Spokane, Washington, is a city that is filled with everything we love: delicious restaurants, public art, plenty of breweries, nature, and an abundance of outdoor adventures right at your fingertips. During our visit to Spokane this summer, we managed to fit in hiking, zip lining,...
Lake Superior is so large that it contains 10% of the entire planet’s fresh surface water, and by surface area, it is the largest lake in the world. For these reasons and more, sailing on Lake Superior was an adventure that definitely piqued our interest....
Located in the far reaches of northern Minnesota, lies the wilderness of the Gunflint Trail and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCA). This area is dotted with forests, lakes, rivers, wildlife, and beautiful vistas in every direction. One of the most popular adventures in...
Lutsen Mountains is one of our favorite spots in Minnesota. In the winter, you can ski, snowboard, snowshoe, and more at one of the best and largest ski resorts in the Midwest. And, in the summer there’s an entirely different, but equally fun set of...
One of our favorite aspects of Grand Marais, Minnesota, is the strong artist vibe everywhere you look. Even though the town is home to only around 1,300 inhabitants, it is filled with endless creativity. Grand Marais is home to a variety of public art, galleries,...
We have long been believers that aerial views from above are some of the best views you can get, and zip lining is no exception. We’ve been zip lining in quite a few different locations over the years. Some of the spots we’ve zip lined...
One of our favorite areas of Minnesota, the state we call home, is Cook County. With sweeping views of giant Lake Superior, rocky coastlines, thick forests, an abundance of waterfalls, the Sawtooth Mountains (home to the highest elevation in the state), endless outdoor adventures, and...
We went to St. Joseph, Missouri, with no preconceived notions. Neither Micah nor I knew anything about the city, and what we uncovered during our long weekend visit, was a city full of surprises. We found hidden gems around every corner. Delicious restaurants, adorable boutique...
Our recent trip to Rapid City, South Dakota, was filled with delicious food, fantastic coffee and beer, beautiful natural landscapes, great people, and adorable wildlife, but it was also filled with something else. An entire weekend of misty, foggy weather. The fog was so bad...
Berlin, Germany, is a city that has always intrigued me. There really is no place quite like it. The history from the past combined with the culture of today has created a contrasting mix full of surprises. During our five days exploring the city, we...
Towering canyon walls stand on either side of you. Wading upstream, you travel through a river in ankle to waist deep waters. A walking stick in one hand keeps you steady, while a snug dry suit keep you warm from the icy water at your...
We walked into the tiny airport and checked in at the front desk. There were no lines, no security measures, and only a couple of other people in view. We took a seat and waited. It didn’t take long until we were greeted by our...
