The Viking Expedition cruise ship Octantis is sailing its first season on the Great Lakes. Find out what to expect from an expedition cruise, including scientific research, onboard laboratory and libraries, luxury amenities, and all the equipment to enjoy active excursions off ship.
Visiting Jack London State Park near Sonoma, California, brought back many pleasant memories of his stories and books I’d read since being introduced to To Build a Fire in 9th grade.
Twenty travel stories from destinations and tour providers about reviving travel after the long impact of the pandemic. From start-up companies to major destinations, new initiatives speak to the future of travel.
Five things we love about Duluth, including top attractions, viewpoints and historic sites. With bonus notes on Duluth’s best bets for restaurants, food and drink.
Calling all visitors to Minneapolis, for sports, arts, eats, shopping or other: you’ll find a happy base camp in the downtown area. Try shopping in the North Loop, walking from the River to the Sculpture Garden, sampling free music on the mall, or eating at the great range of restaurants.
A list of National Parks and Monuments by state, with links to our stories about parks we’ve visited. There are 62 U.S. National Parks, including two in American Samoa and the United States Virgin Islands. Lots of other fun facts about National Parks.
The best deal in the world for mature travelers is the U.S. National Park Service (NPS) lifetime visitor pass for $80. It’s good at some 2,000 national parks, monuments, and federal recreation areas. Here’s more about the appeal of our National Park Service.
Tips for planning a safe road trip, particularly in post-pandemic times. How to prepare for gas and food stops and lodging on your 2020 road trip.
Grand Marais on Lake Superior’s North Shore in Minnesota is worth a visit for a few days. Read where to eat, shop, and stay, and find ideas for nearby day hikes.
Things to do in Minneapolis St. Paul, including theater, music, walking tours, bike rides, food and restaurants. Find fun things to do any time of year.