Grab your bike helmet, bring that appetite and get ready to “Jump Around.” We’re discovering 10 reasons why Madison is one of the coolest cities in America!
10 Reasons to Love the Madison Area
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4 Wisconsin Greenhouses to Visit This Spring
Friends, it’s finally in sight. We’ve endured five months of snow, ice and frigid temps, and coming our way is a well-deserved spring full of sun, rain showers, and, of course, flowers. Treat yourself this spring to a trip to the local greenhouse for some bright...
Expect the Unexpected – 14 Things to Do in Beloit
With the Rock River at its heart, the city of Beloit is a lively, community-oriented city that simultaneously radiates country charm and urban flair. While downtown Beloit is modern, hip and home to some amazing shops and restaurants, just outside the city visitors...
Tomah – Wisconsin’s Western Gateway
At the intersection of I-90 and I-94 lies the city of Tomah, Wisconsin. Most of us have probably driven through or past Tomah on road trips, but you’re sure to be surprised by what awaits when you get off the interstate. Here are ten things you can’t miss next time...
10 Fantastic Ways to Warm Up Inside This Winter
Have you had enough of the relentless cold? I think we all know that’s a YES! After Phil the groundhog saw his famous shadow, we now have 6 more weeks of winter. But no need to fret; together with Something Special from Wisconsin™, we have come up with 10 great ways...
Wisconsin in the Movies
We’re no Hollywood, but Wisconsin has made an appearance in many noteworthy movies. From being set in Wisconsin to just having a small mention, several Tinseltown flicks have put Wisconsin on the map. Here are just a few: Titanic As films go, it doesn’t get much...
Wisconsin’s Architectural Journey – 10 Stops Along the Frank Lloyd Wright Trail
Frank Lloyd Wright is one of the world’s most celebrated architects, but did you know he spent much of his life right here in Wisconsin? Wright was born in Richland Center in 1867 and designed a number of buildings across the state throughout his lifetime. The Frank...
Discovering a Hidden Gem Island Getaway in Wisconsin…
I’ve had the honor of experiencing some truly stunning, historically interesting and even exotic places in Wisconsin—some well-known, others well off the beaten path. But there’s one locale that piqued my interest the minute I stumbled across it online a couple of years back: It’s called Stout’s Island Lodge and it’s located in Barron County in northwestern Wisconsin (about 30 miles south of Hayward).
5 Ideas for a Fall Getaway in Wisconsin
1. Lake Geneva Lake Geneva may be known as a summer hotspot in Wisconsin, but fall brings a whole new list of adventures! You can marvel at the beautifully dense fall foliage from a hot air balloon, or tap into your adventurous side on a zip line at Lake Geneva Canopy...