Known as America’s Little Switzerland, New Glarus is a small community in southern Wisconsin that Swiss settlers have called home for over 175 years. Among Wisconsinites, New Glarus is known for its chalet-style architecture, annual Oktoberfest celebration, and the New Glarus Brewery. I’ve had many adventures in New Glarus, and each visit, I find something […]
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Looking for a Midwest Lake Getaway? Check out Lake of the Ozarks in South-Central Missouri. A popular destination in the warm summer months, Lake of the Ozarks is known for boating, fishing, golfing, and more fun-in-the-sun. For the outdoor lovers, two state parks fill the area – Lake of the Ozarks State Park and Ha
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Located 30 minutes south of Ashland, Copper Falls State Park is a scenic Wisconsin state park featuring great hiking trails, beautiful waterfalls, and picturesque campsites. It’s the perfect park to spend a few days relaxing or to visit during a Northern Wisconsin roadtrip. This guide to Copper Falls State Park details all you need to know
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Known for offering a little something different in Florida, Jacksonville is a city where you’ll find beautiful beaches, the St. Johns River, delicious food and drink, and spectacular open spaces. There are so many awesome and unexpected outdoor activities in Jacksonville that will make you want to visit this vast city over and over again.
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Located in Door County in the town of Fish Creek, Peninsula State Park is one of Wisconsin’s most popular state parks for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Whether you are looking for a beautiful drive with overlooks or a challenging hike, Peninsula State Park promises an adventure for every skill level. I’ve explored this
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Wisconsin is home to the 1,200-mile Ice Age National Scenic Trail which extends east to west across the state. I’m fortunate to have some incredible Ice Age Trail Segments near Madison. You may wonder: How was the trail outline determined? When the glaciers melted many epochs ago, they stopped melting in Wisconsin and the Ice
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Home to the nation’s capital, everyone should visit Washington DC at least once in their lifetime. Although admittedly not much of a history buff, I love viewing the monuments, exploring the museums, and enjoying all of the outdoor opportunities that the city has to offer. Perhaps surprisingly, Washington DC also has some amazing food and
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Door County is one of my favorite places to vacation in Wisconsin and for very good reason. This peninsula area has everything from cute vacation rentals and local shops to tasty restaurants and outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking. With so many things to do in Door County, I guarantee you’ll never have a shortage
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If you haven’t had the chance to explore Albuquerque, you’ll be amazed by all this city offers. While one day in Albuquerque certainly is not enough time to enjoy all that there is to do here, you’ll get a great taste for the city that will leave you itching for more. This post details the
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About Grand Canyon National Park: Less than five hours north of Phoenix, Arizona, you’ll find one of the seven natural wonders of the world – the Grand Canyon. Also a National Park, the Grand Canyon is 227 miles long and over ten miles wide (on average). Pictures simply don’t do this canyon justice. It’s absolutely
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