DESTINATION Kentucky
From horse racing and Bourbon Country, to the culture of Appalachia, Civil War significance and Abraham Lincoln, Kentucky is a state enriched with deep traditions, important history and authentic heritage. You’ll find more than 61 memorials and monuments dedicated to the Civil War in Kentucky including the nation’s oldest Civil War memorial at the Frazier International History Museum in Louisville, the Bloedner Monument of 1862. Explore the Cumberland foothills community of Berea, the “arts and crafts Capital of Kentucky,” for charming shops offering pottery, weaving, hand-carved instruments, galleries, original Appalachian art, glass blowers and more. From the mammoth caves and lakes of western Kentucky to horse and bourbon country’s rolling hills and the Appalachian Mountains scenic beauty in the east, Kentucky is full of breathtaking natural attractions worth experiencing.
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Published on May 3rd, 2013
0Smoked Meats? 5 Must-Eat BBQ Spots in the Midwest
As the weather warms up and you put away your thick blizzard-proof coat, you know that Spring isn’t the only season that has sprung…it’s barbecue season! And there is no better place to get a sauce-slathered rack of ribs than the good ol’ Midwest! Best Midwest Travel has compiled a list of the best and, dare we say, sauciest joints to chow down on some fall-off-the-bone barbecue in the Midwest. Smoque BBQ | Chicago, Ill. Topping our list is Chicago’s Smoque BBQ. … Read More »
Published on March 26th, 2013
010 Top Roadside Attractions In The Midwest
There are two ways to do road trips: 1) to go straight from point A to point B in the least amount of time possible stopping only to sleep, eat, use the restroom, and pump gas and 2) to take your time and be more focused on the trip not the destination. Both ways can be memorable and fun, but we much prefer the latter. We’ve compiled a list of the ten roadside attractions that make us hit the brakes … Read More »
Published on September 10th, 2012
0September Beer & Wine Festivals in the Midwest
Ales on Rails Peninsula, OH September 14, October 5, and November 3. With three more Ales on Rails events coming up this Fall, the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad is the perfect way to sip, relax, and enjoy as you cruise through scenic Cuyahoga National Park. Celebrate OktoberFest with a selection of five Oktoberfest beers on September 14th, sample the best of autumn on October 5th with their Fall Brews tour, and don’t miss their November 3rd tour, the 4th Annual Seasonal Beer Tour. … Read More »
Published on August 24th, 2012 | via Lookin' @ Louisville
0Iconic Louisville Food
Derby Pie, Benedictine, the Hot Brown and all things bourbon, we take a City Taste Tour of Louisville’s food favorites… Read More »
Published on August 12th, 2012
03 Legendary Nightlife Hotspots in the Midwest
You’re on vacation. You’ve visited the museums, taken pictures at the city’s top attractions, and had a meal that made your taste buds sing. As the stars brighten in the sky, you’ll want to experience the best nightlife in the city. And, so… here’s Best Midwest Travel’s list of three legendary nightlife hotspots in the Midwest. Phoenix Hill Tavern | 644 Baxter Ave. | Louisville, Kentucky Our first recommendation is the Phoenix Hill Tavern (PHT) in Louisville. You’ll find three … Read More »
Published on June 26th, 2012
0Even More Midwest Summer Fun For The Whole Family
There’s a wholesomeness here in the Greater Midwest that shines through whether driving through the pastoral Wisconsin countryside and the plentiful, pastoral dairies you’ll see along the back roads there, or in Indianapolis, a big city with a down home feel that can make a great destination for a family trip. Here’s our list of some of the most family-friendly things-to-do that will make your summer vacation fun, fulfilling and a little less fraught with what to do and where … Read More »
