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A First-Timer’s Guide to Travel Conferences

When I attended my first travel conference—TBEX (Travel Blog Exchange)—last year, I had no idea what to expect. Luckily I had some online friends who showed me the ropes and made me more comfortable in the…

Spring Break Getaways
5 Spring Break Inspired Weekend Getaways

Ever since I can remember, all of my classmates and I desperately looked forward to spring break. Not only did it mean a week off school, but spring break always seemed to signify the impending,…

2016: A Year in Review

Earlier this week, I shared some of Olio in Iowa readers’ favorite posts from the past year. But when I sat down to look back on my year in travel, I realized there were so…

Olio in Iowa's Best of 2016
Olio in Iowa’s Best of 2016

It’s been a bit of a crazy year—both personally and from a travel perspective. I’ve traversed across the Midwest and explored new areas of the south in my trusty old Acura (RIP, old friend) and…

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Des Moines Essentials: Autumn Edition

Sure, summer is swell. But I’ve always been a shameless lover of autumn, especially in Des Moines. Whether it’s breathing in the first crisp mornings or unpacking favorite sweaters, there’s something extra special about this time…

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Everything We Ate at the Minnesota State Fair

state Disclosure: Our trip to fair was hosted by the Roseville Visitors Association and the Minnesota State Fair. However, all opinions are my own. When we first started planning our trip to the Minnesota State Fair, I…