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Minnesota Inspiration

    Fall colors at Mic Mac Lake in Tettegouche State Park
    Chase the Fall Colors on Minnesota's North Shore
    With charming small towns, magnificent foliage and colorful art tours, fall on Minnesota's North Shore is a truly magical time that all but demands an annual visit....
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    Bentleyville Tour of Lights in Duluth
    How to Celebrate the Holidays in Duluth
    Home to the largest free walk-through lighting display of its kind in the country, a festive-themed holiday train, Christmas home tours, holiday markets, and more, Duluth is a popular spot to celebrate the season. Find all the ways to celebrate along Lake Superior....
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    Winter fat biker going around a berm while riding in Duluth
    Duluth's Best Winter Sports, From Ice Climbing to Fat Biking
    Our idea of a perfect winter day is completing a “snowfecta” of ice climbing, cross-country skiing and fat biking before sunset. Nestled on the North Shore of Lake Superior, Duluth is the one of the country's best places to experience all three. Not to mention lots of other winter sports and outdoor activities....
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    Stillwater The Long Goodbye couple dining
    15 of the Best Restaurants in Stillwater
    With more than 30 spots to dine in Stillwater, you won’t go hungry in this charming river town just outside Minneapolis and St. Paul. Located along the St. Croix River, this bustling spot has a thriving downtown dotted with shops, cocktail rooms, coffee shops, and plenty of options for any type of cuisine. Here are 15 of the best spots to dine next time you’re in this popular town....
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    W.A. Frost and Company in St. Paul
    St. Paul's Best Restaurants
    Minnesota’s capital city is full of incredible food, from no-frills bánh mì counters to James Beard nominees. With incredible diversity and old-world charm, here are 50 reasons to eat your next meal on the east side of the Mississippi....
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    Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America
    How to Visit Mall of America
    Mall of America is a Minnesota icon. Home to more than 520 stores, 50 restaurants, a theme park and an aquarium, it continues to add trendy shops, exciting entertainment options, restaurants and major events that bring 32 million visits through its doors each year. Find out what to do and where to eat, shop and stay during your visit with our ultimate guide below.......
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    Red Rabbit pizza
    Where to Find the Best Pizza in Minneapolis-St. Paul
    Unlike the many places that specialize in a specific kind of pizza, Minneapolis and its sister city St. Paul offer nearly every style imaginable. Here's where you can sample everything from wood-fired Neapolitan nods to bread-y deep dish beauties that demand a fork and knife. ...
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    A group of friends toast their steins at Schell's Oktoberfest
    Where to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Minnesota
    Oktoberfest has grown far beyond its centuries-old origins in Munich, with multiple celebrations held right here in Minnesota. Here's where you can grab a stein, pull on some lederhosen, and say "Prost!" the German way throughout the state. ...
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    Mayo Clinic exterior with flowers
    How to Plan a Visit to Rochester's World-Renowned Mayo Clinic
    Rochester’s world-renowned Mayo Clinic sees more than 1.3 million patients from all 50 states and 140 countries every year. Ann Teget has been making the journey to southern Minnesota for more than a decade. Here are the Nebraska-based writer’s tips on how to make the most of the Mayo Clinic....
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    Clothing racks at the Minneapolis boutique Parc
    Minneapolis-St. Paul's Best Boutiques
    Wondering where to find amazing shopping around Minneapolis-St. Paul? Go beyond the mall. These six shopping districts have what you’re looking for, from small, sustainable brands to big-time luxury....
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