midwest travel
Midwest Traveler: Why Marquette, Mich., is your base for fun on the Upper Peninsula
Marquette, Mich., is a fine base for biking, hiking, brews and day trips.
Fat biking in the polar vortex in northern Minnesota's Cuyuna area
At Cuyuna Country in Crosby, Minn., subzero weather leads to the best winter biking ever.
Quick Trips: Dog Days in Grand Marais, eagle festival in Wabasha, Canoecopia in Wisconsin
A classic Mississippi River cruise line has abruptly shut down
American Queen Voyages' iconic paddlewheel ships will no longer dock in Minnesota.
Explore Minnesota unveils new marketing campaign to sell the state to tourists, new residents
Travel industry experts got a first look at a new national ad campaign touting Minnesota to tourists and potential new residents.
After Lutsen, what is the state of classic lodges in Minnesota?
These old-time lodges are steeped in history for Minnesota travelers.
Lutsen Lodge owner addresses financial challenges and calls out arson rumors
"It makes my broken heart hurt even more to focus on such absurd accusations," Bryce Campbell told the Star Tribune, the day after fire destroyed the historic lodge.
Lutsen Lodge was 'phenomenal legacy' of a top Minnesota architect
The more than 100-year-old resort was a touchstone on Lake Superior for many before fire destroyed it.
Boys basketball Metro Top 10 proves to be a tough club to break into
A look at victory margins indicates the Metro Top 10 teams are well ahead of their challengers.
Looking for a warm, affordable spring break? Head to Wisconsin Dells
The vacation destination is full of weatherproof fun all year round.
Midwest Traveler: Kansas City baseball museum pays tribute to the Negro Leagues
Kansas City baseball museum kicks off a centennial year of tributes.
Midwest Traveler: Eating your way through Appleton, Wis.
The Wisconsin city is full of sweet surprises — but not necessarily apples.
Two centers in Indianapolis celebrate local icons Kurt Vonnegut and Madam Walker
Two centers pay tribute to novelist Kurt Vonnegut and Madam Walker, the first female African-American millionaire.
Here's why Mackinac Island is fun for the whole family
Every day is the "best day ever!" for families with kids on the car-free Michigan isle.
Mille Lacs workshops highlight Ojibwe art and crafts
Creative camaraderie chases away the gloom of a steely wintry weekend.
Midwest Traveler: Kansas City glows with holiday sparkle
With lights, toys and free activities, Kansas City is the Midwest's epicenter of holiday mirth.
Chicago hotels ride a wave of Warhol mania
The Windy City is having a Warhol moment, thanks to an Art Institute exhibit.
In Templeton, Iowa, tasting the historic whiskey known as 'The Good Stuff'
Iowa town is the home of Templeton Rye, a craft whiskey label revived from Prohibition days.
Midwest Traveler: Springfield, Mo., has its own late-night TV talk show, and it's a riot
"The Mystery Hour" is taped before a live studio audience in Missouri.
In this Michigan oasis, you can kayak to a dozen fine breweries
Traverse City is known for a vibrant downtown that abuts Lake Michigan, and its proximity to Michigan's best wineries and famous sand dunes.
