Spring break is coming, and while it’s tempting to escape to a warmer climate, a tropical vacation may not fit your schedule or budget. Luckily, Iowa is packed with fun family trip destinations that are easy to get to (and…
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9 Iowa Landmarks You Can Enjoy from Your Car
Are you over in the merge lane? You know that spot where you are still social distancing, but just starting to get out and about? Cruise into some family fun by checking out these landmarks from the comfort of your…
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Iconic Movie Landmarks You Can Visit IRL in Iowa
Looking for a unique day trip this summer? Des Moines may not be anywhere near Hollywood, but Iowa has played host to a variety of movies. Summer is the perfect time to visit some of these legendary movie sites, that…
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Day Trip to Beaverdale
Tree lined streets, the famous Beaverdale brick homes, a great shopping district and a host of fun community events…can you think of a better way to spend a fall day than in Beaverdale? As one of Des Moines’ most vibrant…
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American Gothic House and Visitor Center
By Natalie Maughan The American Gothic painting by Grant Wood is an American icon when it comes to artistic paintings. The world famous portrait of a farmer holding a pitchfork and his daughter looking sullen behind him as they stand…
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Day Trip to Valley Junction
Valley Junction was settled in 1846, incorporated in 1893, and renamed West Des Moines in 1938. This quaint shopping enclave is now home to over 150 specialty shops, restaurants and is the single largest collection of independent businesses in the Des…
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Fall Day Trips From Des Moines
Although Des Moines has oodles of opportunities for enjoyment this fall, several communities within driving distance of our great city provide a memorable day trip, especially for an out-of-town visitor just getting to know Central Iowa.
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3 Summer Day Trips 4 Kids from Des Moines
Summer is stunning in Iowa. Flowers bloom, skies are blue and fields are lush and green. It’s a beautiful time of year to enjoy the outdoors and a bit of needed time away on a one-of-a-kind road trip. Whether you’re…
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