Articles in Category: Midwest

Get Out of Dodge: Back to the Wild West in Dodge City, Kansas

Get Out of Dodge: Back to the Wild West in Dodge City, Kansas

I am sure we have all heard the saying “Get out of Dodge” at one point or another. I always knew it meant to get out of a dangerous place but I wasn’t sure of the origin of the ...

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Omaha’s Henry Doorly: Pros & Cons of Visiting The Largest Zoo

Omaha’s Henry Doorly: Pros & Cons of Visiting The Largest Zoo

On a recent long cross country spring road trip (we drove from Cleveland to Phoenix), we decided to plan for a stop in Omaha. Neither Mike and I have done much in the state outside of a few quick ...

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Field of Dreams: Is This Heaven? No, It’s Dyersville, Iowa

Field of Dreams: Is This Heaven? No, It’s Dyersville, Iowa

I am a big 80’s movie buff and Field of Dreams has always been one of of my favorites. It is easily one of the most rewatchable summer movies of all time. I love the nostalgic baseball theme ...

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Springtime at the Garfield Park Observatory in Chicago

Springtime at the Garfield Park Observatory in Chicago

Despite living in Chicago for over 25 years, I somehow never made my way over to the top rated Garfield Park Conservatory. On a recent spring trip to the city, I decided to escape the chilly, rainy ...

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Cleveland Vegetarian Dining Guide: A Few of My Favorites

Cleveland Vegetarian Dining Guide: A Few of My Favorites

I’ll admit that Cleveland is not the best city for easily finding veggie friendly fare. I’ve been a vegetarian for more than 20 years so finding my favorite veggie friendly cafes and ...

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The Bridges of Ashtabula County

The Bridges of Ashtabula County

Since moving to Cleveland about 2 years ago, I have been exploring many of the beautiful towns on Lake Erie. There are many quaint towns, complete with historic downtowns and beaches, that will give ...

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St. Patrick’s Day in Cleveland: Irish Food, Drinks, & Fun

St. Patrick’s Day in Cleveland: Irish Food, Drinks, & Fun

They say everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s day. Whether you hail from Ireland or you are just looking for an excuse to celebrate, there is plenty of fun to be had around the Cleveland metro ...

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My Favorite Charming Main Streets Near Cleveland, Ohio

My Favorite Charming Main Streets Near Cleveland, Ohio

One of the things I like most about living in the Cleveland area is that you can easily escape the hustle and bustle of the city. There is a big national park, easy access to Lake Erie beaches, and ...

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Medina Ice Festival: A 30+ Year Old Winter Tradition

Medina Ice Festival: A 30+ Year Old Winter Tradition

Medina is a small community located about 30 minutes outside of Cleveland. It’s home to a beautiful historic Victorian downtown with a lovely gazebo as the centerpiece. It’s a great ...

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Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing in Cleveland: My Favorite Parks

Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing in Cleveland: My Favorite Parks

When I first moved to Cleveland over a year and a half ago, I was honestly surprised at just how much park space is available. I had no idea that this city is surrounded by beautiful forests, with ...

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