Midwest Travel and Life

Midwest Travel is one of the most underrated destinations. Ok, so I may have a biased opinion since I have called Minnesota home for most of my life. But the Midwest is amazing!

While I love to travel all over the world, there is nothing like home. Midwest Travel does not get the credit it deserves. It actually doesn’t get any of the credit it deserves. There seems to be a strange interpretation of what life is like here. Sadly, some of the most common questions I get are if there is electricity in the small towns; if there are movie theaters in rural areas; and if everyone here talks like the movie Fargo.

It’s time for the country and world to know the Midwest has so much more to offer than many realize; beautiful views, amazing outdoor adventures, fantastic food, electricity in small towns, movie theaters in rural areas, and crazy events. While I do know of an area in northern Minnesota where you can hear the strong Scandinavian brogue from the movie Fargo, most people don’t talk like that.

Join me as I share all that Midwest travel has to offer. Because no matter what life brings, no matter where my heart takes me, no matter what the more recent stamp is in my passport, the Midwest will always be home.

Midwest Travel and Life, North-Dakota Travel

Downtown Fargo: Ultimate Guide to a Weekend Getaway in Fargo, ND

Are you looking for a fun weekend getaway in the Midwest? You need to check out the Midwest gem, Downtown Fargo, ND. I grew up in a mid-sized town in northern Minnesota located halfway between Duluth, MN, and Fargo, ND. When we wanted to go on a quick road trip if we were not camping, chances are good we were…

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Midwest Travel and Life, North-Dakota Travel

Scheels Arena: Your guide to attending events at Scheels Arena in Fargo, ND

Looking for a fun concert venue in the Midwest? Check out the events calendar at Scheels Arena in Fargo, ND. I’ve written over the last few posts about all of the fun places to eat (Sandy’s Donuts), get a drink (Toasted Frog), where to stay (Jasper Hotel), and things to do in Fargo, ND. While we had a great time…

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Midwest Travel and Life, North-Dakota Travel, Restaurants and Bars

Insomnia Cookies: Why Insomnia is the Best for a Late-Night Treat

Have a hankering for a late-night treat? You must try Insomnia Cookies in Downtown Fargo, ND. We arrived in Downtown Fargo late on a Friday night. Exhausted after a long day of work followed by the three-and-a-half-hour drive, we really didn’t feel up to doing too much. BUT, we also didn’t want to waste a second of our precious time…

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Midwest Travel and Life, North-Dakota Travel, Restaurants and Bars

Sandy’s Donuts: Where to get AMAZING Donuts in Fargo, ND

Do you think you don’t like donuts? Check out Sandy’s Donuts in Fargo, ND. They may change your mind! Self-confession, I’m not a fan of donuts. I know; I will lose followers for saying that but hear me out. I don’t usually eat donuts for one reason, they give me a stomach ache and I don’t know why. Maybe it’s…

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Midwest Travel and Life, North-Dakota Travel, Restaurants and Bars

Toasted Frog: Five Reasons you should go to Toasted Frog in Fargo, ND

Do you need a fun place to get a drink with some friends? Check out the Toasted Frog in downtown Fargo, ND. So many people think eating while on vacation is just a task that needs to be done so your tummy doesn’t grumble while you are touring an art museum. For me, however, the restaurant, the food, and the…

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Food and Beverage, Midwest Travel and Life, North-Dakota Travel

Black Coffee & Waffle Bar: 5 Reasons to Visit Black Coffee & Waffle Bar

Are you planning a weekend in Fargo, ND? Here are five reasons you need to go to Black Coffee and Waffle Bar in Downtown Fargo. About as much as I love finding local breweries when I’m traveling somewhere, I love finding a good local coffee shop. Yes, I will stop at a Starbucks (I love PSL time) or a Caribou…

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Midwest Travel and Life, North-Dakota Travel, Restaurants and Bars

Rosewild Restaurant – Where to Enjoy a Jazz Brunch in Fargo, ND

Who doesn’t love a good brunch spot? Look no further than the Jazz Brunch at Rosewild Restaurant in the Jasper Hotel. I hate mornings!!! If I could sleep in every day I would which is probably why I love brunch. In fact, most weekends we have brunch as weekends are our time to catch up on some sleep. So when…

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Midwest Travel and Life, North-Dakota Travel, Restaurants and Bars

Teddy’s Eatery: Where to Get Lunch in Downtown Fargo, ND

Are you looking for a great place to grab lunch in Fargo, ND? Head to Teddy’s Eatery in Downtown Fargo! During a recent trip to Fargo, ND we decided to book a hotel downtown. If you missed it, check out my previous post on the Jasper Hotel and why I enjoyed staying there. I did a lot of research on…

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Breweries, Distilleries, and Wineries, Midwest Travel and Life, Minnesota Travel

Lift Bridge Brewery: Stillwater, MN

Want to visit one of the oldest craft breweries in Minnesota? Check out Lift Bridge Brewery in Stillwater, MN. As someone who loves craft beer, I can say Lift Bridge is one of the best. I don’t know why but I was surprised to learn Lift Bridge was the 12th craft brewery to open in Minnesota. That was in 2008.…

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