Are you looking for the perfect relaxing and beautiful getaway for your family or a group of friends. Looks no further than “The Asher” a gorgeous vacation property on the shores of Lake Michigan. Located just two hours north of Chicago and an hour from Milwaukee in the small town of Belgium, Wisconsin this property will not disappoint. From the moment you enter you will feel relaxed and at ease. The modern yet cozy decor is perfect for this lakeside paradise. The large windows give such a great view, you almost feel as if you can feel the breeze coming off the lake even when you are inside ..read more

White Eagle Resort in beautiful northern Minnesota is a total dream. Located on Lake Vermilion and near the town of Cook it is the perfect location to make amazing memories! Lake Vermilion is a large and beautiful lake complete with 365 islands. We had so much fun exploring this lake and area. Quick Facts: Website: CLICK HERE Address: 3026 White Eagle Dr, Cook, MN 55723 Located on Lake Vermilion Closest Town: Cook, Minnesota White Eagle Resort is family owned and operated. The owners are friendly and so kind. We loved getting to chat with them. They also were able to give great recommenda ..read more

Looking for a fun new experience this summer. Look no further than The A Maze’n Farmyard in Eden Valley, Minnesota. Get ready for a day full of ALL the fun. The A Maze’n Farmyard has so many different attractions within itself, as well as a large variety of hands on animal experiences. We were so surprised at how much there was to do and we literally spent a full day here. So, even if Eden Valley is a bit of a drive, don’t hesitate, because its worth it! Quick Facts: A Maze’n Farmyard  Location: 57645 State Hwy 55 Eden Valley, MN Hours: Open Daily, Memorial Day – Labor Day Rates: Ages 2 ..read more

Fall is one of the best times to adventure in the Midwest. The leaves are beautiful and the weather is perfect for active adventures.  Today I am going to go over 10 of my favorite fall activities in and around Minnesota. 1. The Pequot Lakes Fire Tower, Minnesota This is the PERFECT spot to view fall leaves. Located in Pequot Lakes, Minnesota this is a short hike, but it obviously has a lot of elevation gain! CLICK HERE to read all the details! 2. Madeline Island, Wisconsin Madeline Island is a dream in the fall. Your Journey will start and end with a beautiful ferry ride out of Ba ..read more

Paul Bunyan Land is an amusement park located in Brainerd, Minnesota. Paul has been greeting guests in the Brainerd Lakes area since 1954. If you visited as a kid, you are in for a treat. While there have obviously been many updates throughout the years, much of the park remains the same as the good ol’ days, and will bring back wonderful memories. Details: Location: 17553 State Highway 18, Brainerd, MN 56401 Admission & Hours: Subject to change yearly, CLICK HERE to see website for current prices and hours. Inclusions: Unlimited Use of Rides, Open to Close Ability to leave and retu ..read more

The Fawn Crossing Nature Play Area is located Whitetail Woods Regional Park in Farmington, Minnesota. This is a beautiful and unique park that turns nature into fun! This park takes the simple parts of nature, such as sticks, stumps, sand, and water and turns them into inviting, creative, self led activities. Children of all ages will enjoy this park. Adults too! My husband and I really enjoyed it. In this blog I will tell you everything you need to know to have a great day at this nature play area. Location: 17100 Station Trail, Farmington, MN 55024 Inclusions: Fort building area Sand play ..read more

My family recently spend two wonderful nights in a pine view camper cabin at Whitetail Woods Regional Park in Farmington, Minnesota. I was very excited for this trip as it’s been on my bucket list for a while. From the moment I saw photos of their camper cabins I knew I had to stay in one. In this blog I will tell you all about the camper cabins and our experience. Details: Location: 17100 Station Trail, Farmington, MN 55024 Our Stay: Late May – Early June 2021 – Myself, my husband, our two kids (7&5) Bedding: Bunk bed with full-size over queen-size bed with mattresses — top bunk includes ..read more

I have had my eyes on this specific yurt for years now. Located in Bayfield, Wisconsin and overlooking Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands, it’s dreamy. I am so happy to have finally checked this experience off the bucket list. It was a beautiful adventure, and there was a lot of unexpected hard work involved. Ha! I definitely booked before I read all the information. In this post I’ll tell you all the details you need to have an amazing stay with your family. You are going to love this adventure! Details: Location: Bayfield, Wisconsin (see Airbnb listing at bottom of blog for more details ..read more

Safari North Wildlife park is an amazing place for a day fun of family fun. We LOVE it there. The park has amazing animals and some really fun interactive experiences. Another bonus: this wildlife park is located entirely outdoors (with the exception of the gift shop). We have been to this park a lot, and we have learned a lot during our visits. In this blog I will tell you about the park, what to expect, and what to bring to make it a great day. Details: Location: 8493 State Hwy 371, Brainerd, MN 56401 Parking: Parking is free and there is plenty available. Tickets: CLICK HERE to see website ..read more

Minnesota’s North Shore is full of amazing places to stop and explore. Today I am going to highlight some awesome stops to make if you have the kids along!  Toms Historic Logging Camp & Old Northwest Company Trading Post Location: 5797 N Shore Drive, Duluth, MN 55805 Toms Historic Logging Camp is a fun stop on Scenic Highway 61 just north of Duluth. It has great signage so its hard to miss. You can get to it from the scenic route or from the main highway. At Toms Logging Camp they have duplicated an old logging camp with a horse barn, blacksmith shop, harness shop, shoe shop, horsesh ..read more