WHERE TO EAT
Wisconsin has long been associated with cheese . Head to Fromagination , where you will learn about the state ’ s dairy heritage , hear from local experts and consume some of the finest cheeses to exist . For a sit-down meal , set out for Graze . Not only is this eatery more than popular for its comfort meals , but also celebrated for its eclectic menu which has refined traditional American cuisine through the use of ingredients from local pastures . Alternatively , make your way to Banzo , a local spot famous for their shawarma platter and good vibes .
WHAT TO DO
In a place with so much natural beauty , it is worth passing by some of Madison ’ s most exceptional outdoor spaces . Head to Picnic Point , the nearly mile-long peninsula that runs along Lake Mendota and constitutes one of Madison ’ s most distinctive spots . Additionally , the Olbrich Botanical Gardens speaks to the essence of Madison ’ s countryside through 16 acres of land and a robust variety of plants .
GETTING THERE
Delta and American Airlines both offer nonstop service to Dane County Regional Airport ( MSN ) from Reagan National Airport ( DCA ).
CEDAR RAPIDS , IOWA
Significant for its arts and culture hub , as well as its growing culinary scene , Cedar Rapids , Iowa is one of the Midwest ’ s most adored and vibrant cities . Its charming stays , appetizing restaurants and noteworthy attractions make for the perfect getaway .
WHERE TO STAY
Land in the city and settle into your ideal quarters . Stay at the Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Rapids or Fairfield Inn and Suites Cedar Rapids , nested within close proximity to Eastern Iowa Airport ( CID ) and downtown ’ s main attractions . In lieu , reside in curated and posh hotel The Hotel at Kirkwood Center , recipient of the American Automobile Association ’ s Four Diamond Award for lodging 11 years in a row .
WHERE TO EAT
In addition to several of this city ’ s historic restaurants , a new crop of startups has paved the way for reinvention in the last decade . So much so , Cedar Rapids ’ local culinary scene has garnered the attention of foodies from across the nation . Head to Rodina and absorb the distinct flavors of Midwest comfort-style cooking . For incredible Italian dishes , visit Bari Italian or Biaggi ’ s Ristorante Italiano .
WHAT TO DO
Land in the District Czech Village and New Bohemia — two historic neighborhoods known for their good eats , live music , and boutique shops . Also , worth checking out is the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art , just minutes away . The museum owns a staggering amount of over 7,800 pieces which include Roman antiquity portraits and 15th-century works , as well as the world ’ s largest body of Grant Wood paintings .
GETTING THERE
American Airlines offers new nonstop service to the Eastern Iowa Airport ( CID ) from Reagan National Airport ( DCA ).
Governor ’ s Mansion Inn in Madison
Rodina in Cedar Rapids
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