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10 Things to Do in June in Omaha

The fun heats up as summer takes off in Omaha. It’s a great month to be outside. Below are 10 ways to make your Omaha visit in June a memorable one. 1. Stroll a Farmers Market Enjoy the area’s homegrown foodstuffs and homemade goods at farmers markets throughout the city. On Saturdays, vendors line…

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One Family’s First Visit to Kiewit Luminarium

Kiewit Luminarium, the 82,000-square-foot two-story Omaha STEM museum, hummed with excitement. Visitors of all ages explored more than 120 interactive exhibits related to various STEM fields – from physics to earth science, biology to geometry, and fabric arts to finance. Located at Lewis and…

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10 Things to Do in May in Omaha

From traversing a lush forest and picnicking amongst flowers to afternoon tea and craft brewery tours, we have plenty of suggestions for experiences that will have you saying “cheers” this month in Omaha. Read on for ten things visitors will love to do in May. 1. Get a Rush Amongst the Trees…

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10 Things to Do in April in Omaha

Feed your enthusiasm for spring in Omaha, which has blooming flowers, delicious food and can’t-miss events to jumpstart the new season. Read on for ten things visitors will love to do in April in Omaha. 1. Watch Horses Perform on the Big Stage The world’s top Dressage, Jumping and Vaulting…

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10 Things to Do in March in Omaha

It’s springtime, and Omaha’s got plenty to keep you busy during spring break. From food-centric fun with Reuben sandwiches and champaign on tap to signature Omaha events and experiences, read on for ten unique things visitors will love to do in March. 1. Catch a Flick at Omaha Film Festival The…

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Why Avid Traveler Alex Loves Omaha

Alexandra Booze, globe-trotting author behind East Coast Contessa, a luxury travel and lifestyle blog, shares what delighted and surprised her about Omaha. I know this was your first trip to Nebraska. Can you share what your impression of Omaha was both before and after your visit? I did some…

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Spicy Dates in Omaha

Heat up your date night with this selection of spicy dishes from Omaha restaurants featuring cuisine from Italian to Ethiopian – and more. Seafood Diavolo and Fried Spicy Calamari at Spezia When considering ideas for a spicy bite, Italian may not be the first cuisine that comes to mind. But Omaha…

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10 Things to Do in February in Omaha

It’s the month of love, and we’re going all-out on meaningful ways to enjoy the month. Whether it’s a romantic getaway for two or a fun family weekend away, read on for ten things visitors will love to do in February. 1. Indulge in Fanciful Chocolate Sink your teeth into hand-crafted chocolate…

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10 Things to Do in January in Omaha

It’s wintertime in the Midwest, so this list is packed with ideas for indoor fun perfect for friends, couples and families. While we are all about bundling up and hitting the slopes, snowshoeing, and Bobbing, there’s something ultra-cozy about planning for more predictable indoor fun. From board…

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