Backyard Travelers
Travel Blog
Looking For Insider Ideas and Fresh Inspiration?
The Backyard Travelers of Greater Burlington e-blog shares local tips, hidden gems, and thoughtful travel insights to help you plan a visit that feels personal, relaxed, and distinctly Greater Burlington.
Backyard Travelers of Greater Burlington invites readers to explore the region through local stories, travel ideas, and insider perspectives. This engaging e-blog highlights hidden gems, seasonal adventures, community events, and everyday experiences that make Greater Burlington worth discovering. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a curious local, Backyard Travelers offers inspiration for exploring close to home and seeing familiar places in new ways, one story at a time.
Crave-Worthy Eateries with Outdoor Seating
If you’re coming to visit, do yourself a favor and plan at least a few meals outside. Greater…
Three Must-Attend Summer Events in Greater Burlington
Summer events in Greater Burlington has a way of pulling people away from their screens and…
Top Five Ways for Families to Get Outside This Summer
Summer in Greater Burlington has a way of sneaking up on you in the best possible way. The days…
Burlington Bees Baseball: A Timeless Summer Tradition
There is something about a summer evening at the ballpark that is hard to put into words. The hum…
We Love William Frawley
Before millions of television viewers came to know him as the lovable and grumpy Fred Mertz on I…
Four Ways to Enjoy the Mississippi River in Greater Burlington
The Mississippi River is the defining natural feature of Greater Burlington. For generations, it…
Three Hidden-Gem Parks in Des Moines County
When outdoor enthusiasts think about Greater Burlington, well-known destinations like Starr’s Cave…
Bridging a City to Its Park: The Story of Burlington’s Cascade Bridge
Today, the Cascade Bridge is an understated but essential part of Burlington’s landscape. In 1896,…
Bart Howard: Gift to the Great American Songbook
Burlington, Iowa may be best known for its dramatic Mississippi River bluffs, historic downtown,…
