Category: South Central Iowa

Counties of Appanoose, Clarke, Davis, Decatur, Keokuk, Lucas, Madison, Mahaska, Marion, Monroe, Wapello, Warren, Wayne

Shop, Onion Rings, Tacos, Ice Cream, Casino, Repeat: Do More on 34 in Osceola, Iowa!
Do More on 34! · Grownup Getaways · South Central Iowa

Shop, Onion Rings, Tacos, Ice Cream, Casino, Repeat: Do More on 34 in Osceola, Iowa!

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*We’re back on HWY 34 and it’s time for another round of gallivanting in a community that’s just right for a grownup getaway. Our trip was sponsored by Osceola Chamber-Main Street. Some of the services were complimentary. The views expressed in this blog post are of our own. Now, let’s gallivant! Osceola, Iowa: Clarke County… Continue reading Shop, Onion Rings, Tacos, Ice Cream, Casino, Repeat: Do More on 34 in Osceola, Iowa!

Fa-La-La-La-La-Ottumwa-La: Do More on 34 for the Holidays & Beyond
Do More on 34! · South Central Iowa

Fa-La-La-La-La-Ottumwa-La: Do More on 34 for the Holidays & Beyond

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*There’s a lot of great stops from east to west on HWY 34 throughout Iowa, and this destination is one of the best for every holiday season! Our visit was sponsored by Meet Ottumwa and the views expressed in this blog post are of our own. Now, let’s gallivant! Ottumwa, Iowa: Wapello County We’ve had… Continue reading Fa-La-La-La-La-Ottumwa-La: Do More on 34 for the Holidays & Beyond

The Handmade, Homemade, Fun Loving & Delicious Getaway to Davis County, Iowa
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The Handmade, Homemade, Fun Loving & Delicious Getaway to Davis County, Iowa

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*The greatest part of traveling is getting to know the folks that help to make their communities thrive. Especially when we can find the locals who also know how to have fun, laugh together and welcomes you over and over again around every corner. Our visit to Davis County was sponsored by Davis County Tourism.… Continue reading The Handmade, Homemade, Fun Loving & Delicious Getaway to Davis County, Iowa

Let’s Enjoy the Suite and Eat-In: Country Inn & Suites-Pella, Iowa
Lodging · South Central Iowa

Let’s Enjoy the Suite and Eat-In: Country Inn & Suites-Pella, Iowa

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*The recent Tulip Time in Pella got us to town and we discovered so much more while we were there. It was our first time seeing this town and we had an unforgettable time. Our stay at the Country Inn & Suites-Pella was complimentary and the views expressed in this blog post are of our… Continue reading Let’s Enjoy the Suite and Eat-In: Country Inn & Suites-Pella, Iowa

Snooze Bar Workout in Osky: Fairfield Inn & Suites-Oskaloosa, Iowa
Lodging · South Central Iowa

Snooze Bar Workout in Osky: Fairfield Inn & Suites-Oskaloosa, Iowa

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*We had a recent Gallivant to Mahaska County and stayed the night in Oskaloosa. And after a huge plate of pasta, I was glad this Fairfield Inn & Suites had a big comfortable bed waiting. Our stay at this hotel was complimentary and the views expressed in this blog post are of our own. Now,… Continue reading Snooze Bar Workout in Osky: Fairfield Inn & Suites-Oskaloosa, Iowa

Beyond Tulips & Into the Cellar: Pella for the Food Scene & Hardworking Locals
Iowa Food · South Central Iowa

Beyond Tulips & Into the Cellar: Pella for the Food Scene & Hardworking Locals

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*It was the first ever visit, not to mention first ever Gallivant to Pella in my entire life! This Iowa spring time tradition was finally on our calendar and we were very happy to see this beautiful city. Our visit here was hosted by Visit Pella, Iowa; and some of the products, meals and services… Continue reading Beyond Tulips & Into the Cellar: Pella for the Food Scene & Hardworking Locals

The Delicious and Crafty Side of Golf Town-Iowa: The Oskaloosa Getaway You Need
Outdoors All Year · South Central Iowa

The Delicious and Crafty Side of Golf Town-Iowa: The Oskaloosa Getaway You Need

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*Thank you to Oskaloosa Main Street and Mahaska Chamber and Development Group for showing a couple gallivanters how great your community is. Our visit here was hosted and some of the meals and products were complimentary. The views expressed are always of our own. Let’s gallivant! Oskaloosa, Iowa: Mahaska County The county seat of Mahaska… Continue reading The Delicious and Crafty Side of Golf Town-Iowa: The Oskaloosa Getaway You Need

A Remarkable Look Into Iowa History: Madison County’s Proud Museum Complex in Winterset
Museums and History · South Central Iowa

A Remarkable Look Into Iowa History: Madison County’s Proud Museum Complex in Winterset

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Winterset, IA: Madison County We all have a bucket list, whether it’s a mental one or you actually write it down. My favorite moments are the times when my bucket list gets things added the moment I see something. Sounds funny, right? That’s okay if it does. I found myself in the Madison County Historical… Continue reading A Remarkable Look Into Iowa History: Madison County’s Proud Museum Complex in Winterset

Back to The Corn Crib B&B in Indianola & You’ll See Why
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Back to The Corn Crib B&B in Indianola & You’ll See Why

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*The countryside of Warren County was back on The Iowa Gallivant radar this summer! Our stay at the Corn Crib Bed and Breakfast was complimentary. The views expressed are always of our own. Let’s gallivant! Indianola, IA: Warren County We make a lot of plans and coordinate a lot of gallivants. Some of the most… Continue reading Back to The Corn Crib B&B in Indianola & You’ll See Why

A “Continental” Trip to Centerville, Iowa & the Historic Breakfast Burrito
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A “Continental” Trip to Centerville, Iowa & the Historic Breakfast Burrito

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*A road trip through Southern Iowa’s hilly region produced a historic overnight here in Centerville. Our stay at The Continental was complimentary and the views expressed are of our own. Let’s gallivant! Centerville, IA: Appanoose County We have seen a lot of Iowa including some of Centerville before this last trip and each gallivant produces… Continue reading A “Continental” Trip to Centerville, Iowa & the Historic Breakfast Burrito