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Fall in Minnesota is one of my favorite times of year to get out and explore. The leaves are changing, the weather is finally cooling off, and there are so many fun places to visit before winter arrives. One of the best ways to enjoy the season is to spend…
If you love charming lake towns, locally owned boutiques, and discovering one-of-a-kind finds, then a shopping day in Excelsior needs to be on your list. This adorable town on the shores of Lake Minnetonka is filled with cute shops, cozy cafés, and beautiful lakeside views that make it one of…
The Great Pumpkin Trail in Wyoming, MN: A Must-See Minnesota Fall Attraction If you’re looking for something fun to do this fall in Minnesota, put the Great Pumpkin Trail in Wyoming on your list. Imagine walking along a trail surrounded by thousands of glowing pumpkins, each carved into its own…
One of our favorite ways to explore Minnesota is by finding a great brewery and turning it into a full day trip. Sometimes it leads to a small-town hidden gem with a cozy taproom. Other times it turns into an entire weekend built around lake towns, downtown walks, hiking trails,…
If you’re planning a trip to Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis, do yourself a favor and plan to grab lunch at Sea Salt Eatery while you’re there. The restaurant is literally right next to the falls, making it the perfect place to eat before or after exploring the park. We stopped…
If life has felt nonstop lately, a Yin Yoga class at River Flow Yoga in Northfield, Minnesota might be exactly what you need. While many people think yoga always means fast movement or intense poses, Yin Yoga is the opposite. It is slow, grounding, and focused on deep stretching, breathwork,…
If you’re spending the day in beautiful Excelsior, MN and looking for a casual spot with seriously good pizza, make sure you stop at Olive’s Fresh Pizza Bar. After walking around town, browsing the cute boutiques, and enjoying the lake atmosphere, pizza felt like the perfect choice — and this…
If you’ve spent any time exploring the adorable lakeside town of Excelsior, you already know it has that perfect small-town Minnesota charm. Cute shops, great restaurants, views of Lake Minnetonka, and an atmosphere that somehow feels both lively and laid back at the same time. Every time we visit, we…
If we’re being honest, we end up eating at Dino’s Pizzeria almost every time we make it to the Mankato area — it’s just one of those places we keep coming back to. This visit was a Saturday afternoon, and it couldn’t have been easier. There was hardly any wait,…
If you’re searching for the best brunch in Northfield, Minnesota, make sure The Ole Store Restaurant is on your list. Tucked into the heart of town, this longtime local favorite blends small-town charm, hearty comfort food, and creative brunch dishes that make it a must-visit stop. We recently visited Northfield…