Wisconsin

Exploring Lesbian Madison, Wisconsin – Once upon a Journey

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Exploring Lesbian Madison, Wisconsin - Once upon a Journey

What to Do and See in Lesbian Madison, Wisconsin

Wisconsin’s capital city, Madison—a.k.a. Mad City, Madtown, People’s Republic of Madison, Athens of the Midwest, Berkeley of the Midwest, Lake City, or the City of Four Lakes—is a very queer and lesbian-friendly destination.

It’s known for being a university town, and it’s true; young people flock to lesbian Madison, and the city has over 50% of people under 30. This makes the city very exciting and ever-changing (and did I mention GAY already?!).

Some more Mad fun facts:

  • UW-Madison was the first college in the country to offer a dairy major.
  • Only two US cities are built on an isthmus; this is one of them, nestled between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona.
  • Its famous farmers market on Capitol Square is the largest producer-only market in the U.S.
  • The (plastic) pink flamingo has been the official bird since 2009.
  • There’s always a park within a 10-minute walk, wherever you are in Madison.
  • Madison is renowned for being progressive, inclusive, open-minded, and remarkably queer-friendly!

No matter if you are a Madison local, it’s your first time visiting Mad Town, or it’s your tenth time in this fantastic city: this queer and lesbian Madison guide is for you!

By Maartje – Full Story at Once Upon a Journey

Lesbian Madison Travel Resources

Cliff Dwellers Resort – Sturgeon Bay Gay Friendly Resort

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Cliff Dwellers Resort - Sturgeon Bay Gay Friendly Resort

STURGEON BAY GAY FRIENDLY RESORT IN DOOR COUNTY, ON THE WATERFRONT

Welcome to Cliff Dwellers Resort in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, one of Door county’s original waterfront resorts. Originally opened in 1957, Cliff Dwellers Resort is a Sturgeon Bay gay friendly resort, snuggled between the peaceful, moss and cedar-covered cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment and the deep blue waters of the lake. 

Our Sturgeon Bay getaway is the ideal place for rest and relaxation, romance or outdoor recreation. You can watch the sailboats glide by on the water from your private waterfront cottage patio or townhouse balcony.

The romantic, intimate surroundings are a great place to sneak away from your busy life and reconnect with yourself, your friends, your family or the natural beauty of this place.

Just a few hundred yards north, you’ll find a trail entrance to Potawatomi State Park, where you can hike, bike, and rejuvenate your spirits.

See the Cliff Dwellers Resort Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

Sturgeon Bay Gay Friendly Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals

Pinehurst Inn Bed & Breakfast – Wisconsin North Woods Gay Friendly B&B

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Pinehurst Inn Bed & Breakfast - North Woods Gay Friendly B&B

North Woods Gay Friendly B&B Near Wisconsin’s Beautiful Lake Superior

Welcome to the Pinehurst Inn Bed & Breakfast, a North Woods gay friendly B&B offering a great lodging experience in Bayfield, Wisconsin, close to Lake Superior.

Our North Woods bed and breakfast is consistently high-rated by our guests, and is one of the top ranked Bayfield B&Bs on TripAdvisor.

Sitting on three-and-a-half wooded acres, the Pinehurst Inn offers a quiet, peaceful environment from which to enjoy all that Lake Superior and the Bayfield area have to offer. Come take in the majestic Lake and Apostle Islands and enjoy the area’s magnificent natural beauty by land or lake. We’re open all four seasons – come experience winter, spring, summer or fall in the North Woods.

See the Pinehurst Inn Bed & Breakfast Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

Wisconsin Gay Friendly Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals

Visiting Door County for Gay Families – 2TravelDads

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Visiting Door County for Gay Families - 2TravelDads

Things to Do in Door County for Gay Families

So what exactly is there to do in Door County for gay families? So much! We’ve broken down our top picks for activities by theme / style. We’ve got foodie ideas, the arts, getting on the water and exploring nature. Even though it can be a chilly place to be in the winter, the rest of the year Door County is awesome, albeit a little wild for weather in spring and fall.

My heart breaks for those who cannot eat cheese, especially if they’re in Wisconsin. Eating cheese is one of the best things to do in Door County. Whether you’re ordering fried cheese curds in a restaurant or bar, or you’re doing a guided cheese tasting (yes, like a wine tasting) you’re going to love it. PS: it’s also okay just to buy a block of Wisconsin cheese and sit alone in your car eating it… I may have done that on more than one occasion.

We’ll start with Renard’s Artisan Cheese because it is my favorite cheese shop of all that I’ve been to in Door County. Located in Sturgeon Bay, Renard’s Artisan Cheese has everything you could want, from cheese curds of all sorts to cheese spreads. What I really love about it here though is the guided cheese tasting. Knowledgeable staff explain the different cheeses and are quite generous with the samples.

By Chris and Rob – Full Story at the 2TravelDads

Sturgeon Bay Gay Travel Resources

Visiting Lake Geneva for Gay Families – 2TravelDads

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Visiting Lake Geneva for Gay Families - 2TravelDads

Visiting Lake Geneva for Gay Families

Lake Geneva, Wisconsin is a popular destination for people who grew up or live in the Midwest, but if you’re not from the area, it may be totally unfamiliar. We really enjoyed our visit and found some of the best things to do with kids at Lake Geneva and Wisconsin farm country. Near Madison, WI and Milwaukee, it’s a great destination for getting away from city life, and is the perfect stop on a Wisconsin road trip. It’s even an easy weekend getaway from Chicago.

