August 2020 – The Siouxland Blog

Siesta Cruise

August 26, 2020November 11, 2022Okoboji

After shopping at the Central Emporium, and dining at The Gardens, we were ready for our boat tour. Upon doing research on things to do in Okoboji, I found a handful of Lake Cruise options.

After doing some shopping and sightseeing along Arnolds Park boardwalk, we were ready for a much-needed drink and a snack. On the lower level of the Central Emporium is The Gardens, a locally owned bar

Central Emporium

August 20, 2020November 11, 2022Okoboji

I had heard about the Central Emporium from a handful of coworkers who regularly make Summer trips up to Okoboji. They all said “You have to go here!”. Not knowing what to expect, I originally

The Nutty Bar

August 18, 2020November 11, 2022Okoboji

One thing you will learn about my husband and me, is that we love snacks, and we love our sweets, especially when we’re on vacation! After eating breakfast, we begin sightseeing, walking past businesses, shops,

Abbie Gardner Cabin

August 13, 2020November 11, 2022Okoboji

Somewhere along the way after moving to Sioux City in 2007, I had heard about this historic site from coworkers and friends. Understanding that Abbie Gardner was infamous enough to deserve a museum dedicated to

Arnolds Park Funhouse Museum

August 11, 2020November 11, 2022Okoboji

Beginning our first full day in Okoboji, my husband and I got up early, had breakfast, then ventured out. Even though we didn’t get a chance to visit Arnold’s Park, we did, however, make Arnolds

Okoboji Store

August 7, 2020November 11, 2022Okoboji

Our first stop after we got settled into our hotel room was Okoboji Store. Known by the locals as a favored place for entertainment, this has not always been a restaurant. Upon reading the back

Vintage Inn & Block Suites

August 5, 2020November 11, 2022Okoboji

Planning our trip to Okoboji meant finding a place to stay for three nights. And not wanting to stay at a well-known hotel chain, as always, we opted to support local. Therefore, when I found

Okoboji

August 3, 2020November 11, 2022Okoboji

Deciding to spend our one-year anniversary close to home, by husband and I opted for a local vacation. And when I found out Okoboji was part of the Siouxland territory, I knew I had to