Sloan Park, a large stadium that seats 15,000 people (including grass) feels more like Wrigley Field than the Cubs’ former Hohokam Stadium.
As with Houdini, there is more to Appleton than you may know
August 25, 2014 by
Appleton is a also a perfect stop on the way to the Packers’ Lambeau Field in Green Bay or when driving around Wisconsin to do fall color.
Put Madrid, Spain on the bucket list
March 5, 2014 by
Madrid is a perfect snap-a-sight and twitter or Facebook-it city. It’s a fun series of tapas snacks washed down-by-beer sort of city. And you don’t gain weight because Madrid is a walking city.
Don’t overlook presidential museums when traveling the US
January 13, 2014 by
Did you know that a museum has a real Air Force One and that visitors can clamor up its stairs and see its galley, offices and bunks? And did you know that a small presidential library with a walk-in vault exists in a charming, period house?
Five top things to do in Chicago for the holidays
November 7, 2013 by
As a life-long Chicagoan who has also covered holiday happenings for 30 years, I have sifted through Santa’s bag to pull out five fun treats.
Think Wisconsin Dells for fall fun
September 16, 2013 by
Spread along the scenic Wisconsin River northwest of Madison, the Dells make a terrific fall trip.
