Featured Photo by Getty Images Minnesota Guys Weekend: Getaway in the Detroit Lakes Region Detroit Lakes, Minnesota is the perfect destination for planning your next weekend getaway with the boys. Located in northwest Minnesota, the city of Detroit Lakes resides near more than 400 lakes within 25 miles giving visitors an abundance of outdoor recreation activities on the land and the water. Not to mention exciting events like We Fest, DL Cruise Night, and the Ojibwe Forests Rally. There are also excellent craft breweries, golf courses, off roading trails, and resorts, bringing together all t ..read more

Featured Photo by Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission Best Pacific Northwest State Parks With Unique Scenery Near The Snake River The Snake River Valley cuts through and nearby some of the most unique natural areas in the Pacific Northwest. These areas include scenic State Parks that showcase some of the most striking features of the landscape. Here are a few of the best scenic State Parks along the Snake River for your next Pacific Northwest adventure. Photo by Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission / Howard Ignatius Snake River State Parks: Palouse Falls St ..read more

Featured Photo by National WWI Museum and Memorial 5 Of The Best Historical Stops Along The Missouri River! The Missouri River flows along Missouri’s north western border down to Kansas City before travelling across the state and emptying into the Mississippi River. Along the way there are many vibrant Missouri cities filled with attractions, entertainment, outdoor recreation, art and culture, and history. The history in some of these cities is significant, especially those cities that feature important historical landmarks and buildings. Whether you are a history buff or a traveler within ..read more

Photo Credit: Twin Cities Pride (Twin Cities, MN) Pride on the Great River Road​. Celebrate community! Music, parades, dances, pub crawls and drag! These riverside festivals bring LGBTQIA+ awareness and culture — with a dash of color.   ~Minnesota~   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Twin Cities Pride (@twincitiespride) Twin Cities Pride (Minneapolis, MN) Bring your family and enjoy 4 free stages of music, 40 food vendors, and over 400 booths (fireworks and a parade too!). There will be plenty to watch in Minnesota’s bustling city of LGBTQIA+ supporte ..read more

Featured Photo by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources/Gina Bonsignore Plan a Summer Adventure with an Urban Twist along Minnesota’s Great River Road! www.mnmississippiriver.com The Minnesota Great River Road winds through cities filled with scenic and historic features that make it an All-American Road. The Twin Cities area is one place with many scenic areas and historical places for river road travelers to explore. Summer is the perfect time to take it all in, so hit the road to these Minnesota Great River Road destinations! Photo by John Anfinson The Mississippi National River ..read more

Feature Photo by Visit Hood River The Best Outdoor Attractions To Visit Near The Columbia River Gorge The Columbia River Gorge is one of the many beautiful areas in the Pacific Northwest, just west of Portland, Oregon on the Columbia River. Here are some of the best outdoor attractions to see in the area to take in the scenery while visiting the gorge. Photo by Travel Portland/@alexclapin Columbia River Gorge Attractions: Multnomah Falls (Cascade Locks, OR) Best For Biggest Waterfall Being Oregon’s tallest waterfall at 620 feet, Multnomah Falls is a popular attraction in the Columbia ..read more

Featured Photo by Discover Monroe-West Monroe Outdoor Weekend Getaway In Monroe-West Monroe, LA Along The Ouachita River Nestled in northern Louisiana, the cities of Monroe and West Monroe sit on the banks of the Ouachita River and Bayou DeSiard creating the perfect setting for a southern vacation filled with outdoor recreation and leisure. The two cities are packed with accessible and maintained city parks, rural parks, gardens, places for hands-on experiences, restaurants with outdoor seating, and many other attractions for enjoying Louisiana outdoors. Here are a few things to check out ..read more

Featured Photo by Stanislav Rozhkov New Orleans Drinking: 5 Famous Original Cocktails And Where To Try Them New Orleans, LA Commonly accepted by many as the city where the cocktail was invented, New Orleans has long been a hub for fine drinking and classic concoctions. In recent years, the cocktail renaissance has gained new footing as the city’s Southern hospitality, and a carefully crafted beverage, have been increasingly paired up by many New Orleans establishments and bars. Today, the traditional cocktails are a staple and there are a few you might not want to miss out on the next time ..read more

Featured Photo by No-Li Brewhouse Best Spokane Beer, Wine, And Coffee In The Spokane River Valley The Pacific Northwest is known nationwide for all things wine, beer, and coffee, but Washington state is especially recognized as having some of the best cities in the U.S. for beer, wine, and coffee connoisseurs. Spokane is one such Washington city with an abundance of breweries, wineries, and coffee shops serving up some of the best and most unique drinks in the nation. Here are a few of the best places to visit in Spokane along the Spokane River for amazing coffee, brews, and wine! Photo ..read more