In the News - Archive
Media outlets across the country and beyond feature Minnesota as a top travel destination on a regular basis. Here are some recent news stories and features about travel in Minnesota.
2020 Coverage
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Downtown Stillwater is home to more than 50 independent shops / Alma Guzman
Best Midwest Getaways in 2020
The Chicago Tribune named Stillwater, the birthplace of Minnesota that's nestled on the scenic St. Croix River, one of 10 places you'll want to visit this year.
Snowshoeing Whitetail Woods, Farmington / Paul Vincent
Best Cold Weather Vacations
Heading north in winter is a hot travel trend – and Minnesota has plenty of experiences for adventurers hoping to play in the snow. Read more in this Travel Channel article.
Ride rollercoasters indoors at Nickelodeon Universe / Mall of America
30 Top Tourist Attractions in the USA
From its thousands of lakes to its iconic shopping, there are many reasons to visit. See which top Minnesota attraction made this U.S. News & World Report list.
A couple watches the northern lights at Gooseberry Falls State Park / Travis Novitsky
Best Places to See the Northern Lights
The further north you go, the more vivid they become – which makes Minnesota the perfect place to view the Northern Lights. In this Men's Journal article, discover the best spot in Minnesota to experience the phenomenon.
Minnehaha Regional Park, Minneapolis
Frozen Waterfalls
Fodors Travel featured Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis as one of 9 best frozen waterfalls to visit this winter.
A canopy of bright orange leaves frames a scenic road in central Minnesota / Anthony Hanson
December 2020
- Relief on the way for tourism industry (KBJR-TV)
- Feeling Minnesota winter (Indy South Magazine)
November 2020
- Holiday Activities to Explore in Minnesota [PODCAST] (WJON-AM/FM)
- El Gobernador Walz Anuncia Alivio Inmediato Para La Industria Turistica de Minnesota (El Minnesota De Hoy)
- Gov. Walz announces $1 million crisis grants for Minnesota tourism industry (KSTP-TV)
- Best of MN 2020: Things to Do (Minnesota Monthly)
- Amid Crisis, a Renaissance for Street Art (Bloomberg CityLab)
October 2020
- From Car Parades to Virtual Happenings, Here's How Halloween Is Looking Different in 2020 (Forbes)
- A state-by-state guide to travel restrictions in the US (Budget Travel)
- From Wider Corn Mazes to Virtual Haunted Houses Halloween Looks Different This Year (Smithsonian)
- Tourism agencies can help you get out again (Fairmont Sentinel)
September 2020
- Some Minnesota Resorts Enjoying Extended Summer Season Amid Pandemic (WCCO-TV)
- Minnesota's Boundary Waters Named Dark Sky Sanctuary – Just In Time For Winter Aurora (Forbes)
- Fall color resources for leaf-peeping in Minnesota (Star Tribune)
- Coronavirus a $5 billion hit to Minnesota tourism industry (Duluth News Tribune)
- The Best Road Trips in Every State (The Saturday Evening Post)
August 2020
- Unlikely Destination: Five Reasons Minnesota Is Great For A Road Trip (Forbes)
- These are the best roadside attractions in each state (USA Today)
- Pack Your Picnic Basket and Head to One of These Local Scenic Spots (St. Croix River Valley Magazine)
Hike to the scenic lookout point of Honeymoon Bluff near Grand Marais / Roy Son
July 2020
- Exploring Minnesota amidst COVID-19 (KARE-TV)
- For 4th of July Holiday, Tourism Leaders Encourage Minnesotans to Travel Within State (WCCO-TV)
- Which Minnesota cities are having 4th of July firework shows and what restrictions are in place (KMSP-TV)
June 2020
- This is the Summer of the Drive-In Theater (Smithsonian Magazine)
- Explore Minnesota launches new ad campaign to bring tourists to state (KSTP-TV)
May 2020
- Minnesota resorts reinvent hospitality to deal with COVID-19 (Star Tribune)
- Reimagining Minnesota's tourism industry (Twin Cities Business Magazine)
April 2020
- Explore Minnesota Offers Virtual Tours of Iconic Minnesota Destinations (WCCO-TV)
- Where did we Park? Voyageurs National Park (AAA World Magazine)
March 2020
- Explore Minnesota provides "Virtual Tours" for people stuck inside (KARE-TV)
- Ways to Support Minnesota While at Home (WJON-AM/FM)
- Exploring from a safe distance: Minnesotan's invited to enjoy the outdoors from inside and out (KSTP-TV)
- The Best Hiking Summits for Viewing Multiple States or Countries (Men's Journal)
- Minneapolis Saint Paul Guide: Everything you need to know about America's Twin Cities (Mirror - UK)
Winter sunrise in Voyageurs National Park / Abdiel Nieves
February 2020
- What to do on Minnesota's North Shore (Midwest Living)
- 10 Best Winter Vacations for Non-Skiing Families (Family Vacation Critic)
- Actually Cool Things to Do When Someone Visits the Twin Cities (Thrillist)
January 2020
- What's new in the Midwest for 2020 Travel (Midwest Living)
- For travel 2020, new spots in Minnesota (Star Tribune)
- The 11 Most Peaceful Places on Earth (Reader's Digest)
December 2019
- 21 Best Places to See the Northern Lights in 2020 (Forbes)
- Underrated (& Affordable) Cities Families Should Visit in 2020 (Red Tricycle)
November 2019
- Best Holiday Events in the Midwest (Kids Are A Trip)
- The best travel gifts that give back this holiday (Lonely Planet)
October 2019
- Incredible places to celebrate Native American heritage (MSN)
- Off the Beaten Path: 27 Epic Views Every Hiker Should See (Men's Journal)
Fall colors up North / Dana Hernandez
September 2019
- 10 authentic Oktoberfests in the U.S. you should know about (USA Today 10Best)
- Resources to help you see the best fall colors (Star Tribune)
- Summer Tourism in Minnesota Proved Strong in 2019 (Twin Cities Business)
- America's Best Places to See Fall Colors (Thrillist)
- 10 Destinations to See Peak Fall Colors in Minnesota (Mpls St Paul magazine)
August 2019
- The Most Beautiful Lakes in America for Swimming (Reader's Digest)
- Late summer getaways (Fox Sports North)
- Agency, resort owners report 'very good summer tourism season' (Forum Newspapers)
Fishing on George Lake in Fairmont
July 2019
- Late summer musts (Forum Newspapers)
- Affordable Fall Road Trip: Scenic Minnesota (AARP)
- Who Has More Lakes, Wisconsin or Minnesota? (Atlas Obscura)
- Where Exactly is 'Up North' in Minnesota? (WCCO-TV)
June 2019
- 10 U.S. Islands You've Never Heard Of (Family Vacation Critic)
- 15 Amazing Lakeside Towns Where You Should Spend the Summer (Fodors Travel)
May 2019
- 3 Epic Road Trips (Minnesota Parent)
- 'Albert Lea Area Anglers' prepping to host Governor's Fishing Opener (Duluth News Tribune)
April 2019
- 51 amazing college and university buildings across the USA (USA Today)
- The 14 Most Unique Hotels in the World (Smarter Travel)
March 2019
February 2019
- 'Find Your True North' is new Minnesota Tourism Campaign (Associated Press)
- 10 Minnesota Lake Resorts for Your Next Family Vacation (Trivago)
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