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Sundara Spa: Quality Time Together Close to Home

There were only five of us on our afternoon hike amid the pines on a winding trail adjacent to a hilly golf course – me and my husband, a mother and her teenage daughter, and our knowledgeable guide. As our guide pointed out local flora and fauna, we learned the daughter was on her way
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Home for the Holidays at The Ridge Hotel in Lake Geneva

Whether you’re looking for a holiday getaway, or a post-Christmas vacation, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin is just a short drive away from the Chicagoland area. Although known as a hotspot for tourists in the summer, Lake Geneva has a few winter secrets you may not know about. One of their best kept secrets is The Ridge
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Family bonding in Lake Geneva: thrilling zip line adventure, lakeside luxury and a touch of nostalgia

My family and I recently had the opportunity to get out of our comfort zone in a 100-acre forest surrounding Lake Geneva, Wisconsin – and I mean WAY out of our comfort zone, as in racing across a 1,200-foot zip line suspended 65 feet above the ground at speeds of up to 45 miles per
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A ‘Country Club in the Woods’ in Picturesque Kohler, Wisconsin

In Kohler, Wisconsin, you can explore a trail that meanders through a lush forest and alongside the Sheboygan River – either on horseback or on foot – then enjoy a gourmet dinner in a candle-lit log cabin nestled in the woods. That’s my idea of a perfect day. If you agree, you must make the
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Memories – Old and New – at The Abbey in Lake Geneva

Colleen’s mom reminisces about special times with family at lakeside retreat  My husband and I celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary on Jan. 16, 2015. Because 50 is a very special anniversary, we decided to revisit the places that held cherished spots in our hearts. We honeymooned at The Abbey Resort in Fontana, Wisconsin. Over the years,
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