Spring in Omaha a wonderful time to visit or explore your own backyard. Crowds are few at major city attractions like the zoo and Omaha Children’s Museum, for one thing. And another? It’s not hot and humid yet. Read on for ideas for great things to do in Omaha in the spring, particularly in the …
“You’re going to Hiawatha? You’ve got to stop at the cemetery!” I overheard my boss exclaim this and I had to eavesdrop because WUT? Apparently, some bitter farmer built a unsightly memorial for his wife just to spite the small Kansas town. That sounded intriguing enough and so begins all good road trip stories: I …
Day passes are the indulgent answer to those who want a quick escape, not an overnight escape. Midwest hotels and resorts offer day passes to their spas and pools! Here’s a round up of some great options in Nebraska, Missouri, Illinois, and Michigan. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. At no extra cost to you, …
For some of us, the thought of visiting an art museum with your young child causes cold sweats to begin. I’ve been there. But honestly, I’ve had remarkable experiences at art museums with my young kids (and a few close calls). Denver is one of the great cities that makes it easy to introduce visual …
It started out as a simple enough thought of mine: I wonder what the best new restaurant I’ve tried was. And so I started looking at what new restaurants opened in Omaha in 2021 and I realized just how much there was to choose from. Dozens of restaurants and breweries opened in Omaha in 2021, not to …
If you haven’t been to Science City in Kansas City — and you have kids — you’re missing out. It’s part science center, part children’s museum, and part playground. And I have a way to get in free (keep reading to find those discounts). I hope you find all the answers to your questions about …