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Meet the Old Market’s – Guiding Hand

July 31, 2018

By the 1880s, Omaha was in its prime as a prominent railroad center thanks to its central location connecting the established Eastern United States with the Wild Wild West. The city’s Old Market district served as the center of activity and was constantly filled with produce dealers, buyers, and transporters....

Planning a Pet-Friendly Omaha Vacay

December 11, 2017

Your pooch is part of the family. You take him with you to the park, to the patio of your favorite restaurant, and maybe even to the mall. When you start packing for a vacation, it’s tough to leave your baby at home. Luckily, many places in and around Omaha...

5 Best Breakfast Spots in Omaha

November 10, 2017

If you’re in Omaha on vacation or business, it’s always wise to start your day with a hearty morning meal. After all, like Mom said, “breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” While lunch and dinner are equally important here at Magnolia Omaha, we agree that a satisfying...

3 Best Stargazing Spots Near Omaha

October 23, 2017

The city of Omaha, Nebraska, is bigger and brighter than you’d think. A stop on the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail, Omaha is known for its rich pioneer history, as well as cultural stops like Lauritzen Gardens, Love’s Jazz & Art Center and the award-winning Henry Doorly Zoo. Though...

5 Unique Fall Festivals in Omaha

September 6, 2017

Omaha, Nebraska doesn’t get enough credit. The state’s largest city is home to nearly a half-million people, numerous award-winning restaurants, and four Fortune 500 companies including billionaire Warren Buffett’s multi-national conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway. In 2015, the city was named TIME’s Best Place to Live in the Midwest, namely because of...

Horsing Around in Omaha

August 28, 2017

Omaha was once a city of horses. Early settlers heeded Horace Greely’s advice to “Go west,” traveling across Nebraska and the plains states on horseback. “Buffalo Bill” Cody started his infamous Wild West Show in Omaha in the 1880s, when horse parades filled the streets and showboating cowboys drew crowds....

Free Summer Events in Omaha

July 27, 2017

Plan a visit to Omaha for some of the best free summer fun in the Midwest. Located just three hours north of Kansas City and two hours west of Des Moines, the city of Omaha is a hotspot for indoor and outdoor activities every summer as well as year-round. Omaha...

How to Make Your Hotel Feel Like Home

July 10, 2017

In The Happy Prince and Other Tales, author Oscar Wilde said, “Travel improves the mind wonderfully…” Journeying to new places helps boost your mood and relieve the stresses of daily life. Traveling has its own challenges, though. As exciting as new places and experiences are, it can be difficult to...

Top Attractions to Visit in Omaha

April 19, 2017

The Magnolia Omaha offers guests the opportunity to stay in a unique, boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown Omaha. This historic hotel was built in 1923 by Chester Cook and named after his grandmother. Its design was influenced by the Bargello, museum located in Florence, Italy. Today, visitors...