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Free Wausau Music Fest this weekend and Concert Ticket Giveaway!

August 9, 2010 in Explore Wisconsin, Things to do in Wisconsin | 6 comments

Looking to get outside this weekend? Throw some music and art in the mix, and you’ve got the Why Not Wausau? music, arts and outdoor festival this Friday and Saturday, August 13-14. Tickets to the Granite Peak concert on Saturday are $20, but the Stay in Wisconsin blog wants to send you for free!

Here’s a quick breakdown of the festivities:

Friday, August 13: Free music in downtown Wausau at Downtown on the Square. Bring your pets (on a leash), your beverages and your lawn chair, and enjoy some great music from Ryan Flannery & the Night Owls at 6:30 and BlueHeels from 8:00-10:00. Check out the International Art Exchange gallery show downtown, featuring work from new and independent artists with fresh ideas. There is no admission fee to any of Friday’s events.

Saturday, August 14: An entire day of music at Granite Peak, with gates opening at 11:00 am. Line-up includes Trapper Schoepp & the Shades, Absinthe & the Dirty Floors, Farewell Milwaukee, Communist Daughter, The Daredevil Christopher Wright and headliners .357 String Band and STEEZ. Music continues to 10:00 pm. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 on the day of the event. Tickets can be purchased at whynotwausau.com, Inner Sleeve Records and Central Board Shop.

As always, you can find great places to stay and book a room in Wausau at wisconsinlodging.org!

OR! Why not win a free four-pack of tickets? Leave us a note in the comments section letting us know why not Wausau? Have you found yourself in Wausau and discovered a great place? Had a great meal? Stayed at a great hotel? Tell us about your favorite Wausau experience (or what you’d like to experience in Wausau) and we’ll pick a winner at random. Comments will be open through noon on Tuesday, August 10!

So let’s hear it… Why Not Wausau??

Special thanks to Flap Jack Creative for hooking up the free tickets!

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Featured Properties for June

June 25, 2010 in Explore Wisconsin | No comments

Each month on the Stay in Wisconsin Blog, we’ll feature a group of properties and showcase their amenities (and sometimes even a great deal!) We’ve got nine picks for June – check them out here or at wisconsinlodging.org.

AppleCreek Resort – Motel & Suites, Door County

AppleCreek Resort Motel & Suites

Door County lodging! Indoor pool and whirlpool, suites with whirlpool and fireplace, hotel-motel rooms. Across from Door County shops, Peninsula School of Arts, Door Community Auditorium. By dining, gorgeous Peninsula State Park, biking, hiking, golfing, lighthouse, vistas, sunsets, Door County winery, x-skiing, sleigh rides. Off-seasonWEEKDAY specials $69-$139.
Hwy. 42 & County Road F
Fish Creek, WI 54212
Email: info@applecreekresort.com
Website: http://www.applecreekresort.com
Phone: 800/569-0059

Kress Inn, DePere

Kress Inn, DePere

The award winning Kress Inn offers distinctive service and quality accommodations. The hotel is just minutes away from area attractions and is located on the scenic St. Norbert College campus, home of the Green Bay Packers Training Camp. Complimentary continental breakfast, airport transportation and high speed wireless Internet provided.
300 Grant Street
De Pere, WI 54115
Email: kressinn@kressinn.com
Website: http://www.kressinn.com
Phone: 800/221-5070
Fax: 920/403-5198

Holiday Acres Resort on Lake Thompson, Rhinelander

Holiday Acres Resort, Rhinelander

This classic Northwoods resort has been rated by Midwest Living magazine as a top resort families love. Located on 1000 acres of woods and water, the resort has guest rooms, cottages, two executive homes and an excellent restaurant. Holiday Acres offers a variety of recreation, including an indoor pool, sauna, tennis, nature trail, waterskiing and fishing. Retreat, Relax, Rediscover-Your Place UpNorth! Ask about June Special Prices to celebrate our 60th anniversary!!
4060 S. Shore Drive
Rhinelander, WI 54501
Email: hacres@newnorth.net
Website: http://www.holidayacres.com
Phone: 800/261-1500
Fax: 715/369-3665

