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10 Best Spots to See in Strasbourg in One Day (2026)

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9 Ways to Spend a Weekend in Green Bay with Kids (2026)

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Top 11 Unique Things to do in Cobh, Ireland

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11 Memorable Things to Do in Cork with Kids

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Over 50 Memorable Things to Do in Milwaukee in Winter with Kids

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Costa Rica with Kids: 40 Tips for Planning the Perfect Trip in 2026

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20+ Fun Things to Do on Your Family Vacation to Rome in 2026

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Unbeatable Myrtle Beach Itinerary for Families (2026)

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Astonishing 4 Day Puerto Rico Itinerary

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10 Perfect Activities for Florida Family Fun (2026)

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An Epic Road Trip from Lisbon to Porto (2026)

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What's on your travel bucket list for this summer? What's on your travel bucket list for this summer?We just finalized our big summer trip. We're heading to Idaho so my husband can check off his 49th state. While we are there I'm planning my first visits to Yellowstone and Grand Teton. (Send your tips!)Other than that we are sticking around Wisconsin, with 4 WI/IL camping trips booked.Need Inspiration? Check out: https://postcardnarrative.com/summer-bucket-listOr, reach out to schedule a consultation. I'm a zero cost travel advisor. My focus is on:
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90 minutes from Chicago, Lake Geneva has been a cl 90 minutes from Chicago, Lake Geneva has been a classic Midwest escape for decades for its scenic lake views, historic mansions, cozy coffee shops, and charming downtown strolls.1️⃣ 🚤 Take the Famous US Mailboat Tour
Mail jumping is a tradition dating back to 1916! The 2.5-hour tour mixes history, humor, and incredible views of estates once owned by families like Wrigley, Nabisco, and Sears. Book ahead.2️⃣ 👨‍🍳 Take a Class at Lake Geneva School of Cooking
Skip the restaurant reservation and learn to cook something amazing instead.3️⃣ ❄️ Visit During Winterfest as well!
Lake Geneva hosts the U.S. National Snow Sculpting Championship every winter.4️⃣ 🍺 Grab a Beer at Topsy Turvy Brewery
A craft brewery inside a repurposed church with rotating beers, trivia nights, and live music.5️⃣ 🌅 Watch Sunset at Community Park (Delavan Lake)
Just a short drive away, this park has one of the best sunset views in the area.6️⃣ 🫖 High Tea at Baker House
Step inside one of Lake Geneva’s most beautiful historic mansions.7️⃣ 🍸 Maxwell Mansion Speakeasy & Apothecary Bar
Craft cocktails upstairs — and a hidden Prohibition-style speakeasy downstairs. Call ahead for the password to enter.8️⃣ 🚶 Walk the Lake Geneva Shore Path
This 21-mile public walking path wraps around the entire lake with incredible views of historic estates. Start near the public library and wander as far as you’d like.9️⃣ 🛍 Shop Downtown Main Street
Cute boutiques, maker markets, and fun stops like:
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• Boxed & Burlap1️⃣1️⃣ 🏖 Relax at Lake Geneva Beach
Crystal clear water and a sandy shoreline perfect for a summer afternoon. Lifeguards are on duty and facilities are nearby in Library Park.📍 Save this list for your next weekend trip!👉 For the full guide + more details, read the blog post at www.postcardnarrative.com.~~~~
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Slick City is perfect for big kids, teens, and you Slick City is perfect for big kids, teens, and your inner child.Check out their special events to save money off their standard ticking pricing!1️⃣ Kids 7 and under can play for just $14.99 on select Sunday mornings2️⃣ BOGO Tuesdays3️⃣ On select weeks they host homeschool Fridays. Perfect for homeschool families or if you happen to have a day off school. Play for $14.99 from 11 AM to 1 PM.4️⃣ Follow @slickcitywauwatosawi on social media for gift card promotions. In the past they sold $100 gift cards for $75.5️⃣ Check out family fun nights for a food and play package.6️⃣ Pack and reuse your Slick City socks from a previous visit.Note: Spectators do not need to pay.  Children 3 and under are discounted.💬Have you been?Slick City Action Park has over 100 locations across 33 states!For more local fun in and around Waukesha County, follow @lakecountryfamilyfun~~~~
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Cobh, Ireland is one of the most underrated places Cobh, Ireland is one of the most underrated places in Ireland - here’s why 👇Use Cobh as your home base to explore County Cork—more charm, less crowds.Things to do in Cobh:🎨 Wander the colorful streets + photograph the iconic “Deck of Cards” houses⛪ Visit St. Colman’s Cathedral🚢 Step back in time at the Titanic Experience Cobh—the Titanic’s last port of call🏝 Take a ferry to Spike Island (aka “Ireland’s Alcatraz”)🍻 Grab a pint + listen to trad music at The Roaring Donkey (possibly my favorite trad experience in all of Ireland)🪨 Hunt for sea glass along the rocky shoreline (our kids LOVED this, there are so many colorful finds)🦒 Visit Fota Wildlife Park for an easy, family-friendly adventureThings to do in Cork:
🏰 Blarney Castle & Gardens – Climb the tower and kiss the famous Blarney Stone🛍️ English Market – A historic food market full of Irish specialties🚶 Walk the Shandon Mile – A fun self-guided walking route through the city🍬 Linehan Sweets – Watch traditional candy being made⛓️ Cork City Gaol – Explore a castle-like historic prison museumGetting to Cobh:🚗 3 hrs from Dublin (Stop at the Rock of Cashel to see St. Patrick’s Cross!).🚗 25 min from Cork🚗 90 min from KillarneyIf you’re planning Ireland… don’t skip this one 🤍  Happy St. Patrick’s Day 🍀✨ Find all our Ireland itineraries (plus tips for visiting with kids) at www.postcardnarrative.com.~~~~
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