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How to Plan a Relaxing Getaway in Madison

We can't always control what makes us overwhelmed, stressed and anxious, but we maintain a responsibility to ourselves to address the feelings when they come. Sometimes the antidote is a relaxing getaway. Traveling is a powerful form of self-care. Removing ourselves from our daily grind can reset…

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20 Things To Do This Winter in Madison

Looking for something to do this winter? Why not try 20 things? And why not do them in Madison, Wisconsin, where frozen fun meets cozy memories and there's never a dull moment. Of course, you can't do all these things in one day. Make your adventures last by booking an overnight stay in the capital…

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6 Indoor Activities in Madison You'll Love

Madison is known for its outdoor urban adventures, but it also offers just as many fun things to do indoors, which comes in handy during the chilly winter months or when you're in need of rainy day activities. Whether you’re looking for a unique date destination, a place to go with friends or…

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6 Cozy Stays For a Winter Getaway in Madison

Winter in the capital city is all about finding cozy moments in between adventures. Some of the best places to stay in Madison are off-the-beaten-path inns and bed-and-breakfasts that make you feel like you're in a movie. These heart-warming locales are worth a trip on their own, but are even better…

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Pumpkin Spice Up Your Fall in Madison

Pumpkin spice everything. Chai + apple cider. Maple lattes. These fall flavors are everywhere in Madison, Wisconsin this season. No matter what your fall vibe is, you’ll find something you love when you walk into these coffee shops. Here are four must-try fall coffee flavors. Pumpkin Spice Season…

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Not Your Average Nightlife Spots in Madison

The locals will tell you: Nightlife in Madison is where the city truly shines. Nights out in Madison offer something for every mood – energetic and adventurous, laid-back and chill, comedic and fun. You’ll find countless places to party with your closest friends and, perhaps, meet a few new ones…

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How to Enjoy Bleisure Travel in Madison

Remote and hybrid work schedules have expanded our idea of what a workplace is. Can you work your desk job from a shoreline, a shop or a shanty? Absolutely. It's your opportunity to see more of the world while maintaining the normalcy of a steady career. If your job allows you to work around the…

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Madison’s Reliably Queer Art Scenes

It’s no secret that Madison is an LGBTQIA2S+ friendly haven with queerness touching all aspects of what makes this city great. No matter what you’re experiencing, chances are there’s queer representation in some form or (literal) fashion. Want to see a punk show at Mickey’s? One of the bands…

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7 Places to Shop Sustainably in Madison

Madison is home to five lakes, more than 200 miles of bike paths and 270 public parks. Here, sustainability isn’t a trend, it’s a tradition. The capital city has been home to environmental pioneers including Aldo Leopold and Gaylord Nelson, who founded Earth Day. The tradition those pioneers and…

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Where to Share a Romantic Meal in Madison

Nothing says romance like cozying up together with a great meal. That's why going out to eat remains a date night staple. You just can't beat fantastic food in a beautiful atmosphere with even better company. Madison is host to a stellar culinary scene with dozens of James Beard Award recognitions…

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