Media Kit – Summer Story Ideas

Summertime is vacation-time in Wisconsin. There’s no better season to hit the lakes and trails. We’ve picked some of the best travel opportunities, from one-of-a-kind curiosities and unique restaurants to the top destinations for birdwatching and even scuba diving! We’ve found some great vacation ideas for families looking for a truly memorable experience, and we’ve selected several outstanding travel opportunities for the budget-minded traveler. These are definitely some of Wisconsin’s Best Bets for a great summer vacation!

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Susanne Thiede-Barnet

Susanne Thiede-Barnet


Curious, Eccentric and Downright Bizarre

There’s something in the water in Wisconsin that makes people want to follow their dreams, no matter how strange. Some of these dreams involve building museums and other exhibits that become fascinating roadside curiosities. Here’s three of Wisconsin’s most original and refreshing attractions. Continue reading

Don’t Tell the Kids It’s Good For You

Make the most of your vacation time with the family this summer. Here are some outstanding travel opportunities for families looking to create lifelong memories and have some fun. Best of all, these are affordable, easy travel ideas that both kids and grown-ups will enjoy. Continue reading

Four Great Family Trips For Tight Budgets

Don’t settle for the same-old boring vacation. This summer, go on an adventure. Here are two of the Midwest’s best opportunities for vacation that’s out-of-the-ordinary and doesn’t require a heavy investment—just time and a willingness to explore. Continue reading

Geocaching Takes Wisconsin By Storm

Geocaching offers vacationers a fun and inexpensive excuse to get outdoors. This relatively new hobby is a high-tech treasure hunt whose participants use GPS devices to locate hidden containers called geocaches and share their experiences online. Continue reading

Get Out Of Everyday and Into Art!

For many travelers, vacations are about kicking back, relaxing and just tuning out. For others, travel is all about learning, experiencing and engaging in the places they’re visiting. Many travelers connect with the places they visit through art.

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Get Your Family On the Water

Wisconsin is home to thousands of lakes, rivers and streams. For boat owners, summertime in Wisconsin is paradise. But you don’t need a boat to enjoy the waterscapes of Wisconsin. Here are some easy options for options for getting the family out on the water this summer. Continue reading

Going Extreme For Less

Thanks to their “outdoorsy” culture, pristine waters, and great extreme sports facilities, Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula are home to some of the best thrills in the Midwest. Continue reading

Grab a Big Slice of Serenity

Travel can be good for you. Research has found that blood pressure, pulse rate and stress levels all decline within the first two days of a vacation. And annual vacations can help reduce your risk of heart attack Continue reading

Just Get in Your Car and Go!

With the current economic downturn putting the pinch on household budgets across the U.S., a number of Wisconsin destinations have created sample itineraries promoting affordable attractions, activities and lodging options. Continue reading

Learning On The Go: Trips That Bring Science and History to Life

Engaging kids in learning has always been a teacher’s (and parent’s) challenge. Thanks to a variety of exciting learning-focused stops near great Wisconsin destinations, that engagement can happen even on vacation. Continue reading

Summer Birding Hotspots

Wisconsin is an outstanding state for birdwatching. With the Mississippi River Flyway on the west, the Great Lake on the east and a huge variety of habitats and protected wildlife areas in between, more than 300 species of birds spend some time in Wisconsin each year. Continue reading

Wisconsin Restaurants Worth the Trip

“Foodie” vacationers are on the rise. Wisconsin, with its vibrant summer harvests and multitude of food-conscious restaurants, tops many lists. While vacations are rarely built around a single meal, here are a few that might just be worth the trip. Continue reading

Wisconsin Summer Travel Update – New for 2010

Updates and news about Wisconsin Travel Destinations Continue reading