2008: best dining-lodging combos
Rare is the destination that offers lodging and dining that are both distinctive and outstanding in quality. Here are six places that were delightful surprises […]
2008: top lodging encounters of the year
Deep discounts for lodging are commonplace during this time of year, so it’s easier to afford lovely vacation accommodations. Here are my top six experiences […]
2008: fine, unusual dining experiences
The world is full of wonderful ways to add calories in interesting places. Here are my top six dining experiences of 2008. — A $10 […]
American Girl Place thoughtful, excessive
Here are three little secrets: I pay $16 for a haircut, $20 if you include the tip. I rarely shop anything but sales racks and […]
First lady opens gov’s house for the holidays
Children seem to adore the state’s first lady, Jessica Doyle, especially when they’re renewing their acquaintance with her. Jessica often visits classrooms around Wisconsin, so […]
B&B operators are busting stereotypes
The classic bed and breakfast inn – a lovely, looming Victorian house with antiques and lace in abundance – is becoming a smaller slice of […]
Speckled Hen innkeeper wins B&B cook-off
Gotta love those Thanksgiving leftovers. Turkey soups, pot pies and casseroles stretch one bird into many meals. Thanks to the Wisconsin Bed and Breakfast Association, […]
Quilt barns, exhibits, small-group retreat sites
Kelly Ryan of Minneapolis and Marilyn Zilic of Madison don’t know each other, but they have something big in common: a penchant for small-group retreats. […]
Size up these five girlfriend getaways
“Two women friends and I want to do a weekend getaway in the next few weeks,” the note began. “Our wish list (though we can […]
Ethnic beauty diverse at Holiday Folk Fair
A volatile presidential election – with the potential to deepen our differences – is history. Now comes the task of mending and strengthening ourselves as […]
Reader mail: food, fairs, finding treasures
Reader mail is plentiful, especially since “Hungry for Wisconsin” book events have begun. The good people of Wisconsin are full of fabulous ideas about their […]
Floods challenge state historic site resilience
Mary Cary is proof that new careers can take hold late in life. She is 87 and has been working at the Wade House in […]