Brainerd Lakes Area
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Emily Peterson / Postcards Travel
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Here is a guide to the beautiful and adventurous Brainerd Lakes Area. Best time to go is summertime for swimming, water activities, and fishing. Wintertime is also a fun time with ice fishing, skiing, and snowmobiling. There are numerous lakes and rivers to choose from. Make sure you plan well ahead since hotels and camping will fill up quickly. This is a classic Minnesota area for family vacations!
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One of the most famous lakes in the Brainerd area. Lots of fun water activities and local restaurants to explore.
Stay: The Point
The Point - On Gull Lake
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A great location with a private kitchen, AC, grills available. This is a wonderful place to have a family vacation. Access to Gull Lake.
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Stay: Quarterdeck Resort
Quarterdeck Resort
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Lovely, old resort with classical design. Access to Gull Lake and all the fun water activities. Restaurant with classic American dishes available.
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Stay: Good Ol Days
Good Ol' Days Family Resort
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A traditional resort with a restaurant, lake access, and a private beach. All the fun amenities for a great family vacation.
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Emily Peterson / Postcards Travel
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Hi, I’m Emily. I have been an avid female solo traveler most of my adult life. I have traveled to over 27 countries, on four continents, as well as lived in three countries, and tried to learn two other languages. I studied in Chile for a semester in college. I lived in Ecuador for a year, learning Spanish and teaching English. More recently, I was living and teaching in Sweden, and also trying to learn Swedish.
I love to explore places off the beaten path, creating my own itineraries, and making connections with the locals. I currently live in Saint Paul, Minnesota. I am a true Minnesotan at heart and enjoy being a local tourist in my home state. I am a travel agent, teacher, dog-walker, and notary public! I am excited to share my experiences, recommendations, and ideas for the places I have traveled.
I am a travel agent and my small business is called Postcards Travel. I can book and plan for all types of vacations for all types of people.
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Nisswa, MN, USA
Brainerd, MN, USA
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