Category Archives: Travel In The State

Car Tips For Minnesota Winters

Posted on February 5, 2017 by wendycarson

Car Tips For Minnesota Winters This is a collection of excerpts from an article featured in the Chicago Tribune on January 17th, 2016. It was written by Robert Duffer and can  be read in its entirety here.  While written originally … Continue reading →

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One-Day Road Trips Around Minnesota

Posted on June 5, 2016 by wendycarson

This article originally appeared on the CBS Minnesota website and was written by Linda Cameron. It can be viewed in its entirety here. In Minnesota, the famous Highway 61 stretches from the city of Wyoming to New Orleans. But driving to New Orleans can feel like a trip in a … Continue reading →

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7 of Minnesota’s Best Waterparks

Posted on May 27, 2016 by wendycarson

This article originally appeared on Only In Your State on May 24, 2016. It was written by Jo Magliocco and can be read in its original context here. These 7 Epic Waterparks in Minnesota Will Take Your Summer To A … Continue reading →

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St. Paul’s Winter Carnival

Posted on January 24, 2016 by wendycarson

Saint Paul, and Minnesota in general, is known for its harsh winters: but that doesn’t mean that the residents of the Twin Cities are resigned to a glum season of joyless cold! Each year St. Paul residents celebrate the Winter … Continue reading →

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5 Most Scenic Walking Trails In Minnesota « CBS Minnesota

Posted on November 10, 2015 by wendycarson

In Minnesota, escape from urban hustle and bustle is just minutes away. With so many parks and hiking and biking trails, it’s easy to retreat momentarily to the great outdoors. There’s nothing like a good hike through these parks and … Continue reading →

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The Twin Cities: Top Cities In the US to Live In

Posted on November 4, 2015 by wendycarson

Top Cities in the US: Minneapolis and St. Paul The news and lifestyle website Patch of Earth recently ranked the 8 Absolute Top Cities In the US to Live In, and Minnesota’s Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul came … Continue reading →

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Minnesota State Parks and Trails will keep you current with Minnesota’s fall colors!

Posted on September 30, 2014 by wendycarson

Minnesota’s wet early summer should produce a colorful fall leaf display, but experts warn that it could come and go faster than usual. Patricia Arndt of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ Park and Trails Division, says the fall color … Continue reading →

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Facts about Minnesota

Posted on August 28, 2013 by wendycarson

I found this fun infographic with facts about Minnesota at Maps of the World. Even for those of us that live here, you might find out something new.

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Historic Towns to Visit

Posted on October 12, 2012 by wendycarson

Are you looking for a place to visit that has some history here in Minnesota?  Here are four towns that have something that you may find interesting. Alexandria: Alexandria is home to the Runestone Museum.  This museum has displays of … Continue reading →

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Scenic Drives in Minnesota

Posted on September 21, 2012 by wendycarson

There are plenty of scenic drives to be taken in Minnesota but I thought I would mention a few of the more popular ones.  Fall is a great time to travel the state and see the leaves, stay at a … Continue reading →

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