Category: Sara Walters

5 Places to Eat on the Water

Summer is short and sweet in the La Crosse Region. Want to take advantage of the option to dine outside? Here are five* great places to eat on the water—where there’s an abundance of river views and sunshine.

Shop Small: 5 Things You’ll Find in La Crosse County’s Downtowns

By: Sara Walters On the hunt for some sales? Maybe a unique gift or a tasty treat? The finest fashion? The communities of La Crosse County each offer their own take on a downtown shopping experience. Here’s what to shop for in the downtown streets of the Coulee Region. Dress to Impress La Crosse – Sprucing… Read more »

5 Insta-Worthy Restaurants in the La Crosse Region

Blogging on the River, Food & Drink, Foodie Favorites, Sara Walters By: Sara Walters Can’t wait to capture that perfect Instagram shot of your meal? If documenting the dining experience is your thing, check out these five* photo-ready restaurants in La Crosse County. Too Pretty to Eat The Charmant Hotel – La Crosse The food at The Charmant is… Read more »

5 Things to Know: Rotary Lights

ENTER TO WIN A TRIP! By: Sara Walters With 4 million lights and hundreds of thousands of visitors, The Rotary Lights is an impressively-large holiday display held annually in downtown La Crosse. Here are five things you should know before you go. Walk or drive Wisconsin weather is unpredictable, but don’t worry about making the… Read more »

4 Places to Spend the 4th in La Crosse County

Blogging on the River, Festivals, Food & Drink, French Island, Fun things to do in La Crosse, La Crosse Events, Sara Walters, West Salem By: Sara Walters Ready to beat the heat this Fourth of July? These four spots feature all you’ll need—food, drinks, water and plenty of fun. Lake Neshonoc Pack a lunch and put on your swimsuit! Neshonoc Swarthout Beach is a… Read more »

5 Things to Know Wisconsin Free Fun Weekend

Photo Credit: Travel Wisconsin By: Sara Walters Not many states have as many natural recreation opportunities as we do in Wisconsin. And thanks to the DNR, we all have the opportunity to enjoy them on Free Fun Weekend! Here are five things you’ll need to know to take advantage of this fee-free event, held this… Read more »

5 Things to Know: Between the Bluffs Beer Wine Cheese

A couple hands fill beer glasses out of the beer tap

By: Sara Walters Between the Bluffs: Beer, Wine & Cheese Festival – Saturday, April 28 Beer, Wine and Cheese. It’s a Wisconsinite’s dream combination. Celebrated each spring in La Crosse, this favorite event is one of the city’s most popular festivals. Here’s what you should know before you shine up your stein and head to… Read more »

5 Cures for Cabin Fever

5 Cures for Cabin Fever

By: Sara Walters 5 Cures for Cabin Fever Are you done with winter? Us too. Luckily, La Crosse County has an abundance of activities to help beat that cabin fever while we wait for the weather to warm up. Here are a few ideas to get you off the couch and back into the community…. Read more »

Places to Take Your Pup

Places to Take Your Pup

By: Sara Walters Dog-Friendly Destinations in La Crosse County Traveling with your four-legged friends doesn’t have to be difficult. There are many places to eat, drink and play with your dog in La Crosse County. Check out these five spots for pet-friendly fun. Houska Dog Park This riverfront pup park is five acres of fenced-in fun. For… Read more »

Eat Your Veggies at These 7 Best Salad Bars

By: Sara Walters A staple for lunch-goers and supper-clubbers, the salad bar is popular throughout the Coulee Region. Here are seven stops serving up the areas tastiest salad bars around. 4 Sisters Wine Bar & Tapas Restaurant A popular weekday lunch option, the salad bar at 4 Sisters pairs nicely with the view of Riverside Park. Enjoy… Read more »