Midwest By Minivan is a travel blog focused on destinations within the great middle of the United States. We’re talking water parks, amusement parks, drive-ins, small-town festivals (hamburger fest! pirate festival!), museums (we’re big fans of hands-on, science-focused ones) and the occasional corn maze (this is the Midwest, after all). It’s written and edited by Christine des Garennes, a reporter, travel writer and mom based in Illinois. Think something deserves attention? Send us a pitch to editor[AT]midwestbyminivan[DOT]com or fill out the contact form below.
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Let’s ride.
this is the greatest travel blog I’ve ever seen. It’s also the first travel blog I’ve ever seen. Good job.
Well, thanks for the support Jim! Come back and visit often. The site is pretty bare bones, but I’m working on building the content. Cheers, Christine
I can’t find the avata!. but I like the logo — that’s what my childhood looked like from a car.
Thanks, Paul. Love Googie roadside art!
Small town festivals are the best! Can’t wait to see what Michigan has to offer! (check out Montague, a cute drive-in and old-style soda fountain there.)
I am not a Minivan Mom, but I am a Prius Mom and look forward to reading more of your stuff!
Way to go, Christine!
Hi Ann! Great to hear from you!
Montague sounds cool. I am adding it to my list