OUR MISSION
The Midwest Travel Network was created to provide opportunities for travel writers and destinations to connect. Our goal is to connect the writers, bloggers, and influencers with tourism partners to share the great places and stories of the Midwest.
2025 Midwest Travel Network Conference
SEE YOU IN GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA
JUNE 12-14, 2025
We are thrilled to have Visit Grand Island as our host and destination for the 2025 Midwest Travel Network Conference. Grand island is home to Nebraska’s favorite island, wineries, The Sandhills, living history at the Stuhr Museum, and so much more. It’s located along the historic Lincoln Highway, the first transcontinental road for automobiles in the United States, dedicated in 1913. Every March and April more than one million Sandhill Cranes migrate through the Platte River Valley, a one of a kind experience. Indulge in Nebraska’s famous Runza Restaurants or enjoy Mexican, Salvadora, and Asian fare. There’s a delicious meal calling your name. We can’t wait to showcase Grand Island and Nebraska at our annual conference in 2025. We look forward to connecting with you in 2025 in Grand Island, Nebraska.
Let’s Work Together
Interested in partnering with our network? Want to learn more about the work we do to connect writers and destinations?
WHO WE ARE
Founded in 2013 by Sara Broers and Lisa Trudell, the Midwest Travel Network began as a group of travel bloggers based in the Midwest collaborating, networking and sharing the stories of the region. 10 years later, the organization has evolved into Midwest Travel Network, a group made up of not only writers and bloggers but also the industry tourism partners working hard to promote their communities. The Midwest Travel Network prides itself in its ability to help connect destinations with the best people to help them tell their stories. In person connections are important to the Midwest Travel Network, and offers opportunities to connect in person throughout the year. From workshops on pitching to writing, FAM trips, and the annual conference, all members of the Midwest Travel Network have an opportunity to connect with others.
Through the Midwest Travel Network, I have connected with a group of kindred spirits who love the American Midwest and want to help her shine. I’ve made connections who have contributed their experiences to articles, and I’ve made friends that I’ve been able to meet up with during my travels. There’s nothing better than exploring a new, Midwestern destination with a local travel blogger turned friend as your guide!