Popp’s Resort, Lakeshore Homes & Cottages; Crivitz

Popp's Resort, Crivitz

Popp’s Resort is located northwest of Crivitz in Northeastern Wisconsin, on High Falls Flowage. High Falls is known for Bass, Northern, Walleye, Musky and Panfish in a Canadian setting. Popp’s offers Lakeview Cottages, Lakeshore Cottages, Deluxe Lakeshore Homes, Motel Suites, bait shop, pontoon/boat rentals, restaurant and bar.
W11581 County Road X
Crivitz, WI 54114
Email: poppsresort@poppsresort.com
Website: http://www.poppsresort.com
Phone: 715/757-3511

Sundara Inn & Spa, Wisconsin Dells

Sundara Inn & Spa, Wisconsin Dells

Suite Summer Specials: Perhaps you’re one of our loyal summer visitors. Or maybe you’re someone who is eager to, at last, get a Sundara summer getaway on the calendar. Either way, let’s get you here with these alluring rates for June and July. Suites starting at $149 in June and starting at $189 in July. Available Sunday through Thursday only.  Based on availability.
920 Canyon Road
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
Email: info@sundaraspa.com
Website: http://www.sundaraspa.com
Phone: 888/735-8181
Fax: 608/253-9566

Parkwood Lodge, Door County

Parkwood Lodge, Door County

Parkwood Lodge – Door County featuring affordable lodge rooms, kitchenettes and suites with wood burning fireplaces. The resort has an indoor pool and whirlpool, game room, tennis courts, playground, grills and picnic tables. Great location between Fish Creek and Ephraim near Peninsula State Park at 3775 State Hwy. 42. Close to shopping, restaurants and the Skyway Drive-In movie theater.
3775 State Hwy. 42
Fish Creek, WI 54212
Email: stay@parkwoodlodge.com
Website: http://www.parkwoodlodge.com
Phone: 800/433-7592
Fax: 920/868-2381

Waterbury Inn, Door County

Waterbury Inn, Door County

Looking to get away this season? Come stay at the Waterbury Inn. The Inn is a family friendly resort with many wonderful amenities. We have some great getaway packages that you can take advantage of. Just visit our Web site at www.waterburyinn.com or call 1-800-720-1624 to book your next escape.
10321 Water Street
Ephraim, WI 54211
Email: waterbury@waterburyinn.com
Website: http://www.waterburyinn.com
Phone: 800/720-1624
Fax: 920/854-9891

Red Pines Resort & Suites, Phillips

Red Pines Resort & Suites, Phillips

6 unit, 2 story condo on Elk Lake, on snowmobile trail. 2-3 & 4 bedrooms with 1.5 baths-living/dining room & full kitchen. 2 units w/ whirlpools.
850 Elk Lake Drive
Phillips, WI 54555
Email: redpines@pctcnet.net
Website: http://www.redpines.com
Phone: 800/651-4333

Gypsy Villa Resort, Eagle River

Gypsy Villa Resort, Eagle River

Why go to the Carribean to vacation on an island? Try Gypsy Villa Resort in Wisconsin. Probably less than a tank away! A1 clean vacation homes, beach, dock and pontoon boat. 100 acre island in Cranberry Lake, part of the longest chain of lakes in the world! Dine, golf, or shop by boat!
950 Circle Drive
Eagle River, WI 54521
Website: http://www.a1gypsyvilla.com
Phone: 800/232-9714
Fax: 715/479-8780

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Wisconsin Dells named a top family destination in the world!

June 9, 2010 in Explore Wisconsin, Things to do in Wisconsin | 1 comment

WOW – check out the great TripAdvisor lists of top travel destinations! Wisconsin Dells was named the third best family destination in the WORLD, behind EuroDisney in France and Tokyo Disney in Japan. What an honor!

