Cats and coffee. Furballs and caffeine. What could go together better? We visited both locations of Cafe Meow in the Twin Cities – Roseville and New Hope. Both are similar in most ways. They’re in a shopping center, they have a cafe side and a cat room side with a couple dozen cats, and the […]
Enjoy Luxury on a Budget at Cambria Hotel Quad Cities
We visited the Quad Cities recently and had a wonderful stay at the newer Cambria Hotel – Quad Cities! The Quad Cities is made up of 5+ cities along the Iowa and Illinois border, and are located about 6 hours from the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. We visited the area for the first time in October […]
18 Unique Things for Families to Do in the Quad Cities
Our family had a fabulous weekend in the Quad Cities! Have you been there? It was our first visit, and was the perfect getaway from the Twin Cities. It’s a half day’s drive away, with many unique things to see in 4 cities between Iowa and Illinois along the Mississippi River. We went during MEA […]
Our Spooky Behind-the-Scenes Experience at Onionhead’s Revenge (& a Discount!)
One mom, three teenage girls, and dozens of monsters spent a lovely, terrifying evening together at Onionhead’s Revenge at the Mall of America. Yes, I took my 15-year-old daughter and two of her friends and wow, it was a thrill! Onionhead’s Revenge is a must-see for anyone who loves a scare. It’s 45,000 square feet […]
Pinehaven Farm in Wyoming, Minnesota Really Has it All
Wow, you guys. We were blown away at all the things you can do at Pinehaven Farm in Wyoming, Minnesota. This place has over 30 activities plus quirky, unique surprises everywhere. We visited Pinehaven Farm in the 2023 season – and had a blast. We did so much in several hours but honestly, we barely […]
The Burrow in Oakdale is a Blast for All Ages
An arcade. Ax throwing. Amazing meals and drinks. Bowling. Live music. Mini golf. Pickleball. Table games. (Not intentionally in alphabetical order but it worked!) AND MUCH MORE. How many places have you been to that have ALL of these in one place? Probably not many if at all, right? I haven’t been to anything with […]
Discover Nature (& a Hobbit House!) at Tamarack Nature Center
Of all the free places for families in the Twin Cities, Tamarack Nature Center stands out as a fun, quirky, educational, creative and inspiring destination, all in one. Tamarack Nature Center is located in White Bear Township, in the northeast metro area. My kids have played here since they were little, as there’s a lot […]
Cirque du Soleil’s “Corteo” is a Whimsical Blend of Talent and Surprises
My fiance and I saw Cirque du Soleil’s “Corteo” on opening night in St. Paul, and we were awed and surprised! We knew it would be an exceptional show, especially since I’ve seen Cirque du Soleil shows several times before and they were all amazing. But what I love the most is that all Cirque […]
Museum of Illusions at the Mall of America – Tips for Visiting!
The Museum of Illusions is open at the Mall of America, and it’s a lot of fun! I visited with my family and took a lot of photos. Here is my review and tips for visiting. About the Museum of Illusions The Museum of Illusions is located in the Mall of America, on the 2nd […]
“Emotions at Play” at the Minnesota Children’s Museum – Discount & Giveaway!
“Emotions at Play” with Pixar’s “Inside Out” is open at the Minnesota Children’s Museum!!! And you can save $3 total per ticket when you use my code TCFM either online or in person! PLUS – I have 4 tickets to GIVE AWAY! Read more about the exhibit and enter below! About the exhibit “Emotions is […]
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