Road Trip

Fall seems to be the season most of us think we'll start exercising to lose the summer excess but hold on, not so fast. You have to get a sack of donuts first.

It's fearfully boring.

There's a road called Snake Alley - the "crookedest street in the world" (or so they say). It's a fun little attraction in this small Iowa town.

Fall is a great time to do some road tripping. One of the best, most scenic rides is going north on Route 84 along the Illinois side of the Mississippi River.

There's a place just a short drive from the Quad Cities that has turned the former Elementary School into a pizza place. Nostalgia around every nook & cranny.

A recent survey says Illinois is one of the most fun states in the U.S.. While Chicago is the biggest reason, there's so much more than the Windy City.

Grab some snacks, get everyone loaded into the car, and hit the open road. Is there anything better than some wholesome family time in the car? The music is loud, the snacks are flowing, the laughs are exploding from the back seat. It can truly be the best of times with the whole family...

You may be aware of this, but it was news to me that there's a nearly 100-year-old tower near Winterset, Iowa. I think a road trip to go castle exploring is in order.

If you love flowering plants and the relaxing scent of lavender, this festival is for you.

We have some fantastic light displays in the Quad Cities, but if you'd like to amp up your light experience, take a look at the holiday lights across the state of Iowa.