Where a Veteran Des Moines Travel Editor Goes for Summer Vacation

Christine Riccelli recommends Itasca State Park in Minnesota for that outdoorsy, Northwoods experience—plus a compelling sense of history and some lovely lodgings and good dining, too!

Apr 03, 2024

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Wini’s Note: When I started this Substack last summer, I promised I’d report on the local food and dining scene as well as nearby travel destinations. Alas, the food/dining parts of this newsletter have kept me incredibly busy. But it’s time I bring in an occasional Midwest travel piece, too—especially since many readers are making summer vacation plans…

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Christine Riccelli

Christine Riccelli is a longtime journalist and the former editor of dsm magazine. She also has worked for the Des Moines Register, Kansas City Star and various regional and national magazines.

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Where a Veteran Des Moines Travel Editor Goes for Summer Vacation

Christine Riccelli recommends Itasca State Park in Minnesota for that outdoorsy, Northwoods experience—plus a compelling sense of history and some lovely lodgings and good dining, too!

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