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Wisconsin Dells
What Las Vegas is to adults, I would say the Wisconsin Dells is to families. Located in the beautiful area of the Wisconsin River with it's canyons and gorges, it showcases the natural beauty of the surrounding area. Best known as the "Waterpark Capital of the World" it doesn't disappoint as it is home to over twenty waterparks, one of which has the tallest waterslide in the world. Some parks are indoors and some outdoors so visitors can come year around. The busy season is f

Patti
Oct 3, 2025


The Great Martini Hunt- in Okoboji?
When I first started this blog, I mentioned that I was on the hunt for a great martini! Recently, I traveled to Lake Okoboji, Iowa, and I...

Patti
Aug 12, 2025


Ruhlman's Steakhouse, Ashland NE
Are you looking for one of the best steakhouses in the area that has great ambiance and off-the-charts cuisine? Then I invite you to try...

Patti
Mar 24, 2025


Squire Ward's Public House, Seward NE
In my continuing quest to tell new stories, I find myself in a small dive bar in Seward, Nebraska. Here I met owner, Gregg Nelson, who...

Patti
Feb 12, 2025


Round the Bend, Ashland NE
Have you ever heard of a testicle festival?? Probably one of the strangest festivals I have ever heard of, but I learned all about this...

Patti
Oct 6, 2024


Deb's Place, Lincoln NE
My quest to find the perfect dirty martini takes me to Deb's Place at 5310 South 56th in Lincoln, NE. After buying the previous martini...

Patti
Jul 31, 2024


Bierhaus Maisshaler, Lincoln NE
Located on the corner of 8th and P in the historic Haymarket in Lincoln, Nebraska is Bierhaus Maisshaler. When you walk in the door you...

Patti
Jul 31, 2024
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