In just five short years, the U.S. welcomed over 2,300 new escape rooms. In 2014, only 24 escape rooms existed, none of which resided in the Twin Cities. Today, thousands of locals and travelers alike are Googling “puzzle rooms near me” or “cheap escape rooms near me” in search of an exciting team-building or group-friendly activity. Thankfully, the options in Minneapolis and St. Paul are not only abundant, but they’re earning five-star reviews across the board. Without visiting each site at least once, it’s nearly impossible to select the best escape room in Minneapolis. That being said, enough members [...]

Craft beer’s meteoric rise over the past decade here in the Twin Cities should come as no surprise as Minneapolis and St. Paul were both bursting with breweries post-Prohibition. The industry’s re-emergence didn’t truly transpire until former Governor Mark Dayton signed the now-celebrated Surly Bill in 2011. Once the state’s few breweries were officially able to legally sell pints of beer on-site, everyone and their mother began to hatch plans to open a taproom. The Minneapolis and St. Paul brewery scene has reached its pinnacle as the wheat has seemingly separated itself from the chaff. While it’s not as [...]

Nearly every Twin Cities travel itinerary includes a stop at one of the top-rated coffee shops in Minneapolis, whether that’s the original Spyhouse Coffee Roasting Company, Penny’s in North Loop, or the ever-popular Dogwood Coffee Company. But hidden amongst these local giants are three often-overlooked destinations that all java lovers can appreciate. Whether you’re starting your day inside a Sable penthouse, luxury Georgian mansion, or one of our Lake Minnetonka house rentals, you’ll undoubtedly want to greet each morning with a steaming cup of locally-roasted joe. THE TOP 3 COFFEE SHOPS IN MINNEAPOLIS Over the years, the folks here at [...]

Minneapolis and St. Paul (most commonly known as the Twin Cities) are revered for their abundance of free activities, including countless city parks, a beautiful zoo, and, of course, several art museums. Art plays a vital role in our lives here the Twin Cities, whether it’s live music at First Avenue or artist cooperative lofts in Lowertown. We’re blessed to have not one, not two, but three free museums in Minneapolis and St. Paul, most notably the Minneapolis Institute of Art. FREE MUSEUMS IN MINNEAPOLIS WORTH REVISITING There are countless free attractions in the Twin Cities, including the Minnesota [...]

There are hundreds (perhaps thousands) of city lofts in Minneapolis, but only a small amount can be rented on a short-term basis. Minnestay is one of the only local property management companies that provide sophisticated Downtown Minneapolis vacation rentals, all of which are within walking distance of hip restaurants, trendy bars, and popular attractions. While we have several luxury estates in the suburbs, such as Minnetonka, Excelsior, and Inver Grove Heights, most travelers and staycationers are wildly interested in our luxurious Minneapolis condos. Keep reading to learn more about three of the premier city lofts in Minneapolis—each unique loft [...]