How to spend a summer weekend in Grand Rapids, Minn.
Discover lakes, restaurants, shops and a golf course anniversary in this gateway to the North.
July 5, 2025
Got big plans in Duluth this week? Who doesn’t?
Thousands are expected to descend on the city this week for high-draw events like Trampled By Turtles, Tall Ships and the Duluth Air and Aviation Expo.
July 3, 2025
Which Chicago skyscraper observation deck is better? We visited both.
Sky-high experiences like TILT in the John Hancock building and the glass Ledge balconies at Willis Tower offer more than just thrilling views.
June 20, 2025
A sweet and savory road trip in northern Michigan
After a drive through the Grand Traverse Bay area, your car will overflow with organic fruit and vegetables, fresh whitefish and baked goods.
June 12, 2025
Northern Minnesota worried recent dip in Canadian visitors portends slow summer
The economy of Cook County, nestled between Lake Superior and the Canadian border, is driven by tourism. A lot of the tourists are from Canada.
May 31, 2025
Quarterdeck Resort’s stylish revamp is part of a boutique wave in Minnesota lake country
The resort on Gull Lake near Brainerd blends modern design with a family-cookout, rec-room vibe.
May 29, 2025
What’s new at Minnesota resorts this summer
New cabins, rooms and lodges are popping up from Brainerd to Grand Marais to southern Minnesota.
May 29, 2025
Health Department cracks down on Minnesota hot tub and pool rentals
“Free the hot tub” bill argues vacation-home spas aren’t public pools. Swimply pool-rental app sues.
May 29, 2025
Minnesota’s best tourist traps and roadside attractions
From trading posts to treasure troves, six highlights from across the state include the strangest museum and the largest candy store.
May 17, 2025
Meet the Minnesota native searching for family history in her Scamp
Local nonfiction: Karen Babine explores her ancestry, one road trip at a time.
May 14, 2025
Trolls, trails, birds and nature art converge on a trip to Detroit Lakes, Minn.
In northwestern Minnesota, varied landscapes and activities let explorers choose their own paths.
May 9, 2025
The NFL draft is coming to Green Bay. Here’s how to make a road trip out of it.
Toss a football anywhere in Green Bay and you’ll find festivals, activities, food and special beers surrounding the draft.
April 16, 2025
