My husband and I flew to Fairbanks, Alaska, eager to see the dazzling light display officially known as the aurora borealis. Fairbank’s generally clear winter skies and low levels of light pollution, make it one of the best places in the world to see the northern lights.
There’s plenty to do during a day trip to St. Louis beyond seeing the arch. Check out the Missouri History Museum’s “St. Louis Sound” exhibit.
F.W. Kent Park offers year-round education, recreation, exploration in abundance.
Dutchman’s Store in Cantril builds on old-fashioned general store idea.
Dyersville rounds the bases with movie site, basilica, farm toys and more
If you’re looking for chills and thrills beyond Halloween, here are just a few of Iowa’s haunted sites you can visit year-round. Most are close to home, but the most notorious one is in the southwest corner of the state.
With sister city Douglas, these towns harbor culture, cuisine and outdoor adventure near the shores of Lake Michigan.
From quirky, artist-designed guest rooms to panoramic Lake Michigan views, there’s plenty to see and do in addition to Wisconsin’s iconic cheese and beer scene.
Covered bridges, John Wayne Museum among sites luring a world of visitors to this area southwest of Des Moines.
Trips to Nebraska, South Dakota showcase women writers’ history
Pack your flashlight (and a change of clothes for the ride home)
For passionate lovers of trees, camping and hiking beneath the California redwoods is the experience of a lifetime.
The city’s ties to Mark Twain promise to blend literature and imagination
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