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The Charming Small Town of Pepin

This post is in partnership with Destination Pepin. All thoughts and opinions are my own.On the western edge of Wisconsin, there’s a naturally occurring lake within the Mississippi River called Lake Pepin. On the shores of Lake Pepin is a town that shares its name -...

6 Incredible Spots in the Missouri Ozarks & Arcadia Valley

Exploring the Missouri Ozarks and Arcadia Valley for the first time is like stepping into a hidden paradise. From dazzling turquoise springs to stunning rock formations, every destination was a feast for the senses.

The Inn at SentryWorld

Welcome to SentryWorld - a premier travel destination in central Wisconsin. Located in Stevens Point, SentryWorld is home to a brand new boutique hotel, a world-class golf course and three on-site restaurants. My husband and I spent one night here in partnership with...

Everything You Need To Know About Visiting Kitch-iti-kipi

Okay, let's get the most important thing out of the way first... how on earth do you pronounce this name?! The best way to learn is to head to Michigan.gov's pronunciation key, which you can find here. Click on letter 'K', scroll down until you find Kitch-iti-kipi,...

Kwik Trip Take Home Meals

This post is sponsored by Kwik Trip!One of my favorite things Kwik Trip has recently introduced are their Take Home Meals. If you’re unfamiliar, these are freshly-prepared lunch and dinner options that can be heated up in the microwave and ready to eat within minutes!...

Exploring Iowa’s State Parks

This post is in partnership with Travel Iowa.Over Labor Day weekend, I traveled down to Clear Lake, Iowa to explore two state parks nearby - Pilot Knob State Park and McIntosh Woods State Park. I had never been to Iowa before so I was so excited to see some new...

A Wisconsin Coffee Company You Need To Try!

This post is in partnership with Berres Brothers. All opinions are my own. One thing I absolutely love is discovering local businesses that make really good, high-quality products. So when Berres Brothers, a Wisconsin-based coffee roaster, reached out to me I couldn’t...

The Kwik Trip App: 4 Awesome Hacks

This post is sponsored by Kwik Trip!If you’re a Kwik Trip regular but you don't have their app yet, stop everything you're doing and go download it! Their free app has so many fun features and awesome benefits that you may be missing out on. Here are a few that I...

Best Things To Do in Dickinson North Dakota

In early August, I traveled to western North Dakota and stayed in the lively city of Dickinson. I explored the area for three full days and discovered so many awesome spots and things to do! From outdoor adventures to unique dining experiences, Dickinson, North Dakota...

A Summertime Guide to Ironwood, Michigan

This post is in partnership with Travel Ironwood.I’ve driven through Ironwood, Michigan before but I’ve never actually stopped to explore until just recently. We spent a weekend there in mid-August and I couldn’t have been more impressed! This small town in the Upper...

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The Inn at SentryWorld

The Inn at SentryWorld

Welcome to SentryWorld - a premier travel destination in central Wisconsin. Located in Stevens Point, SentryWorld is home to a brand new boutique hotel, a world-class golf course and three on-site restaurants. My husband and I spent one night here in partnership with...

Everything You Need To Know About Visiting Kitch-iti-kipi

Everything You Need To Know About Visiting Kitch-iti-kipi

Okay, let's get the most important thing out of the way first... how on earth do you pronounce this name?! The best way to learn is to head to Michigan.gov's pronunciation key, which you can find here. Click on letter 'K', scroll down until you find Kitch-iti-kipi,...

Northwest Wisconsin Waterfall Tour

Northwest Wisconsin Waterfall Tour

Last spring, we went on a day-long "waterfall tour" in northwest Wisconsin. The route I created ended up being about 75 miles long and brought us to seven different waterfalls (Gile Falls, Upson Falls, Copper + Brownstone Falls, Potato River Falls, Superior Falls, and...

Washington Island Lavender Fields

Washington Island Lavender Fields

This past weekend, I traveled to Washington Island in order to photograph a wedding. The following day, I decided to take advantage of my time here and headed to the lavender fields - something I've always wanted to do! The fields were in full bloom and absolutely...

DIY Maple Syrup Evaporator on a Budget

DIY Maple Syrup Evaporator on a Budget

Last year, we boiled our sap over an open fire; you can see a photo of it in this blog post. The problem with this setup was that the smoke would swirl around our pots of sap, which ultimately caused our syrup to have a smokey, campfire flavor to it. Not exactly what...

The Inn at SentryWorld

The Inn at SentryWorld

Welcome to SentryWorld - a premier travel destination in central Wisconsin. Located in Stevens Point, SentryWorld is home to a brand new boutique hotel, a world-class golf course and three on-site restaurants. My husband and I spent one night here in partnership with...

Everything You Need To Know About Visiting Kitch-iti-kipi

Everything You Need To Know About Visiting Kitch-iti-kipi

Okay, let's get the most important thing out of the way first... how on earth do you pronounce this name?! The best way to learn is to head to Michigan.gov's pronunciation key, which you can find here. Click on letter 'K', scroll down until you find Kitch-iti-kipi,...

Northwest Wisconsin Waterfall Tour

Northwest Wisconsin Waterfall Tour

Last spring, we went on a day-long "waterfall tour" in northwest Wisconsin. The route I created ended up being about 75 miles long and brought us to seven different waterfalls (Gile Falls, Upson Falls, Copper + Brownstone Falls, Potato River Falls, Superior Falls, and...

Washington Island Lavender Fields

Washington Island Lavender Fields

This past weekend, I traveled to Washington Island in order to photograph a wedding. The following day, I decided to take advantage of my time here and headed to the lavender fields - something I've always wanted to do! The fields were in full bloom and absolutely...

DIY Maple Syrup Evaporator on a Budget

DIY Maple Syrup Evaporator on a Budget

Last year, we boiled our sap over an open fire; you can see a photo of it in this blog post. The problem with this setup was that the smoke would swirl around our pots of sap, which ultimately caused our syrup to have a smokey, campfire flavor to it. Not exactly what...

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