How neat is this?!? A new report came out from WalletHub about the best and worst states for road trip travel, and Minnesota is the #2 best state in the country!
WalletHub compared the 50 U.S. states based on 32 key metrics including number of attractions, road conditions, costs and more. The full report is here.
Here are the top 5 best and worst:
| Best States for Summer Road Trips: | Worst States for Summer Road Trips: |
| 1. New York | 46. Arkansas |
| 2. Minnesota | 47. Montana |
| 3. Texas | 48. Delaware |
| 4. Louisiana | 49. Connecticut |
| 5. Maine | 50. Rhode Island |
Minnesota is the only midwest state to make the top 5!
If you’re wondering what there is to see in Minnesota, there IS a lot! In fact you can find a huge list right here on my website:
The Ultimate List of Minnesota Family Fun!
If you’re flying this summer, I posted some tips on my Facebook page, that were written by a flight attendant. It’s tough flying right now!
Or if you’re avoiding the flying hassles, here are some road trip and local trip ideas in Minnesota and nearby:
Minnesota and Other Midwest Road Trips
Duluth: https://www.twincitiesfrugalmom.com/2017/07/day-family-fun-spirit-mountain-adventure-park-duluth/
Ten Ways to Enjoy Duluth for Less Money
Visiting Glensheen Mansion in Duluth with Kids
Stillwater: https://www.twincitiesfrugalmom.com/what-to-do-with-kids-in-stillwater-minnesota/
Austin: https://www.twincitiesfrugalmom.com/2020/10/a-perfect-2-day-trip-to-austin-minnesota-for-families/
St. Louis: https://www.twincitiesfrugalmom.com/st-louis-with-kids-our-visit-and-guide/
Iowa: https://www.twincitiesfrugalmom.com/sleep-with-the-cows-at-new-day-dairy-guestbarn/