From the TripAdvisor article:

Shaped by the currents and curves of the Wisconsin River, Wisconsin Dells has been a favorite family vacation destination for more than 150 years. An explosion of indoor water parks has turned the Dells from a summer hot spot to a year-round destination. Kids will enjoy the seemingly endless supply of fun and games, from go-karts to miniature golf, sideshows to thrill rides. If the weather’s right, you can take a Duck tour of land and water, and top it all off with a heaping helping of the local fudge.

Wisconsin Dells really does have everything, from elegant B&Bs and family-owned motels to familiar chain hotels and mega-waterpark properties. Already thinking of checking out the Dells this summer? There are plenty of tools at wisconsinlodging.org to help you plan your trip. Search by type of property (hotel, motel, B&B, etc.), search for places to bring your pet or facilities with waterparks, even book your room, all at the same Web site. Take your pick from nearly 150 Wisconsin Dells/Lake Delton area properties!

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Around the Web

June 4, 2010 in Explore Wisconsin, WH&LA Members | No comments

We regularly blog about great places to stay in Wisconsin, but don’t just take our word for it! See what others around the web are saying about our members…

Midwest Living lists their pick of 17 Fabulous One-Stop Weekend Escapes here. Four of the 17 are here in Wisconsin – the most from any of the ten states on the list!

Canoe Bay, Chetek:
Hmmmmmm……. Adults only? Secluded in Wisconsin’s North Woods? “Fresh flowers, baked goods and steaming coffee discreetly delivered each morning“? Canoe Bay/ Relais & Chateaux definitely earns the title of Fabulous!

Delafield Hotel, Delafield:
Located in charming Delafield, less than a half hour west of Milwaukee and only 50 minutes east of Madison, The Delafield Hotel‘s “luxury lodging provides a great base for a weekend getaway”.

Old Rittenhouse Inn, Bayfield:
When your travels take you to Wisconsin’s far north, be sure to check out the “luxurious rooms and suites with up-to-date amenities (minus TVs)” at the Old Rittenhouse Inn.

Sundara Inn & Spa, Wisconsin Dells:
The Midwest Living feature starts with these words: “The real world can’t get past the front gate of Sundara Inn and Spa.” Almost sounds like a challenge until you arrive on the Sundara property and discover the peace in their pine forest…

Also making headlines as a “Mountain Hideaway Right in the Midwest”, is the Percheron Paradise Romantic Hideaway near La Crosse. Describing their chalet  as “immaculately clean and beautifully decorated with a nearly complete wrap around deck and extras such as sparkling apple juice, wine glasses and a candle that were ours to keep“, the author also shares ideas on things to do in the area – if you can be tempted to leave the 200+ acres of quiet seclusion!  Click on over and read the full article here.

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Wisconsin properties receive national attention

May 21, 2010 in Explore Wisconsin, WH&LA in the Media, WH&LA Members, Wisconsin Inns, Wisconsin Resorts, Wisconsin Travel | No comments

Congratulations to the White Gull Inn in Door County for being named America’s Best Breakfast by Good Morning America!

The Inn and its Cherry-Stuffed French Toast was featured on GMA Saturday, May 15, along with two other finalists, and viewers had 12 hours to vote for their favorite on the program’s Web site.Want to try the award-winning recipe at home? Check it out here.

In Presque Isle, WI, the Alpine Resort is garnering some excitement of their own. National Geographic magazine featured the resort in its May/June issue as one of 10 American family resorts made for reconnecting. Of the resort, the article says:

Set in far northern Wisconsin on a pristine lake amid towering white pines, this down-home resort, with its collection of circa 1920s log cabins complete with knotty pine interiors, is a real throwback. These days, owners Kim and Tim Bowler and their ten-year-old daughter, Cameil, host angling lessons off the dock and stargazing around the campfire (look for the northern lights). It can be quiet in the North Woods. “The only sounds you hear in the morning are the loons,” notes Kim. For some, that’s exactly the type of alarm clock they want.

