Kick off your adventure on the Mother Road with a photo at the Historic Begin Route 66 sign in Chicago, Illinois!
Megan Bannister
If I hadn’t been doing research for an adventure for Wandering the World’s Largest, I never would have stumbled upon the Abita Mystery House. But am I ever glad that I did…
When anyone asks what we did on our trip to New Orleans earlier this year, my response often begins with the things we ate. This isn’t because we didn’t see or do anything else worth talking about—I promise we did—but because in the three days we were there, we ate an incredible amount of delicious food…
I love a roadside attraction. But one you can spend the night in? Sign me up! The Wigwam Village No. 2 in Cave City, Kentucky is one of only three remaining wigwam motels in the…
On February 3, 1959, Buddy Holly and his band played the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa as part of their Winter Dance Party tour across the Midwest. Frustrated with uncomfortable travel conditions on the tour bus, Holly chartered a small plane to the band’s next venue in Moorhead, Minnesota.
If you like to explore off the beaten path, there is no shortage of things to do in north central Kansas. So pack your suitcase, load up your car and get ready for a road…
I’ve spent my fair share of time in Wisconsin. I’d even explored southern Wisconsin before. But a lot can change in a few years, especially in a community that’s passionate about supporting its downtown. I…
There are a lot things that unexpectedly delighted me about Wichita, Kansas. But the city’s blossoming arts scene is easily one of my favorite surprises.
If you’re not from the upper Midwest, chances are you may not have heard of a supper club. While the name gives some indication of what you’re in for — a club where you eat,…
It’s no secret that there’s lots to see and do in northern Iowa. But you may be surprised to learn about all of the delicious restaurants in Mason City, Iowa. In addition to a vibrant…