Travel

Located on a high Allamakee County ridge, Iowa’s only fire tower overlooks much of Yellow River State Forest.

Iowa travelers will see bustling airports, clear roads, busy highways and lower prices at the pump this week. The Thanksgiving holiday travel period is expected to be the busiest in several years and a record-setter for air travel.

Airport Director Marty Lenss said in a statement that the strong passenger traffic is promising as the holiday travel season approaches.

With its European ambiance and laid-back Florida vibe, St. Augustine, Fla., is a quirky gem steeped in history.

One of the world’s most scenic train rides celebrates a landmark anniversary.

Celebrated travel writer and Iowa native Lori Erickson has crossed the globe for years, writing about spiritually significant places. But when preparing to write a book about holy sites right here in the United States, the COVID pandemic hit.

With its wide open spaces, dark skies and abundant wildlife, Grasslands National Park is bursting with culture, history and conservation.

TSA testing technology at 25 airports, including Cedar Rapids

Despite its small size —just 1.5 miles wide and 7 miles long — it offers fascinating history, abundant wildlife, and recreational opportunities ranging from kayaking and biking to golf.

These massive mounds were constructed by people about 2,000 years ago. How could they have moved millions of pounds of dirt without metal shovels, wheelbarrows or modern bulldozers?

Saturday-only service will be offered November through March

Off season Black Hills activities include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, wildlife observation, snowmobiling and enjoying peaceful views.