All in Midwest Towns and Cities

Ames, Iowa - More than just a college town

When you think of places to visit in Iowa, things like Des Moines, the Bridges of Madison County, or Pella often make the list of places to see. Throughout the years, I’ve made a lot of visits to Iowa. And now after spending several days in Ames (a city of about 70,000) I think the city should definitely be on the list, too. Here are five reasons to think about a visit to this central Iowa city.

Treasures along Iowa's Lincoln Highway

In Iowa, the Lincoln Highway (U.S. 30) cuts across the state from the Mississippi River to the Missouri River near Omaha, NE. Along the way, small towns, history, sweeping prairie landscapes and bustling cities provide plenty of reasons to consider the Lincoln Highway for a road trip. Here is some of what you’ll find along (and near) the Lincoln Highway from Mt. Vernon to Belle Plaine.

St. Louis, Missouri - Show me the FREE attractions

When it comes to free attractions you’ll find plenty of them in the Show Me State’s second largest city. From a world class zoo and museums to America’s Gateway to the West, St. Louis offers plenty of ways to have fun without dipping to far into your wallet. Here are a few of the free things to do in St. Louis, Missouri.