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I want to get into this fabulous little (44 rooms) fancy hotel in a smaller Midwestern city for an art expo next month. Difficulty level: Two night minimum and it's supposedly sold out. [more inside]
posted by Rumi'sLeftSock around Decorah, IA at 8:28 PM - 7 answers

AskMe, you were so helpful when I went to Oshkosh, WI a few years ago. Now, same question, different city. I'm taking a business trip to Sioux City, IA in about a month and will probably have a few hours of spare time here and there. How should I spend it? [more inside]
posted by capricorn around Sioux City, IA at 6:45 AM - 6 answers

Please suggest tips and gear for keeping an active toddler safe for a week's vacation at a lakefront rental house. [more inside]
posted by aabbbiee around Okoboji, IA at 1:41 PM - 34 answers

We are set to spend a week in July at Lake Okoboji with my in-laws. We have a toddler. Any tips? [more inside]
posted by aabbbiee around Okoboji, IA at 9:23 AM - 1 answer

I'll be in Iowa City from March 25 to the end of April. I'll need a place to stay for a month and a week. Do you all have craigslist out there? If not, what are the best resources for finding lodging for this duration at something more like rental rates than hotel rates? Thanks!
posted by eviemath around Iowa City, IA at 5:49 PM - 9 answers

In Sioux City, IA, this weekend. What to do and where should I stay? AirBnB fails--Yelp is anemic--the center does not hold. I like weird bnb's, actual humans, small towns, couch surfs, glbt stuff, sci-fi. Enjoy rural life just fine :) Happy to spend money. (Me: 30s, male, if it matters!)
posted by gregglind around Sioux City, IA at 8:25 AM - 8 answers

How can I safely get my father from Des Moines to Rochester MN? [more inside]
posted by treehorn+bunny around Des Moines, IA at 7:43 PM - 8 answers

I'm stuck in Adair, Iowa (pop 800) with a probably unfixable car which was towing a trailer hauling all my possessions. OMG help. [more inside]
posted by zug around Adair, IA at 8:35 PM - 38 answers

How can I plan a scenic drive from Iowa to Montana? [more inside]
posted by epj around Iowa at 9:38 AM - 7 answers

Interesting, spooky, out-of-the-ordinary roadtrip stops within driving distance of Iowa? [more inside]
posted by jaynedanger around Iowa at 2:04 PM - 27 answers

Please help me find the location of this free-standing golden dome in Iowa! [more inside]
posted by jordanlewis around Iowa at 1:08 PM - 10 answers

forget nyc, it seems that today Iowa is the new askme destination of choice! what should i know to best experience Iowa City and Davenport? mostly this is a quest to know the local area and what should be appreciated here. i have 3 days (may, weekend), and a car. also, what must i buy/eat? anything else you feel urged to write on the topic is also welcome!
posted by n y my around Iowa City, IA at 5:20 PM - 23 answers

Where can I find a rental cabin(s) in east Iowa or west Illinois around New Years for 20-25 people? [more inside]
posted by scottreynen around Iowa at 10:53 PM - 6 answers

Going on an impromptu road trip to Des Moines. What do we do once we get there? [more inside]
posted by sugarfish around Des Moines, IA at 9:32 PM - 13 answers

GasFilter: Why are gas stations in central Iowa selling premium gas cheaper than regular gas? [more inside]
posted by ArbiterOne around Iowa at 9:01 PM - 19 answers

Anything going on in Des Moines, Iowa on the cultural scene? Art museums, galleries, music, best kept secrets, restaurants, even shopping etc. Spending 3 days in August...yikes.
posted by lois1950 around Des Moines, IA at 9:17 PM - 10 answers