I’ll be honest.  When I’m thinking about the places that I want to go on vacation, North Dakota doesn’t really show up at the top of my list.  In fact, even more brutal honesty, it probably doesn’t show up at all.
But North Dakota Tourism is trying to convince me, and everyone else, that North Dakota is a darn good place to spend a family vacation.  Perhaps one of these educational activities will tempt you:

Agriculture – Learn about flowers, farming, spinning wool and and making wool products, and how to run a cold climate winery.
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American Indian Studies – Learn about …read more

Looking for a foodie-focused weekend?  Look no further than the Big Apple, and The Gourmet Institute to be held October 23rd – 25th, 2009.  Organized by Gourmet Magazine (which publishes some serious food porn), the institute offers a diverse assortment of culinary demonstrations, discussions and tastings.  Sessions are designed for all levels of culinary expertise, from master chef to curious newbies.  What a great way to spend a crisp fall weekend in New York City, than enjoying some great food experiences.
Leading the sessions will be renowned culinary masters, some of the biggest names in the business.  Here’s a sample:  …read more