Welcome to Part 2 of our family’s river adventures! My last post chronicled our time in Dubuque, Iowa and the fun we found near the Mighty Mississippi River. As I indicated then, our summer was filled with many little trips canvasing one side of the state to the other. If you haven’t guessed it already, you are about to read about our time near another beautiful body of water: The Missouri River.
Category - Sports & Recreation
5 Reasons to Make Omaha Your Next Family Weekend Trip
Tuesday, January 24, 2017 10:00 AM by Laura Ishmael
You might not think there’s much happening in the so-called flyover city of Omaha, but those who’ve been here know there’s a whole lot more than cornfields and cows.
The largest city in Nebraska is as friendly as any other in the Midwest with a bustling historic district, impressive foodie scene, and plenty of fun to be had for both parents and kids alike.
Exploring The Heartland: The Best Things To Do in Omaha
Friday, January 6, 2017 12:00 PM by Sarah Knapp
Escaping to Omaha for a weekend offers a city steeped in youthful exuberance. Mainstream art is interwoven with street art and greasy spoon eateries are enjoyed alongside one of America’s finest restaurants. In fact, Omaha is worth visiting just for the experience of eating at The Grey Plume.
75+ Fun Things to Do in Omaha, Nebraska
Thursday, October 27, 2016 12:00 PM by FunThingsToDo.io
With a rich culture and history, Omaha offers plenty of interesting activities to do if you’re in town. From the beautiful gardens to the Holland Performing Arts center, you’ll find plenty of things to marvel at, places to eat, and spots to relax. Check out 75 of our top selections in the state:
Taking over Visit Omaha one photo at a time
Wednesday, April 13, 2016 11:52 AM by The Walking Tourists
It was a coup of epic proportions. They never saw it coming. Well, actually, they did, since Lisa worked with the Omaha visitors Bureau (Visit Omaha) for a weekend takeover of their Instagram account. We toured parts of Omaha not many people take in during their travels to our burg.
Omaha: Gateway to the West
Sunday, October 18, 2015 6:00 AM by Debra Karplus
Located on the scenic Missouri River, with its rolling hills, Nebraska's largest city, Omaha, is a place you'll want to visit for a weekend or even longer.
Camping with the Family - The Whole Family
Tuesday, August 18, 2015 9:02 AM by The Scenic Route - Go RVing
I am incredibly lucky to be close to my siblings, as well as my parents. It’s a blessing that not everyone has, and I love the time we can all spend together. As a family we try to plan one big getaway each year that everyone can attend. And, to keep it affordable, we go camping.
Day 3 in Omaha: A long run, weird 80s music and a game to cover
Saturday, March 21, 2015 3:00 AM by Jenni Carlson
Day 3 in Omaha was game day. Oklahoma State played Oregon at 5:50 p.m., so that meant we didn’t have to hurry to the arena.
Staycation: Enjoying Omaha on a Budget
Monday, May 23, 2011 3:00 AM by Mom Endeavors
"Mr. Mom Endeavors" and I are college sweethearts--we met at the University of Nebraska (Go Big Red!)! He grew up in Omaha and his parents still live there. Although we live in the Phoenix area now, we're rather familiar with (and quite fond of) the largest city in Nebraska! And, yes, there is A LOT more to do than just hang out in corn fields! :) With the rising gas prices, many are looking for summer fun that's affordable and maybe a little bit closer to home. So, whether you're local to the Omaha area (or will be visiting sometime in the
