Travel across Wisconsin on the Empire Builder train with stops in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Dells, and La Crosse to discover the best places for a craft brew or distilled spirits — and, of course, plenty of cheese. Day 1 – Milwaukee Welcome to Milwaukee! Located on the “Fresh Coast” of Lake Michigan in southeastern Wisconsin, Milwaukee…
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Our 8 Favorite Places For Stargazing
Stargazing is a luxury in itself. Busy lives may keep us from stepping outdoors to observe the night sky, but locale can be a deterrent, too — without darkness and clear skies, many city dwellers miss the special sights of the night sky. That’s where astrotourism comes in. Read Jill’s story at Travel Awaits.
The Best Things To Do In Door County, Wisconsin In The Winter
Life slows down in Door County, Wisconsin, in the wintertime. The area is a popular summer destination, but the winter is Door County’s quiet season. Still, you’ll find an abundance of winter outdoor activities like hiking and ice fishing. If you prefer to stay warm, Door County’s got something for you, too: You can shop,…
Holiday Market at the Osthoff Resort
COUNTRY’S #1 HOLIDAY MARKET – OLD WORLD CHRISTMAS MARKET AT WISCONSIN’S OSTHOFF RESORT – RETURNS FOR 22nd YEAR The annual Old World Christmas Market at Wisconsin’s Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake, set for Dec. 6-15 this year, is the essence of holiday spirit. There are fragrant pine trees aglow with lights, timber booths overflowing with…
Weekend Getaway to Janesville, Wisconsin
If you’re after an active weekend getaway, you’ll be pleased to find an abundance of beautiful parks and recreational areas in the mid-sized city of Janesville, Wisconsin. Janesville, located an hour and 30 minutes southwest of Milwaukee on the Rock River, features rolling hills, a small-town vibe, and the verdant woodlands of scenic south-central Wisconsin….
Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, 4-Day Itinerary–Enjoy a Nature, Spa and Relaxation, and Fine Dining Getaway
Experience warm, sunny days and cool evenings in one of the Midwest’s loveliest lake towns. On this four-day itinerary for Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, you’ll enjoy luxury dining, relaxation, and nature outings. Luxury Dining: Dine around and be delighted with the culinary selections. Fine and delicious dining includes imaginative seasonal ingredients and eclectic menus – this…
Local Wine, Beer, and Spirits in Door County, Wisconsin
It’s a nostalgic ride driving through Door County, a Wisconsin peninsula situated between Green Bay and Lake Michigan. This 70-mile finger of land houses cities with quaint names like Egg Harbor and Fish Creek. Time seems to slow as you pass through Ephraim where nearly all the houses are painted white, an ordinance originated by…
Winter Escape to Wisconsin’s Door Peninsula
3-Day Itinerary Choose from outdoor winter activities or an art.sip.savor tour in a winter escape to Door Peninsula. Day 1 Check in to Landmark Resort, an award-winning, all-suites vacation destination. Dinner at Sister Bay Bowl–an authentic, family-owned Wisconsin supper club just like the ones that were so popular in the 1950s and 60s. In 1950…
The Lavender Fields of Washington Island, Wisconsin
When Martine and Edgar Anderson moved to Washington Island as young retirees, they looked for a business in which to invest, but nothing seemed to suit. Martine, born in France, dreamed of one day owning a lavender farm. She felt that Washington Island shared similar characteristics with Provence, so Edgar did weather studies, took soil…
Surrender to the Moment
Although I’m a goal-oriented person, I have also found the importance of learning to release the need to control the outcome of situations. Acceptance, and surrendering to a situation has helped me overcome fears and phobias in the process. E.g. I can plan a trip and set it into motion, but I cannot control the…
Jill Dutton | Travel Journalist 