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Bernard Schwartz House (a Frank Lloyd Wright design) – Two Rivers, WI

Next up in our Wisconsin daytrip series we’ll be exploring the Manitowoc/Two Rivers area!  This area, is incredibly popular to tourists in the spring and summer due to: 1) its gorgeous location…

“Family Fun” – daytrip itinerary for Kenosha, WI

Are you considering a trip to Kenosha, Wisconsin?  There are so many great things to see and do there any time of year!  I’ve put together a couple suggested itineraries for different types…

Couples Getaway – 2 day Itinerary for a trip to Kenosha, WI!

After seeing my Kenosha adventures and pictures, several people have requested itinerary suggestions to plan their own visit!  So I will be giving my suggestions in itinerary style for: Couples Getaway, Girls Weekend, and Family…

Mars Cheese Castle – Kenosha, WI

If you’ve ever driven along Highway 41 between Milwaukee and Chicago, you’ve probably seen the Mars Cheese Castle building in Kenosha.  It is highly visible from the road, and with its…

Kenosha, Wisconsin – overview of upcoming posts!

My husband & I just returned from a visit to Kenosha, Wisconsin and I am not kidding you when I say that I am already daydreaming about when we can go back!  Brace yourself for…

Gresham, WI – Barn Quilts

Gresham is a Village in Shawano County, Wisconsin with a population of roughly 586 (2010). Location: ~ 50 minutes from Green Bay, WI ~ 2 hours and 30 minutes from Milwaukee, WI ~ 2 hours and 45 minutes…

Exploring the Barn Quilts of Shawano County!

Shawano County has a lot of beautiful natural scenery to admire anytime of year.  But, have you heard about the barn quilts there?  Originally introduced to the county in 2010, there are currently 331 barn…

Abraham Lincoln Museum – Springfield, IL

When planning our weekend in Springfield, I knew that the Abraham Lincoln Museum was a must visit site!  We also checked out the display they had set up at Union Station with props, sets, and…