Read the entire article here.

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Featured Properties for May

May 19, 2010 in Explore Wisconsin, WH&LA Members, Wisconsin Hotels, Wisconsin Inns, Wisconsin Motels, Wisconsin Resorts, Wisconsin Travel | 2 comments

Each month on the Stay in Wisconsin Blog, we’ll feature a group of properties and showcase their amenities (and sometimes even a great deal!) We’ve got five picks for May – check them out here or at wisconsinlodging.org.

The Beacons of Minocqua

The Beacons of Minocqua (Minocqua, WI): Picture a strand of shimmering sapphires sealed by deep pine forests. Now imagine at the center of this masterpiece of nature a resort offering all the amenities and services modern travelers have come to expect. This is “The Beacons,” a four-season condominium resort on the shores of Lake Minocqua. Stay one night get the second 1/2 off!
8250 Northern Road, Minocqua  |  800/236-3225  |  http://www.thebeacons.com

The Shallows Resort

The Shallows Resort (Door County, WI): A family run waterfront resort, offering a variety of accomodations including exclusive homes, cottages, townhouses, suites and motel. Visit the Web site for rates and to make reservations.
7353 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor  |  800/257-1560  |  http://www.shallows.com

AppleCreek Resort - Motel & Suites

AppleCreek Resort – Motel & Suites (Door County, WI): Door County lodging! Indoor pool and whirlpool, suites with whirlpool and fireplace, hotel-motel rooms. Across from Door County shops, Peninsula School of Arts, Door Community Auditorium. By dining, gorgeous Peninsula State Park, biking, hiking, golfing, lighthouse, vistas, sunsets, Door County winery, x-skiing, sleigh rides. Off-season weekday specials $69-$139.
Hwy. 42 & County Road F, Fish Creek  |  800/569-0059  |  http://www.applecreekresort.com

Lodges of the Lakes

Lodges of the Lakes (Rome, WI): Enjoy the comforts of a fully furnished home, located on the Lakes golf course and one block from Lake Arrowhead. Each two-, three- or four-bedroom unit is fully furnished with full kitchens, patios, cable TV in each room and high speed wireless. Golf packages are our specialty.
387 Cog Hill Court, Rome  |  866/456-3437  |  http://www.lodgesofthelakes.com

Newport Resort

Newport Resort (Door County, WI): Newport Resort features one- and two-bedroom suites with full kitchens, double whirlpool tubs and fireplaces. Amenities include indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, fitness center, game room and indoor playground. Free continental breakfast daily. Meeting rooms available. Free wireless Internet. The resort is walking distance to popular restaurants, shops and activities.
7888 Church Street, Egg Harbor  |  800/468-6160  |  http://www.newportresort.com

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Giveaway extravaganza winners and a Door County Inn that needs your votes tomorrow!

May 14, 2010 in Explore Wisconsin, Uncategorized, WH&LA Members, Wisconsin Bed & Breakfasts, Wisconsin Hotels, Wisconsin Inns, Wisconsin Motels, Wisconsin Resorts, Wisconsin Travel, WisconsINN Getaways | No comments

Wow! What a day for comments!! We’re so excited about all the great suggestions and ways we can make the Stay in Wisconsin blog better for you!

Before we get to today’s giveaway extravaganza winners, we want to share that a Door County inn, the White Gull Inn, will be featured on Good Morning America tomorrow, May 15 at 7 am CDT as a finalist in America’s Best Breakfast Challenge! After the segment airs, a voting portal will be opened at http://abcnews.go.com/gma that says, “VOTE FOR THE BEST BREAKFAST”. Viewers can then help to choose the best breakfast, which will be featured live on the program Sunday morning. The link to vote will be available until about 7 pm CDT on May 15. Only 12 hours to vote! The White Gull Inn would certainly appreciate your help in showing your Wisconsin pride! View the full details here!

