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10 of the Best Outdoor Activities to do in Minneapolis this Spring

Two friends on the Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis

It may not feel like spring just yet, but a true Minneapolis spring will be here before we know it. As a native Minnesotan, I’ve experienced many different versions of MN spring throughout the years.  There are the years of “will Spring every come” when we are gifted with the occasional winter white out in May. Or the "Spring in Feb", when temperatures rise above 40 degrees and the streets are filled with grown men in shorts and sandals. Regardless of when the true start of spring is in Minnesota, when it does arrive, it's one of the best tim[...]

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Grand Rapids, MN – Your Affordable Weekend Retreat

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As avid Midwest travelers based in Minnesota and Wisconsin, we are always on the hunt to discover new pockets of the Midwest. It is one of our favorite things about being travel bloggers - exploring interesting, yet affordable places right in our backyard! Located only 3 hours north of the Twin Cities, Grand Rapids, is a quiet and quirky city in Northern Minnesota.  From scenic hiking trails to outdoor music festivals and local breweries, this city surprised us with its unexpected charm.  We partnered with @VisitGrandRapids and @Riverfest[...]

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Minneapolis Street Art, Oh You Cute

You can learn a lot about a city by its street art. From its history, to its culture, to the little things that make a city unique. .  The street art in Minneapolis  has completely blown me away since I’ve moved back to Minnesota. I live in the heart of downtown and have been fortunate enough to explore different areas, and discover new (and old) street art in Minneapolis.  Whether you are just visiting the city and are looking for some cute instagrammable spots in Minnesota. Or you live here and want to experience the city through the per[...]

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Our Budget Guide to Paris, France

Two girls in Paris

Paris is one of those unique places where each time you visit, it could be a completely different experience. Whether this is your first time visiting the City of Lights, or this is one of many trips to Paris, you will find great recommendations in this post to help curate the perfect Parisian experience! Let's address the elephant in the room. Paris is NOT a budget friendly destination. There is no sugar coating it. It is known for its high quality cuisine and chic fashion after all. But in every city that we visit, we find ways to budget, and Paris was[...]

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2021 Local Holiday Gifts under $50

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We hope to make shopping a little easier for you this holiday season by putting together a curated list of 14 local holiday gifts from some of our favorite Minnesota and Wisconsin business owners! Not only are each of these gifts super affordable, each item is from incredible women owned and/or minority owned businesses that we love to support! Cheers to all of our last minute holiday shoppers! This one is for you :) Happy shopping! Woolly Bear Knits Women Owned, Local Minnesota We can't get enough of Woolly Bear Knits! Her hand knitte[...]

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The Ultimate Weekend Getaway in Stillwater, Minnesota

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Whether you are looking to take a romantic getaway with your significant other, a fun girls weekend, or simply a relaxing staycation for yourself in Minnesota, Stillwater is a great option! It is 40 minutes outside of the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area and located on the beautiful west bank of the St. Croix River. In this guide, we will share tips on where to stay, where to eat, and what to do while in Stillwater. We partnered with Discover Stillwater to come up with the perfect itinerary for a two-day trip to Stillwater and want to share it[...]

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9 Free & Cheap Things to do in Arizona

What do you get when you combine perpetually warm weather, a charming food scene, and plenty of outdoor landscape to explore? The ultimate trip in sunny Arizona! In this post, we list all of the top free and cheap things to do while visiting Arizona. Enjoy! window.wanderlogEmbedKeys=['kkmmpbbncb'];window.wanderlogEmbedOptions={"alwaysShowRouteLines":true,"omitExternalLinks":true,"omitWebsitePhone":false};Trip map created using Wanderlog, a trip map maker Did Someone Say Free? Hike your way through all of AZ Arizona has some great options for hiking--[...]

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9 Outdoor Winter Activities To Do in Minnesota

If you are like us, the thought of being cooped up inside all winter feels pretty terrible. With Covid cases on the rise, majority of indoor activities in Minnesota will be limited to help minimize the spread and keep everyone safe. Knowing this, we were determined to come up with a list of outdoor winter activities in Minnesota that we would still be able to experience safely this season. Minnesotans are no strangers to the cold, so luckily there are still a lot of great events taking place outside this winter. So bundle up, grab your face mask, and[...]

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13 Milwaukee Local Shops to Support This Holiday Season

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It's time! It's time to show up and show out for some of our favorite small businesses in the Milwaukee area. It has been quite the year and all we have is each other to get through the end of it. This holiday season, help us show these amazing local businesses support. There are so many wonderful small businesses out there, but we gathered a list of our 13 favorite Milwaukee local shops to support this holiday season. A friendly reminder that you don't have to make a purchase in order to support local businesses. There are free ways, too! Write a review. Share[...]

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13 Minneapolis Local Shops to Support This Holiday Season

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You're here! Thank you so much for showing up. All of the locally businesses in this post need your support this holiday season. We are excited to share our list of the 13 Minneapolis local businesses that have helped make this shopping season extra special! Each business in this post was carefully selected, majority of which are women owned and/or Black owned. We hope you enjoy shopping these small Minneapolis shops as much as we did! Make sure you check out our 13 Milwaukee local business gift guide as well!   SPOONFUL OF FAITH For your best gal[...]