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The nation's capital city, Washington, can be found 1,550 kilometres to the east of Essex.
Essex is within easy reach of some exceptional natural sights. Waubonsie State Park is located 35 kilometres away and is certainly worth the time spent on the road.
For a bit of exercise and the opportunity to work on your photography skills, take a stroll around Sportsman Park.
We also suggest getting in the car and going to Clarinda. It's approximately 25 kilometres to the southeast and home to the Glenn Miller Birthplace and the Painting Barn.
Planning to head to Nebraska City? This place is just 50 kilometres to the west. If you're staying here a little while, grab a map and circle the Wildwood Golf Course, the Wildwood Historic Center and Arbor Lodge State Historical Park. Also consider stopping by the Arbor Day Farm and the Missouri River Basin Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center.
Not only is hot air ballooning a sensational way to experience panoramic views of the scenery below, it also promises action, exhilaration and the chance to fly like a bird!
From tubing to swimming, there's no shortage of ways to get out on the water in Iowa. Just don't forget to pack your sun cream!
If the little tackers are up for some wintertime fun, why not treat them to a day of snowboarding? Skiing is another great option if they're just warming up!
Wander through the region's history museums. They are particularly good places to shelter in when it starts bucketing down.
Take a relaxed walk and fill your lungs with fresh air at the surrounding area's farms.
Tickets? Check. Passport? Check. But have you brought your appetite? With some fantastic food and drink to gulp down around this region, it's the one thing you shouldn't leave home without.
Do you plan to be here on the 4th of July? Luck is on your side. On this date each year, the whole country bands together to celebrate Independence Day.
Ready to fly home? Pack your bags, set the alarm and map out a route to Des Moines International Airport (DSM). It's about 160 kilometres to the northeast.
Choose to stay at any of the more popular accommodations, like the Tall Corn Inn and Super 8 Shenandoah, and you'll be certain to wake up ready for the day's adventures each morning.
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