Sips: New Glarus Brewing

Disclosure: We received free tickets for Gothic Milwaukee‘s classic historic walking tour. However, all opinions are my own. When it comes to ghostly phenomenon and spooky attractions, I’m a pretty big baby. So when some…

After a few hours of winding through the Wisconsin countryside, I shouldn’t have been surprised by the charm of the little town of New Glarus…

Driving the back roads out of Dyersville, the field is almost entirely obscured by cornstalks until you round a corner and it suddenly flies into view. Stepping out of my car on a hot summer afternoon with the corn towering high overhead, it’s easy to see how people have been inspired by the magic of these fields for more than 25 years…

Ever since I can remember, all of my classmates and I desperately looked forward to spring break. Not only did it mean a week off school, but spring break always seemed to signify the impending,…

Wisconsin has always been one of my favorite states. No matter how far I travel, I’ve been hard-pressed to find a place with friendlier people, more beautiful outdoor spaces, and a deeper appreciation for cheese….

When it comes to planning the perfect day, I don’t need a lot to be happy. Strong coffee, good food, fresh air, and local history are usually enough for me. On a recent trip to…

When I first stumbled upon a review of  Dr. Evermor’s Forevertron I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. But with the promise of one of the more unique “world’s largest” things I’ve ever visited, we grabbed some…

One thing many people don’t know about me is that I was an anthropology major in college. While my university’s methodology was more of a social and cultural practice than archaeological, it’s something I’ve always…

Start your morning off slowly with coffee and crepes from bradbury’s in downtown Madison. With incredible coffee and espresso offerings and a full menu of delicious crepes, this tiny triangular cafe was a fast favorite…

Disclosure: The Kenosha Area Convention and Visitors Bureau hosted our visit to Kenosha, Wisconsin. We received a free admission and a tour of the Southport Lighthouse, free admission to the Civil War Museum, and a free…

Working in a contemporary art museum means I spend a lot of time surrounded by art. So it shouldn’t be too much of a surprise that when I travel I often seek out arts and…

If I’ve learned anything from roadtripping, it’s that sometimes when your GPS fails you forcing you stop in a random, small town to get gas and consult the atlas, the universe will surprise you. At least that’s how I happened across the Dickeyville Grotto…

Disclosure: As part of my ticket to the Women in Travel Summit, I received a free admission to the Harley-Davidson Museum courtesy of Visit Milwaukee. However, all opinions are my own. When it comes to motorcycles, my…

When you think of foodie destinations, Kenosha, Wisconsin may not automatically spring to mind. But not only is this lakefront community teeming with local history, it’s also home to some truly delicious food. From upscale eateries and…

A few months ago, we made a detour in Cedar Falls for lunch on our way back to Des Moines and stumbled across a welcome surprise: a craft brewery. Not only is SingleSpeed Brewing a great place to grab a drink it’s also home to some truly delicious brews.