Now for today’s winners!
1. an overnight at the Holiday Acres Resort on Lake Thompson in Rhinelander: Judy
|2. a night at the Jefferson Street Inn in Wausau: Liz K.
3. a stay at Ross’ Teal Lake Lodge in Hayward: Jan
4. a free night at America’s Best Value Inn in Fort Atkinson: Al C.
5. an overnight at The Delafield Hotel in Delafield: Lynn
6. a stay at the Lakewoods Resort in Cable: Shane
7. a free night at the Voyager Inn in Door County: Sara
8. $250 Best Western gift card to use while you explore Wisconsin: Joe A.

Congrats to the winners – check your e-mail for an e-mail from communication@wisconsinlodging.org!

We’ve got some great things in the works for next week, so be sure to check back for chances to vote on a special cover contest and more giveaways!

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Friday Giveaway Extravaganza!

May 14, 2010 in Explore Wisconsin, WH&LA Members, Wisconsin Hotels, Wisconsin Inns, Wisconsin Motels, Wisconsin Resorts, Wisconsin Travel, WisconsINN Getaways | 129 comments

We’ve saved the best day for last! There are eight fabulous getaways up for grabs on the last day of our Stay Longer Weekend/National Tourism Week promotions PLUS a bunch of giveaways happening all day @TravelinginWI on Twitter.

Here are the details!

We want to know how we can make the Stay in Wisconsin blog better! What would you like to read about? What would you write about if you could? What will keep you reading?

Eight winners will be randomly picked to win one of today’s great blog prizes:

1. an overnight at the Holiday Acres Resort on Lake Thompson in Rhinelander
|2. a night at the Jefferson Street Inn in Wausau
3. a stay at Ross’ Teal Lake Lodge in Hayward
4. a free night at America’s Best Value Inn in Fort Atkinson
5. an overnight at The Delafield Hotel in Delafield
6. a stay at the Lakewoods Resort in Cable
7. a free night at the Voyager Inn in Door County
8. $250 Best Western gift card to use while you explore Wisconsin

Blog contests will end at 4:30 pm CDT and comments must be posted to this article to be eligible to win!

Twitter contests include stays at Staybridge Suites Middleton, AmericInn Sturgeon Bay, Westwood Shores Waterfront Resort, Spur of the Moment Ranch, and Percheron Paradise! Twitter prizes are being given away throughout the day. Follow @TravelinginWI for more details on how to enter!

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Thursday Giveaway Winners!

May 13, 2010 in Explore Wisconsin, WH&LA Members, Wisconsin Travel | No comments

Congratulations to three more Stay Longer weekend and National Tourism Week giveaway winners!

A free night of lodging in Wisconsin Dells at Spring Brook Vacation Rentals goes to Anita, Kim is the winner of an overnight at Percheron Paradise Romantic Hideaway in La Crosse, and Alana snagged the stay at the Landing Resort in Door County!

Don’t forget: we’ve got five great giveaways lined up for Friday that you won’t want to miss!

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Giveaway winners and Thursday contests!

May 13, 2010 in Explore Wisconsin, WH&LA Members, Wisconsin Hotels, Wisconsin Inns, Wisconsin Resorts, Wisconsin Travel, WisconsINN Getaways | 36 comments

Congratulations to Jane and Chris, winners of a free night of lodging at The Ashbrooke in Door County and the Ramada Plaza Hotel & Waterpark in Green Bay!

We’ve got three giveaways for today, plus a huge last day of FIVE amazing getaways for Friday, including a $250 Best Western gift card!

Here’s today’s challenge: what was the best Wisconsin meal you ever had? Was it breakfast at a quaint B&B? Steak dinner in the city? Did you make it yourself? What made the meal so memorable?

Three winners will be picked at random to win one of three overnights: Spring Brook Vacation Rentals in Wisconsin Dells, a couples-only retreatat Percheron Paradise Romantic Hideaway in La Crosse or a stay at the Landing Resort in Door County.

This contest will close TODAY at 4:30 pm CDT, so comment early and tell your friends!

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