Stockholm is said to have the “world’s longest art exhibit”. You might think this art would be in a giant traditional museum, but it’s actually not! It’s located throughout 70 miles of Stockholm’s subway system—90 out of the 100 stations are adorned with art. So,...
Large, historic mansions have always intrigued me, especially when they have a storied history full of opulence and mystery. The Glensheen Mansion, located right on the shores of Lake Superior in Duluth, Minnesota, is no exception.I have visited the mansion a couple of times over...
We have been kayaking in so many different places—in lakes, rivers, you name it. But we have yet to even make a dent in exploring all the lakes in our home state (there are mover than 11,000 lakes in Minnesota after all!). One of our...
Minnesota has a vibrant art scene with world class museums, theater and live music in every direction and artist galleries and studios in almost every corner. In addition to this, residents have learned to embrace the winter and find creative ways to enjoy the season....
What’s a loppet you may be wondering? A loppet is a Scandinaian word for a long-distance cross-country ski event or a long endurance race over varied terrain.Every year, the City of Lakes Loppet Ski Festival is held in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This event is dubbed “the...
During our weeklong road trip through New York, we just had to explore some of the brewery and winery trails in the Finger Lakes that we had heard so much about. It sometimes seems as though California gets all the attention for the best wineries...
Paddling through the city is a completely different experience than kayaking in the wilds of nature. Kayaking is one of our favorite adventures, but it isn't all that often that we have an opportunity to paddle through an urban setting. During my trip to Milwaukee...
As the temperatures start to drop and winter starts to set in, so does the holiday spirit. Festive lights, spicy mulled wine, tasty treats, local handicrafts and holiday cheer are all overflowing at holiday markets and a visit is sure to put you in the...
There are plenty of ways to explore Milwaukee, but hopping on a bike might just be one of the best ways to see the city! We’ve been trying to get out and do more biking, so I was excited to find an abundance of different...
When we travel, we love exploring both cities and nature, and for this reason, most of our trips consist of both outdoor and urban adventures. We have been fortunate to have so many wonderful experiences over the years. It was hard to narrow down, but...
After staring at the glimmering waters of Lake Michigan all throughout lunch, we had the chance to actually get out on the water right after we ate. We were heading out for an afternoon of sailing, and I couldn’t have been more excited.I’ve been sailing...
Have you ever felt the urge to revert back to your childhood for a night? I know I have! Running around playing laser tag, jumping in bouncy houses, and playing arcade games aren't adventures just for kids anymore. Well, at least not at Bounce Milwaukee...
