Explore Minnesota

Minnesota can be beautiful in Autumn with fall colors and traveling could be a good idea to better experience this. Alyssa Hayes from Explore Minnesota joined me on WJON today. She says fall colors are popping in northern Minnesota and moving south quickly.

It is only mid September but the changing of the leaves has already begun in extreme northern Minnesota. Alyssa Hayes from Explore Minnesota joined me on WJON today from International Falls, Minnesota. She says she is seeing many signs of fall there with the beginning of fall colors.

A new survey shows the summer tourism season was strong across the state.

To celebrate our great state's 163rd birthday, here are some fun facts you can share with your friends and coworkers this week.

State Tourism Director John Edman with Explore Minnesota says even though the COVID-19 pandemic continues, all signs are showing families are ready to hit the road running.

Minnesotans stuck closer to home this summer. That's according to the results of a just-released survey from Explore Minnesota. Nearly half of the respondents in the state's tourism industry say that a larger than normal share of their guests were Minnesota residents.

A new challenge created by Explore Minnesota is showing the world what makes winter Minnesota's hottest season!

Munsinger Clemens Botanical Gardens made Explore Minnesota's list of "18 Free Things to Do in Minnesota."

Look for new Minnesota-inspired GIFs and story options next time you're on Instagram.

I found some amazing books that will help you plan your next 'staycation' right here in Minnesota.