Shae's awesome at finding quirky things to see and do on our road trip. We were due to have a 3.5 hour journey from Green Bay to La Crosse, but wanted to break up the trip with something interesting along the way. Shae did a bit of research of things to see along our route and … [Read more...] about Visiting Edgren Bilt Yard Art, Wisconsin
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Review: Home2 Suites Green Bay, Wisconsin
When looking at our accommodation options for Green Bay, my initial plan had been to book in at the Hyatt Regency as it only costs 5,000 points per night. While searching on the Hilton website though, a great paid rate showed up for the Home2 Suites Green Bay. We'd not stayed … [Read more...] about Review: Home2 Suites Green Bay, Wisconsin
7 Things To Do In Door County, Wisconsin
While having a drink at Bark & Brew in Green Bay, we mentioned to the owner Tara that we'd be going up to Door County the following day. Door County is a peninsula that stretches northeast from Green Bay out into Lake Michigan. We had a couple of places we planned on … [Read more...] about 7 Things To Do In Door County, Wisconsin
Ridin’ The Zippin Pippin: One Of The Oldest Wooden Roller Coasters
Shae doesn't ride roller coasters. Well, she hasn't ridden one since 2001 as they terrify her. We almost rode one together in 2004, but changed her mind at the last minute. In high school, she acted as designated bag looker-afterer when she and her friends went to amusement … [Read more...] about Ridin’ The Zippin Pippin: One Of The Oldest Wooden Roller Coasters
In The Dog House At Bark & Brew In Green Bay
Update 4/12/23: Since publishing this post back in June 2018, Bark & Brew has moved locations. They used to be at 2310 Lineville Rd #100, Green Bay, WI 54313, but are now at 2514 Glendale Ave, Green Bay, WI 54313. ~ A place for dogs and their humans. When I saw the … [Read more...] about In The Dog House At Bark & Brew In Green Bay
Review: Al’s Hamburger Shop, Green Bay WI
While staying in Green Bay, our hotel had a leaflet about everything special going on downtown over the summer. One of the events is Dine On The Deck which is where several local restaurants serve lunch outside on the CityDeck every Wednesday. This sounded like fun, so we … [Read more...] about Review: Al’s Hamburger Shop, Green Bay WI
Review: Hyatt Place Milwaukee Airport
Our first stop in Wisconsin on our 50 state road trip was Milwaukee. When researching our hotel options, the Hyatt Place Milwaukee Airport seemed like our best option. The first reason is because it's a bargain when using World of Hyatt points - more on that in the 'Cost' … [Read more...] about Review: Hyatt Place Milwaukee Airport
The Basilica Of St Josaphat, Milwaukee In 22 Photos
One of the places people recommended that we should visit in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was The Basilica of St Josaphat. Built in the late 1800s, the church was built mainly for the city's large Polish population. At the time, they were the second largest immigrant community in … [Read more...] about The Basilica Of St Josaphat, Milwaukee In 22 Photos
Lakefront Brewery Tour: The Best Beer Tour Ever
I can't believe it took me so long to work it out. Despite being from the UK, I've been into baseball since 1998. I've seen the Milwaukee Brewers play on TV several times but hadn't ever thought much about why they were called that. Well, the Milwaukee part is obvious, but … [Read more...] about Lakefront Brewery Tour: The Best Beer Tour Ever
5 Awesome Places To Walk Your Dog In Milwaukee
We recently spent six days in Milwaukee during our 5 year, 50 state road trip. The city and surrounding area were full of great places to walk your dog - here are the five that we loved the best. 1) Warnimont Dog Park This was the one that Truffles enjoyed the most. Warnimont … [Read more...] about 5 Awesome Places To Walk Your Dog In Milwaukee