If you like to travel, chances are you have looked into the popular destinations of Europe, or perhaps even been to them already.

One area that is sometimes overlooked when people plan European vacations is Scandinavia. Denmark, Sweden and Norway are beautiful, culture-rich destinations that are not as well-visited as, say, France and Italy. This makes them some of the continents best undiscovered gems.

If you like the arts, shopping and the outdoors, you may want to consider Minneapolis for your next vacation.

Yes, Minneapolis.

Minnesota's largest city has long since moved past its roots as a shipping and milling hub for America's breadbasket and now presents its visitors with a fresh, cosmopolitan face.