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A beautiful beach with a sand dune in the distance at sunset. One of the best beaches in Traverse City

11 Best Beaches in Traverse City, Michigan

August 12, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

The beaches in Traverse City are one of my favorite things about this part of Michigan. The city might be known for its …

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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

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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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

Sunset over the brick schoolhouse at Tallgrass Preserve with yellow flowers in the foreground.

14 Best Things to Do in Kansas You Can’t Miss

July 30, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Looking for the best things to do in Kansas? From dramatic rock formations to quirky museums, these Kansas attractions …

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Filed Under: Exciting Cities, Kansas, Things To Do Tagged With: Kansas, 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

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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

Waterfall in Iowa cascading over rocks into froth of water below.

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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20 Things To Do In Milwaukee WI You Shouldn’t Miss

June 23, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

Are you looking for things to do in Milwaukee? Milwaukee is the largest city in the state of Wisconsin, and the …

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Filed Under: Exciting Cities, Travel Tagged With: USA

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11 Must-See Lighthouses in Michigan for Your Bucket List

April 27, 2026 by //  by Midwest Explored

If you’re looking for the best lighthouses in Michigan, you’re in the right place. With over 120 historic lights …

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Filed Under: Exciting Cities, Michigan, Outdoor Adventures, Things To Do, Weekend Getaways Tagged With: Michigan, Midwest, Travel, United States

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