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From boating, hiking, and water sports to the theater and outdoor dining, here are 50 quick ideas for recharging your batteries and crafting the perfect summer getaway.
After the last few months, we know everyone is eager to stretch their legs and set their sights on some new views, and we’re excited to kick off summer with travelers in the coming weeks. But keep in mind that some things may have changed a bit since your last visit.
If you’re looking for some low-contact vacation activities and trip ideas that allow you stay physically distant from other travel parties but still offer you the full Door County experience, we’ve got you covered!
Save these 10 activities for one in-depth sitting or choose one to explore when you find yourself wanting to return to this place of beauty, adventure, and wonder—if only for a few minutes.
Food and drink are undeniably huge parts of our lives. They’re also some of the most accessible avenues for understanding a region and its historical and cultural influences.
Door County's unique location and topography make it an ideal region for exploring by foot. From quick walks along the lake to rustic backcountry treks, Door County’s state-designated wild areas offer a wide variety of hikes to choose from.
If you’re looking to avoid “fast travel” and truly get to know this wonderful, nuanced place on a deep level, try embracing these seven slow-travel tactics on your next trip to Door County.
If you’re headed to Door County this winter or thinking about it for next year, planning your trip around one of our winter festivals is a great way to maximize your time here.
Winter sports are a great way to stay active during the colder months, but many of them have a high barrier to entry. However, snowshoeing has a nice low barrier to entry. It’s an easier, more approachable activity with plenty of resources for learning basic techniques.
Exploring Door County in the winter months may require some extra research, preparation, and even ingenuity, but the benefits and rewards of vacationing in this winter wonderland are innumerable.
There’s simply no better way to celebrate a holiday than waking up to a tray of fresh-baked bakery items or to slice into a pie after dinner that was handmade by a local baker. Here are some places to get your fresh-baked goods all holiday season and beyond.
While some of us excel at hosting and thoroughly enjoy the tasks and planning involved, others would relish the opportunity to gather your holiday group outside of your own home. Luckily, there are some excellent options for doing this in Door County, no matter how small or large your gathering.
Sometimes the most memorable moments of the year occur as a result of trying something new or unexpected! Here are six opportunities to color outside of the lines this holiday season and stir up some quirky fun.
One of the common questions the locals get as the fall season comes to a close is: what do you do in winter? While the population in the county does shrink, those who do stay all year can attest there is still plenty to enjoy.
The secret to enjoying the slower season lies in adapting a slower pace, having a willingness to explore and, of course, the ability to embrace a fresh perspective of the peninsula and Washington Island.