There are four places in the world that I consider “home”, and Duluth is one of them. From long walks along the beach on Park Point, to hiking through waterfalls and eating your way around the city, there are so many things to do in Duluth, MN. However, Duluth’s popularity as a tourist destination doesn’t …
For a small town, Duluth is sure full of a lot of flavor. Yep, Duluth is most definitely in the running for an up-and-coming foodie destination, while still remaining true to its humble, blue-collar roots. Most people underestimate the cuisine and culture in Duluth because the vibe is overwhelming casual and unpretentious. It’s not about …
In 1868 Duluth, Minnesota was dubbed “The Zenith City on the Unsalted Seas”. Fast forward almost a century and a half and one could call Duluth “The Zenith City of Brewing”. Duluth and the surrounding area is now home to an exploding number of brewing companies. Just when you think that there is not enough …
As I described in part 1 of the MSP Travel Guide series, it took me 7 years of living in 5 other cities over two continents to appreciate Minneapolis, and St. Paul. And while Minneapolis is certainly the center of action of the two sister cities, St. Paul has all the historical, quant charm. Minneapolis …
When I was 18 I couldn’t wait to get out of the Twin Cities. I wanted to move to a bigger city with more “culture” and never look back. So I moved to Chicago for college, and only came home for holidays and sometimes in the summer. After college I moved to Europe, and my …
Most people would have never guessed that a city with such infamously long winters is actually a biker’s paradise. Yes, my hometown of Minneapolis is named one of the most bike-friendly cities in the U.S. for “building a freeway system for bikes”. We’re STILL bragging about out-ranking Portland. The Minneapolis bike trails encompass 129 miles …
One of my favorite free things to do when I’m back in my hometown is to explore the Minneapolis murals. It’s an interactive way to explore the different neighborhoods of town, and the colorful backdrops are of course ideal for the ‘gram. But more importantly, the murals of Minneapolis are about community. Each piece has …
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Duluth, Minnesota may be one of the most underrated hiking destinations in the country. The trails of Duluth and the surrounding North Shore region are considered a local gem to us Minnesotans, but it still baffles me how Lake Superior’s beauty and surrounding greenery don’t attract more national and international visitors. The best Hiking trails …
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