Wisconsin in the News

The Glass House at Candlewood Cabins in Richland Center features glass walls that provide an intimate panoramic view of nature.

Candlewood Cabins

A replica of Elvis Presley’s favorite roller coaster, the Zippin Pippin (formerly called the Pippin) is one of the oldest existing wooden roller coasters in the United States and now it resides at Bay Beach Amusement Park in Green Bay.

Bay Beach Amusement Park

See how our work to pitch story ideas and develop press trips have resulted in media coverage for Wisconsin’s tourism industry.

JANUARY

Condé Nast Traveler - “How to Dress for Cold Weather, According to Outdoor Adventurers

Atlas Obscura - “How Wisconsin Became the Center of the Brandy Belt

Midwest Living - “What’s New in the Midwest 2021

DECEMBER

Epicurious – "How to Cook Smart at Home with Cash Back Perks"

Budget Travel – "Cruise Along These Holiday Lights Drive-Throughs Across The U.S."

Forbes "Check Out Holiday Light Displays By Car at These Drive-Thru Events

loveEXPLORING – "America's Hidden Gems to Visit in 2021"

Rolling Stone – “Whiff You Were Here: These Candles Smell Like the Vacation You Wish You Were On Right Now” 

Harper’s BAZAAR – "The 20 Best Places to Travel in 2021

Forbes – "5 Stunning Frozen Waterfalls Around the World

The Business Traveler USA "Four Hours in Madison

NOVEMBER

WhereTraveler – "Creative Outdoor Dining around the USA"

Fodor’s Travel – "The Quaintest Christmas Villages Across the U.S."

Midwest Living 8 Winter Day Trips Around Wisconsin

Lonely Planet: Explore Every Day Four Icy Activities That Will Make You Love Winter in Wisconsin

TripSavvy 204 Travel-Related Black Friday Deals You Need to Know About"

Forbes How to Bring More Native American Ingredients to Your Thanksgiving Menu

Smart Mouth Fish Fry Friday, a Milwaukee Tradition"

Matador Network The Most Beautiful Frozen Waterscapes in the US to Witness This Winter

Rachael Ray In Season Inside the Country's First & Only Native American-Owned Distillery

Condé Nast Traveler 20 Snow-Filled, Socially Distanced Christmas Vacation Ideas

OCTOBER

Nerdwallet Hotels Where You Can Stay With Points to See Fall Leaves

The American Way These Overlooked State Parks Rival Their Better-Known National Counterparts

The Washington Post 12 Trips to Plan Inspired by Your Favorite Fall Movies

Departures 8 Hikes to Explore the Beauty of the Midwest

Forbes Will Meetings And Events Ever Be The Same? 41 Clever Things Hotels Are Doing To Make Them Safe

TripSavvy The Most Scenic Train Routes for Leaf-Peeping

Business Traveler USA Hotel Check: Hotel Northland, Autograph Collection

Business Traveler USA Hotel Check: The Edgewater

The Washington Post Not All Cabins Close Up for Winter. Here are Heated Options for Socially Distant Exploring

AllRecipes Pizza Farms Are a Thing and Should Be On Your Fall To-Do List

Matador Network The Midwest is the Home of the Casserole. These are the Ones to Try

Food & Wine Pick Your Own Fall Bounty at These Farms Across the United States

SEPTEMBER

Reader's Digest 25 Small Towns That Are About to Become More Popular

Star Tribune (Online) 3 mini-vacations in the Midwest that offer spectacular scenery and won't break the bank

AUGUST

Milwaukee Magazine 6 Inns and B&Bs to Consider for Your Next Weekend Getaway

Cheapism – “30 Under-the-Radar Road Trips You Can Take in a Day

Reader’s Digest – “The Most Scenic Campsite in Every State

TravelPulse – “Every State's Hidden Gem Travel Destination

National Geographic Traveler – “Here’s How to See Auroras—from the Great Lakes

CNN Travel – “The Latest US Food Trend is 1950s Nostalgia with the Return of Carhops

AFAR – “9 of the Most Surprising Cities in the U.S.

National Geographic – “How to Take a European Road Trip Without Leaving America’s Midwest

Select Traveler, July/August issue -  “Culinary Stops Could Thrive in Coming Months” 

Thrillist – “To Get to This Idyllic Island, You'll Have to Cross Death's Door

Reader’s Digest – “The Most Gorgeous Peninsulas in the United States

Everett Potter’s Travel Report – “Lake Superior’s Apostle Islands: A Schoolhouse for Sailors

JULY

TravelPulse –  “25 Budget-Friendly US Cities

Better –  “Following the Cheese Trail: The Ultimate ‘Cheesecation’ Through Wisconsin

Great Lakes Boating Magazine- “History Voyage: Historical Sites on the Great Lakes” 

Reader’s Digest – “20 Small Towns That Look Like They’re Frozen in Time

Forbes – “Six Great Hikes Near Chicago

Livability – “These Regional Subscription Boxes Let You Experience a Place Without Leaving Home

Thrillist – Perfect Road Trips for When You Need to Escape Chicago

Condé Nast Traveler Online – The Best Drive-In Experiences this Summer, From Drag Shows to Music Festivals

Apartment Therapy – “You’d Be Surprised How Much Stunning Architecture This State Has” 

JUNE

Minnesota Monthly – “A Guide to Minnesota’s Bluff Country

Pride Journeys – “Pride Journey Outdoors: Wisconsin

ClubLife Magazine – “No Passport Required

Chicago Magazine – “Eight Great Road Trips for the COVID-19 Era

Thrillist – “Expert Camping Advice to Help You GTF Outside This Summer

Matador Network – “9 Epic Places in the US to Visit on Your First #Vanlife Trip

MAY

Forbes – Cheesemakers are the Pride of Wisconsin

Smithsonian Magazine Online – “The Timely Return of the Drive-in Restaurant

TravelPulse – 30 Tourism Boards Share What They're Doing Now & Future Plans

HuffPost – “Why You Can’t Find Flour at Grocery Stores, and Where to Buy it Online

Business Insider – “10 Scenic Getaways Across the US That Are Within a 1- to 4-Hour Drive From Major Cities — and the Best Hotel to Book for Each

HGTV – “Virtual Wine Tastings to Try at Home

The Wall Street Journal – ‘Safe’ Becomes Rural Tourism Pitch to a Distancing Public

APRIL

Budget Travel – “Spending Some Time on The Sand Through Watching These Beach Web Cams

Lonely Planet TV – “From Our Partners

MARCH

Reader’s Digest – “Virtual Day Trips You Can Now Take Online

The New York Times – Where to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day

Tripsavvy – “Top Family Vacations Ideas for Kids of Every Age

Travel Awaits – “38 Virtual Tours And Webcams You Can Enjoy From Home Any Time

FEBRUARY

Reader’s Digest - 17 Luxurious Valentine’s Day Hotel Packages

New York Times - “Where to Celebrate Women’s Rights This Year” (Print & Online)

The Wall Street Journal - "Madison’s Real-Estate Market Gets an Epic Lift" Print & Online)

Tripsavvy – “20 Awesome Spring Break Getaways with Kids

Best Life – “13 Secret Islands in the U.S. You Never Knew Existed

JANUARY

Red Tricycle - “Top Spring Break Destinations You Haven’t Tried Yet

Parade - “Need a Vacation? 115 Best Places to Travel for a Quick Weekend Getaway