Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines, the capital and most populated city of Iowa, is the destination of many business travelers due to it being the headquarters for the Principal Financial Group, the Meredith Corporation, and Ruan Transportation.It is also a major center for insurance business and the fourth “Best Place for Business” according to Forbes Magazine. One of the largest attractions that bring the most visitors to the area is the Iowa State Fair and fair grounds, which has been an Iowa tradition for over 150 years. The fair grounds cover more than 400 acres with over 150 wooded campsites. Other attractions include the Des Moines Art Center, multiple golf courses, the Sleepy Hollow Sports Park, Adentureland Theme Park Brenton Skating Plaza, Science Center of Iowa, Easter Lake Part, and more. Des Moines also offers multiple art galleries for the fine art enthusiasts and a number of arena league and semi-pro baseball, football, and hockey teams for the sports enthusiasts.

Lodging

Des Moines offers travelers a variety of lodging in the form of hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts, all with cheap rates available. Whether visiting Des Moines for vacation, business, or to see friends and family, there is an affordable place in everyone’s price range. Some favorites of past visitors include A-1 Motel, America’s Best Inn, Airport Holiday Inn, Adventureland Inn & Resort, the Bavarian Inn, and the Archer Motel.

Travel

Travelers will land in the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) in the southern part of Des Moines.It offers non-stop service to many of the major airports in the United States such as Atlanta Hartsfield, Dallas-Ft. Worth International, LaGuardia, Chicago O’Hare, and Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airports.In the past year alone, due to the growth and usage of Des Moines International, three new destinations have been added to their destination list, including Los Angeles International and Cleveland International.

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