Okoboji & Beyond All Yearlong: Steak Nights, Cozy Lodge & Rock’N Roll with Classic Cars

January 2, 2023January 19, 2023 jayjaygeorgeLeave a comment

*Iowa’s most famous summertime destination is also a great location anytime of year. Especially if you love museums, warm and cozy hotel stays and juicy steaks! Our visit to Dickinson County was funded and sponsored by the Western Iowa Tourism Region. Some of the goods, meals and services were complimentary. The views expressed in this… Continue reading Okoboji & Beyond All Yearlong: Steak Nights, Cozy Lodge & Rock’N Roll with Classic Cars

Grownup Getaways · Iowa Wine, Beer, and Spirits · Southeast Iowa

The Gift of the Kingsley Inn: Sip & Snooze Grownup Getaway in Fort Madison, Iowa

December 5, 2022December 9, 2022 jayjaygeorgeLeave a comment

Fort Madison, Iowa: Lee County My wife and I get excited about weekends when we can park the car, check-in, and roam a community on foot from there. Fort Madison has been a steady go-to for that concept over the years, and we look forward to more of these opportunities. Let’s check-in with an old… Continue reading The Gift of the Kingsley Inn: Sip & Snooze Grownup Getaway in Fort Madison, Iowa

2022 T-Bone Trail · Grownup Getaways · Iowa Food · Iowa Wine, Beer, and Spirits · Southwest Iowa

Philly Steak Two Ways & Craft Beer in Union County, Iowa

September 17, 2022September 21, 2022 jayjaygeorgeLeave a comment

*County parks, craft beer, burritos and steak sandwiches….That’s a grownup getaway in Southwest Iowa with a lot waiting for all of us! Our visit to Union County was sponsored and funded by the Western Iowa Tourism Region. Some of the goods, services and meals were complimentary. The views expressed in this blog post are of… Continue reading Philly Steak Two Ways & Craft Beer in Union County, Iowa

2021 T-Bone Trail · Family Adventures · Gallivant Milestones and Moments · Iowa Wine, Beer, and Spirits · Museums and History · Northwest Iowa · Outdoors All Year · Potluck Crashing · Roadside Iowa

The Beautiful Lyon’s Share of NW-Iowa: Cabin to the Casino

July 23, 2021July 26, 2021 jayjaygeorge3 Comments

*You can’t be any further from Des Moines and still be in the state of Iowa then Lyon County! A few miles from Minnesota and South Dakota and one of the most unique areas of Iowa’s rolling prairies. This two day excursion was sponsored by Lyon County Economic Development. The views expressed in this blog… Continue reading The Beautiful Lyon’s Share of NW-Iowa: Cabin to the Casino

East Central Iowa · Grownup Getaways · Iowa Wine, Beer, and Spirits

Brewery Gallivanting in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

June 29, 2021June 29, 2021 jayjaygeorgeLeave a comment

*We had the pleasure of landing another gig with Travel Iowa and we were excited to spark another partnership with them and promote Iowa’s breweries. All the views expressed in this blog post are of my own. Grab an Iowa beer and do some gallivanting! Cedar Rapids, Iowa: Linn County Let’s think of some nutritional… Continue reading Brewery Gallivanting in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

#RAGBRAI · Grownup Getaways · Iowa Food · Southeast Iowa

Scouting RAGBRAI-2019: Fairfield for Breakfast, Ethiopian, BBQ, Italian, Turkish, Sushi…Part 1 of 2

March 30, 2019 jayjaygeorge3 Comments

Fairfield, IA: Jefferson County I would like to issue a warning. As you scroll down this blog post, you will encounter a gastro-tour that can only be described as the unofficial sport within the event known as RAGBRAI. We experienced small town Iowa in a way that not everyone knows about and the spandex legion is… Continue reading Scouting RAGBRAI-2019: Fairfield for Breakfast, Ethiopian, BBQ, Italian, Turkish, Sushi…Part 1 of 2

Gallivant Milestones and Moments · Grownup Getaways · Iowa Wine, Beer, and Spirits

Iowa Wineries & Our Quest to Discover Them All

May 5, 2018 jayjaygeorge1 Comment

We’ve been to a lot of places around Iowa and we seem to find ourselves gravitating to the local vineyards and wineries, and for good reason. The wine industry is going great here in Iowa and wine enthusiasts are going local more and more. We have found some skilled wine makers since we started this… Continue reading Iowa Wineries & Our Quest to Discover Them All

2017 Best Between Bread · East Central Iowa · Iowa Food

The Best Between Bread-Iowa’s Sandwich Masters: Locale 48, Amana

August 27, 2017November 9, 2017 jayjaygeorge41 Comments

Amana, IA: Iowa County If you grew up visiting the Amana Colonies, then you remember all the nostalgic reasons why you went. The local food, packed gift shops, the old world culture and for this guy, all that delicious and refreshing beer at Millstream Brewing Co. These talented beer makers are responsible for opening my mind up… Continue reading The Best Between Bread-Iowa’s Sandwich Masters: Locale 48, Amana

2017 Best Between Bread · East Central Iowa · Iowa Food

The Best Between Bread-Iowa’s Sandwich Masters: Locale 40, North Liberty

July 18, 2017November 9, 2017 jayjaygeorge52 Comments

North Liberty, IA: Johnson County We all need that precious reason, excuse, motivation, or maybe a threat from a loved one to spark a road trip. Whatever that final image or reason is that triggers your curiosity and get you moving can be a lot of things. Gourmet cheeseburgers and an option to pour your own… Continue reading The Best Between Bread-Iowa’s Sandwich Masters: Locale 40, North Liberty

#RAGBRAI · Family Adventures · Museums and History · North Central Iowa · Outdoors All Year · Roadside Iowa

Scouting RAGBRAI-Lake Time…Sweet, Sweet Clear Lake Time

July 8, 2017February 7, 2019 jayjaygeorge12 Comments

Clear Lake, IA: Cerro Gordo County If you’ve been following The Iowa Gallivant you’ve seen the treks we’ve been on all year and beyond. This RAGBRAI-2017 project started in March with Algona and ends with one of America’s most historic lake towns. We have made it! Here’s the last scouting trip we have for you, RAGBRAI. Overnight… Continue reading Scouting RAGBRAI-Lake Time…Sweet, Sweet Clear Lake Time

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