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A small white light and black light house with red shingles on the roof. It is on the sandy shores of a lake but there is also snow and ice hanging off the dock near the lighthouse. There are dunes with dried grass and trees with no leaves. One of the best things to do in Michigan

25 Best Things to Do in Michigan for Your Bucket List

August 12, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

There are so many things to do in Michigan, it is one of my favorite Midwest states. With four of the five Great …

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Filed Under: Exciting Cities, Fall, Michigan, Outdoor Adventures, Spring, Summer, Things To Do, Weekend Getaways, Winter Tagged With: Michigan, Travel, USA

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25 Best Things to Do in Wisconsin You Can’t Miss

August 4, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Are you looking for things to do in Wisconsin? Then this list is perfect for you! This guide brings together 25 of my …

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Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Travel

Looking down a tree lined road towards the capital building in Madison Wisconsin. The trees have yellow leaves and the building is a large white colonial style building. Awesome for Wisconsin weekend getaways

15 Unforgettable Wisconsin Weekend Getaways

August 4, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Looking for the best Wisconsin weekend getaway? I was born and raised in the Midwest and Wisconsin is one of my favorite …

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Filed Under: Exciting Cities, Outdoor Adventures, Things To Do, Weekend Getaways, Wisconsin Tagged With: USA, Weekend Getaways, Wisconsin

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15 Best Missouri Road Trips for an Unforgettable Adventure

August 1, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Looking for the best Missouri road trips? The best scenic drives in Missouri take you through the Ozarks, along the …

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Filed Under: Exciting Cities, Fall, Missouri, Outdoor Adventures, Things To Do Tagged With: Missouri, Travel, USA

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15 Best Route 66 Attractions You Need to Visit

July 29, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Looking for the best Route 66 attractions? You are in the right place. Stretching more than 2,400 miles from …

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Filed Under: Illinois, Kansas, Missouri, Things To Do Tagged With: Midwest, Route 66 attractions, Travel, USA

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15 Best Restaurants in Cincinnati You Need to Try

July 28, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Looking for the best restaurants in Cincinnati? Whether you're craving authentic Mexican food, perfectly cooked steaks, …

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Filed Under: Exciting Cities, Food And Drink, Ohio, Weekend Getaways Tagged With: Cincinnati restaurants, Food and drink, Ohio

The skyline of one of the cutest small towns in Wisconsin. You can see old homes, buildings, and a church steeple peaking through the tops of trees. The trees have red, yellow, orange, and green leaves on them.

15 Best Small Towns in Wisconsin to Visit

July 22, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

The small towns in Wisconsin are some of my favouite places to explore in the state. While Wisconsin might be known for …

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Filed Under: Fall, Spring, Summer, Things To Do, Weekend Getaways, Winter, Wisconsin Tagged With: Travel, USA, Wisconsin

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15 Best Weekend Getaways in Michigan for Every Type of Traveller

July 21, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Are you looking for the best weekend getaways in Michigan? Whether you're dreaming of relaxing on the shores of Lake …

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Filed Under: Exciting Cities, Michigan, Weekend Getaways Tagged With: Michigan, Michigan Weekend Getaways, Travel, USA

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15 Best Midwest Road Trips for Your Bucket List

July 21, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Midwest road trips are one of the best ways to discover the charming small towns, scenic byways, spectacular state parks …

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Filed Under: Food And Drink, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Outdoor Adventures, South Dakota, Things To Do, Wisconsin Tagged With: Midwest, Midwest Road Trips, Travel, United States

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10 Best Waterfalls in Iowa You Need to Visit

July 14, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Are you thinking of exploring the best waterfalls in Iowa? I've got you. When most people think of waterfalls, Iowa …

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Filed Under: Exciting Cities, Iowa, Things To Do Tagged With: Iowa, Iowa waterfalls, Travel, USA

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