Unique Charms: Wisconsin’s Boutique Hotels

Posted on: 4/18/2013

In Wisconsin, boutique means unique. We’ve rounded up some of Wisconsin’s favorite boutique hotels, so that whether you’re visiting from afar or looking for an escape that’s close to home, you can find the brand of “unique” that fits your perfect getaway.

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Wisconsin Getaway Ideas: Oshkosh

Posted on: 4/14/2013

“Wisconsin’s Event City,” Oshkosh is home to over 1,000 events and festivals, including the famous EAA AirVenture and the Country USA music festival. The city on the western shore of Lake Winnebago also has more than its share of year-round fun. Check out our top picks for an Oshkosh weekend getaway, any time of year.

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Destination Weddings, Wisconsin Style

Posted on: 4/11/2013

Cosmopolitan cities, picturesque prairies, waterside wonders, amazing museums, and more – Wisconsin has whatever your heart desires. So why pay for airfare (not to mention the vaccinations), when Wisconsin’s own wedding destinations offer a world of fun, beauty, and romance for your special day?

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Getting to Know Wisconsin’s Amish Country

Posted on: 4/7/2013

Humble, welcoming, and hard working. Sound like Wisconsin to you? Well for Wisconsin’s Amish, it’s truly a way of life. Wisconsin has one of the largest Amish populations in America, and you can find settlements all over the state. Take a tour and familiarize yourself with their culture.

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Pabst and Milwaukee Becoming Synonymous Again

Posted on: 4/4/2013

As the fortunes of the Pabst Beer brand declined, so did the site of the former brewery. Abandoned for a decade, it was not until 2006, when Milwaukee philanthropist Joseph Zilber set out to create an entire community at the Pabst complex, one built with sustainable building practices, which would save and repurpose as many of the historic buildings as possible.

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Eat Your Way Through Milwaukee

Posted on: 3/26/2013

The word is out at last. Milwaukee has earned its keep as a tried and true food city. And it’s not just about beer and cheese anymore, though you’ll find your share of both in Wisconsin’s Cream City.

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Wisconsin Architecture’s Unique Appeal

Posted on: 3/21/2013

Wisconsin is known nationally for its state parks, lakes, and rolling hills. But the state’s man-made beauty is just as fascinating. From grandiose to off-the-wall, Wisconsin architecture has something to capture every visitor’s interest. Here’s a sampling of our favorites!

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The Luck of the Draw: Wisconsin Casinos

Posted on: 3/19/2013

Step into a Wisconsin casino and the atmosphere is magic. The bright lights, the sounds, the excitement that spreads across game floor – there’s nothing like it. With 23 million visits each year, Wisconsin casinos are some of the hottest spots in the state. But what makes ours unique is that our 28 casinos are owned by 11 Wisconsin American Indian Tribes. If you love rolling the dice as much as we do, don’t leave these places off your list.

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Wisconsin’s Big-Fun Small Towns

Posted on: 3/14/2013

Wisconsin may be known for hot spots like Door County, Madison and Milwaukee, but today is about showing love to the little guys. Budget Travel has already recognized Elkhart Lake as one of the coolest small towns in America, but we have five more hidden gems that you're sure to love.

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On the Hunt: Antiquing in Wisconsin

Posted on: 3/12/2013

Rummage sale season doesn’t start up for a few weeks. So for the thrill of the hunt, head indoors for some antiquing fun. Sentimental, conversational, or historic items, you never know what treasures you’ll find. Why not make it an all-day affair? Or, for our die-hard hunters, an all-weekend affair? We’ve outlined an itinerary, starting in Green Bay and ending in Oshkosh.

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