Great Weekend Trips from Milwaukee
By: Kristine Hansen
Lake Geneva
Distance from Milwaukee: 50 miles
Why Go: Years ago this lakeside enclave was a summer-home haven for Chicago’s elite, families like the Sears and the Wrigleys, whose mansions still grace Lake Geneva. The downtown boasts adorable shops selling luxury soaps, goods imported from Ireland, and gotta-have-it kitchen gadgets. There are also a few wineries with tasting rooms, such as Studio Winery (live music on Saturday afternoons). Cruise around the lake on a guided tour from Lake Geneva Cruise Line. Accommodations range from historic bed-and-breakfasts like Maxwell House and Baker House to the comfy-and-luxe Grand Geneva Resort, with a spa, golf course, a steakhouse, firepits, a pool and plenty of on-site recreation.
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