want to be sure to read my tips to see why you should pack swimsuits […]
10 Things to Do in Iowa with Kids
What do you imagine when you hear the word Iowa? Quite possibly the image above is how you imagine my entire state. Thanks to Trekaroo for letting me share my ‘Top 10 Iowa’ list. You might be surprised what is on it… “Is this Heaven?” No, it’s Iowa.” Iowa? I could have sworn it was […]
Drivable Destinations in the Midwest | Midwest Family Vacations
Spring and summer travel are on the minds of many here in the Midwest as we battle cabin fever and cold snaps. I’ve had a chance to remember quite a few of the places we’ve visited and the fun we’ve had as I’ve been writing reviews for MiniTime, a new travel resource for families. Think […]
Visit a Working Dairy in Ames, Iowa
If your children think milk comes from the dairy aisle at your local grocery, it may be time to make a trip to the ISU Dairy in Ames, Iowa. The Dairy at Iowa State University The ISU Dairy is located just south of Ames and, while a part of the college, it is not state […]
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