Synopses & Reviews
Tired of the same old tourist traps? Take the road less traveled and uncover the hidden attractions, unique finds, and unusual locales other guidebooks just dont offer. Off the Beaten Path® features the things youd want to seeif only you knew about them! From the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits, youll say over and over again: I didnt know that!”Discover a different side of the Hawkeye State. Try Jet Karting with vehicles imported from Italy at the Iowa International Raceway. Sample the historyand delectable dishesof Dubuque with the Victorian House Tour and Progressive Dinner. Or enjoy the rebirth of the Iowa wine industry with a trip along the Iowa Wine Trail. So if youve been there, done that” one too many times, get off the main road and venture Off the Beaten Path.
Synopsis
The often overlooked sites and attractions of Iowa are revealed in this guide to the Hawkeye State: 160 acres of preserved prairie in the Great Lakes region; sculptures made from ordinary kitchen matches at Matchstick Marvels; and a tribute to the history of balloons at the National Balloon Museum.
Synopsis
Whatever you do when you travel, get off the interstate. Who needs more bland rest stops and fast food? Get into the heart of things with Globe Pequot's Off the Beaten Path series. Devoted to travelers with a taste for the unique, this easy-to-use guide will help you discover the hidden places in Iowa that most tourists miss - unsung, unspoiled, and out-of-the-way finds that liven up a week's vacation, a day trip or an afternoon. (5 1/2 x 8 1/2, 208 pages, illustrations, maps)
About the Author
Freelance writer and Iowa native
Lori Erickson grew up on a farm near Decorah and has written articles for regional and national magazines and newspapers. She lives in Iowa City.
Native Iowan Tracy Stuhr grew up in Cedar Rapids and, after a longtime banking career, has returned to her first love--writing. She lives in Solon, Iowa.