Visiting Minnesota

Minnesota, the North Star State, has the 12th largest land area in the US. Located on the US – Canada border and the shores of Lake Superior, along with Michigan and Wisconsin. Minnesota's largest city is Minneapolis and Saint Paul is the state capital – together they make up the Twin Cities. Sixty percent of Minnesota's populations live in the Twin Cities region which boasts world-class entertainment venues, shopping and restaurants. Visitors to Minnesota are treated to minnesotan's signature Minnesota nice manners and courtesies, along with a myriad of events and activities to keep one entertained. Home of the Mall of America and the Minnesota Vikings, there is something for everyone in Minnesota.

Fall brings the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon and the Iron Girl Bloomington Women's Duathlon for athletes in the region. Minneapolis Saint Paul has 90,000 miles of shore line along over 900 area lakes and the Mississippi riverfront. Active residents and visitors find miles of trails for biking, hiking and running. The Chain of Lakes in Minneapolis are ideal for a fall day of fun. The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Southwest Minneapolis is another ideal spot for a walk in the crisp fall weather.

The Grand Rounds Scenic Byway is a great way to see the Twin Cities by car or bike. Autumn is the perfect season to take a trip to Minnehaha Falls, the 53 foot waterfall on Minnehaha Creek. Another nice sightseeing option is to board the Padelford Riverboat from Harriet Island in Saint Paul. Fall is an ideal time for travelers in the Twin Cities region.

Best Western Hotels have more than ten properties in the Minneapolis Saint Paul area. From the Best Western White Bear Country Inn to the north, at White Bear Lake, with its small town charm, the Best Western Chaska River Inn and Suites, convenient to Lake Minnetonka, to the Best Western The Normandy Inn and Suites, in downtown Minneapolis – Best Western Hotels provide convenient and comfortable accommodations where you want to be in Minnesota.

Grand Marais, on Lake Superior, hosts the 2010 Moose Madness Family Festival October 22nd through the 24th. Moose Madness is geared for the entire family and scheduled over the long weekend of Minnesota's teachers convention. Join in the activities and games, hunt for the Moose Medallion, get the kid's picture with Murray the Moose and have a great time. The Best Western Plus Superior Inn & Suites in Grand Marais is centrally located on the shores of Lake Superior. This award winning Hotel is pet-friendly and offers rooms with lake views. Enjoy a getaway to scenic and charming Grand Marais with Best Western Hotels.

Minnesota Hotel Map