Backyard barbeques. S’mores. Road trips. Sandy toes. The warm summer days are here and so are our partners with the best options in travel, dining, recreation, and much more. Browse our page to find your next favorite summertime memory. Don’t forget the sunscreen!
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The Perfect Summer Road-Trip Vacation Up North
This summer, take an old-fashioned road trip up north to reconnect, recharge, and relax in Minnesota’s Northwoods
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Plan Your Historic Minnesota Road Trip or Staycation
Whether your plans this summer include a Minnesota road trip or adventures closer to home, the 26 historic sites and museums operated by the Minnesota Historical Society offer a wide variety of exciting and stimulating destinations
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Summer Fun in Fairmont
Two hours south of the Twin Cities lies Fairmont, a city that overflows with small-town charm and the beauty of the outdoors
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Thunder Bay Has Something for Everyone
Whether you want to enjoy that great outdoor adventure by getting out on the lake or hitting trails by bike or foot, there is nothing better to end the day than with a great reward of a Thunder Bay culinary delight
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Historic Train Rides
Recreate a leisurely day of travel from the past century when getting there was half of the fun with the Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad
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New Exhibit Merges Play, Learning, Splash at Great Lakes Aquarium
Summer is a splash all over the state of Minnesota. This year, that includes the newest must-see exhibit at Great Lakes Aquarium in Duluth
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5 Ways to Stay Cool This Summer With Twin Cities Gateway
Minnesota is the land of 10,000 lakes, but Twin Cities Gateway is your splash headquarters. We’ve got tips to stay cool all summer long.
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Explore the Great Outdoors and More in Cannon Falls, Minn.
This scenic riverside community offers a wide variety of recreation and relaxation paired with hometown service and hospitality
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Summer Fun in the Willmar Lakes Area
The Willmar Lakes Area is “Where the Lakes Begin” in west-central Minnesota. This is the perfect place to make memories with your family.
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Seek and Ye Shall Find
Visit Red Wing this summer for a fun-filled adventure. This quaint river town boasts more than meets the eye.
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Make Giant Memories
Giants Ridge is the No. 1-rated family vacation destination in Minnesota, located north of Duluth in the heart of Minnesota’s unspoiled Superior National Forest of the Mesabi Iron Range
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A World Away Is Not So Far Away
There's a place you can go—it's not far away but will leave you feeling like you're in a different world. It's a place where times slows down, and lifelong friendships are made
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Ignite Your Senses This Summer
From seasonal smells and roaring waves to epic views and festive flavors...ignite your senses with the wonder of the La Crosse region
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Making the Most of the Many Waters
People have been enjoying the lakes in the Alexandria area for a long time. For the past 10 years, an Alexandria man and his company have changed the way people experience them while having a lot of fun along the way.
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Ultimate North Shore Road Trip in Lake County, MN
Plan the Ultimate North Shore Road Trip through Lake County, MN this summer and be wowed by its ancient cliffs, hidden beaches, and stunning...
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Handcrafted Minnesota Wine: It Started With a Love for Grapes
Crow River Winery's beautiful outdoor Courtyard is the perfect setting to enjoy handmade wine, 8 beer taps, wine slushes and delicious food!