On the Laura Ingalls homestead in South Dakota, a modern family survives the night in a covered wagon
Adventure and history showcase the homestead of children's author Laura Ingalls Wilder.
'A pent-up demand for travel' despite gas prices, flight delays
Thousands of Minnesotans plan to travel over the holiday weekend despite high gas prices, expected flight delays and cancellations, and possible havoc at airports.
4 of the best river paddling trips in southeast Minnesota
For unspoiled nature and quiet river towns, take these kayak trips down the Cannon, Zumbro and Root rivers (plus a bonus trip in Wisconsin).
Travel
Travel Troubleshooter: Czech airline lost my luggage, but won't reimburse my expenses
CSA Czech Airlines loses Dick Helms' luggage. When he buys clothes and toiletries, the carrier promises to reimburse him promptly. But it doesn't.
Travel
Delta will let you change July 4th weekend flights for no cost
The airline says flight dates can be changed any time by July 8 without a fare difference or change fee.
Travel
Travel Troubleshooter: Club Med wants another $3,000 for a vacation I already paid for
After Laura Keir pays for her Club Med vacation, she gets another bill for $3,000. If she doesn't pay, she can't check in.
Travel
Midwest Travel
Looking for a road trip? We have a section that highlights events and destinations within a day's drive.
Travel
A Minnesotan star of Swedish reality TV returns to Stockholm
After winning a family reunion on TV, novelist Sally Franson vacationed in Sweden as a minor celebrity.
Travel
Discover classical Old World sights on an all-American road trip
Take a road trip to Michelangelo in Sioux Falls, ancient Rome in Wisconsin Dells, and the Leaning Tower of ... Chicagoland?
Travel
Travel Troubleshooter: Where is my credit for the flight I canceled?
"Hiccup" invalidates the promised credit for a canceled United Airlines flight.
Travel
A cruise will take you from Duluth to Antarctica in 2023
The "Longitudinal World Cruise" will cover eight countries in 71 days. The price tag? Starting at $49,995.
Travel
Travel Troubleshooter: Vrbo host cancels at the last minute, leaves a one-star review
Vrbo's "book with confidence" guarantee is supposed to take care of this.
Travel
Museum of Ice Cream coming to Chicago; Delta cancels summer flights
Also: Italy drops its pandemic restrictions; the Airbus A321neo debuts.
Travel
Headed to New York City for a long weekend? Here's a guide for a whirlwind art tour
A three-day itinerary of art in the Big Apple, from the High Line to Lower Manhattan.
Flight delays and cancellations hamper Memorial Day weekend travel at MSP and around the nation
At Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 34 flights had been eliminated Saturday, according to FlightAware. Among them were 29 flights operated by Delta, the dominant carrier at the airport.
Travel
5 essential new Midwest travel experiences for summer 2022
A natural adventure park in the Dells, mountain biking on the North Shore, and luxury cruising arrives in Minnesota.
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With fewer permits in 2022, here are worthy alternatives to the BWCA
Tips for navigating a tighter Boundary Waters this summer — plus other places to paddle.
Travel
Travel Troubleshooter: This Mexico resort is all-inclusive — except, apparently, for lunch and dinner
When is an all-inclusive stay not all-inclusive?
Duluth
Tension brews over vacation rentals in Duluth
Duluth's City Council hears its first appeal of a vacation rental permit Monday.
Music
How does it feel to visit the new Bob Dylan Center? In a word: terrific
An insider's look at the interactive museum exploring Minnesota's music icon.
Travel
Go, Gophers! University of Minnesota alumni travel revs back up
The Minnesota Alumni Travel program offers bucket-list world trips, plus camaraderie.
Travel
U.S. will restore expanded flights to Cuba
Montana is creating the largest prairie reserve in the lower 48 states.
Local
Pent-up travel demand for this summer runs into higher costs
It will probably cost more to fly and drive this summer, but those wanting to hit the road are undeterred.
Duluth
After a decadelong absence, cruise ships will again stop in Duluth
Several such ships are expected to pass through Duluth this summer, starting with Viking Octantis on May 30.
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