Being a historic summer town, a lot of the fun things to do in Lake Geneva are available primarily from May to October. As fall sets in, the lake goes quiet and those who visit shift into ski-season mode. For summer visitors though, it’s a Midwest paradise that’s perfect for families. June is the best time to visit, before it’s too hot. You can pair a trip to Lake Geneva with visiting Madison, WI for Pride. Perfect plan!

Here are some great activities to show you the best of southern Wisconsin while visiting Lake Geneva for gay families. If you have anything to add or have any questions, please leave a comment or send us a note. We’re happy to share more.

By Chris and Rob – Full Story at the 2TravelDads

Wisconsin Gay Travel Resources

Chanticleer Guesthouse – Gay Sturgeon Bay B&B

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Chanticleer Guesthouse - Sturgeon Bay Gay B&B / Gay Sturgeon Bay B&B

Gay Sturgeon Bay B&B On 70 Private Acres

Welcome to the Chanticleer Guest House, a gay Sturgeon Bay &B and one of Door County’s most unique bed and breakfasts half a mile north of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.

The property includes a gorgeous farm house and barn, constructed in 1915, on thirty private acres. The guest house and guest barn have been carefully renovated to capture the beauty of each structure, while adding the modern conveniences you expect in a fine country bed and breakfast.

If a secluded cabin is more your style, The Chanticleer Cabins were built just for you! Our four luxury cabins sit on forty private, wooded acres a few minutes walk from the guest house. Each cabin overlooks a private, half-acre pond, a magnet for deer, turkey and other local wildlife.

The owners and staff of The Chanticleer Guest House and Cabins have been welcoming guests since 1993. We take pride in providing clean, comfortable accommodations in this quiet, private, romantic setting.

See the Chanticleer Guest House Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

Sturgeon Bay Gay Friendly Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals

Chanticleer Guesthouse – Sturgeon Bay Gay B&B

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Chanticleer Guesthouse - Sturgeon Bay Gay B&B

STURGEON BAY GAY B&B ON 70 PRIVATE ACRES

Welcome to the Chanticleer Guest House, a Sturgeon Bay gay B&B and one of Door County’s most unique bed and breakfasts half a mile north of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.

The property includes a gorgeous farm house and barn, constructed in 1915, on thirty private acres. The guest house and guest barn have been carefully renovated to capture the beauty of each structure, while adding the modern conveniences you expect in a fine country bed and breakfast.

If a secluded cabin is more your style, The Chanticleer Cabins were built just for you! Our four luxury cabins sit on forty private, wooded acres a few minutes walk from the guest house. Each cabin overlooks a private, half-acre pond, a magnet for deer, turkey and other local wildlife.

The owners and staff of The Chanticleer Guest House and Cabins have been welcoming guests since 1993. We take pride in providing clean, comfortable accommodations in this quiet, private, romantic setting.

See the Chanticleer Guest House Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

Sturgeon Bay Gay Friendly Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals

Cliff Dwellers Resort – Gay Friendly Resort in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

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Cliff Dwellers Resort - Gay Friendly Resort in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

STURGEON BAY WATERFRONT RESORT

Welcome to Cliff Dwellers Resort in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, one of Door county’s original waterfront resorts. Originally opened in 1957, Cliff Dwellers Resort is snuggled between the peaceful, moss and cedar-covered cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment and the deep blue waters of Sturgeon Bay. 

Our Sturgeon Bay resort is the ideal place for rest and relaxation, romance or outdoor recreation. You can watch the sailboats glide by on the bay from your private waterfront cottage patio or townhouse balcony.

The romantic, intimate surroundings are a great place to sneak away from your busy life and reconnect with yourself, your friends, your family or the natural beauty of this place.

Just a few hundred yards north, you’ll find a trail entrance to Potawatomi State Park, where you can hike, bike, and rejuvenate your spirits.

Our guests can also enjoy the outdoor pool and sundecks, right on the bay. We also offer an indoor sauna and whirlpool, rowboats for guest use, bikes, gas or charcoal barbecues, and in-room wifi access.

See the Cliff Dwellers Resort Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

Wisconsin Gay Friendly Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals

Pinehurst Inn Bed & Breakfast – Gay Friendly B&B in Bayfield, Wisconsin

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Pinehurst Inn Bed & Breakfast - Gay Friendly Bed & Breakfast in Bayfield, Wisconsin

NORTHWOODS CHARM, NAWLINS HOSPITALITY

Welcome to the Pinehurst Inn Bed & Breakfast, offering a great lodging experience in Bayfield, Wisconsin, close to Lake Superior.

Our North Woods bed and breakfast is consistently high-rated by our guests, and is one of the top ranked Bayfield B&Bs on TripAdvisor.

Sitting on three-and-a-half wooded acres, the Pinehurst Inn offers a quiet, peaceful environment from which to enjoy all that the North Woods of Wisconsin and the Bayfield have to offer. Come take in the majestic Lake and Apostle Islands and enjoy the area’s magnificent natural beauty by land or lake.

We’re open all four seasons – come experience winter, spring, summer or fall in the North Woods.

In summer and fall, take a boat tour or ferry ride, or kayak the Apostle Islands’ sea caves – there are so many things to do on Lake Superior.

Winter is time for snow shoeing, cross-country skiing, local downhill skiing and tubing, and many other snow sports. And if it gets cold enough you can experience the awe-inspiring ice caves and the ice road to Madeline Island.

See the Pinehurst Inn Bed & Breakfast Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

Wisconsin Gay Friendly Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals

Chanticleer Guest House – Gay Owned Lodging in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

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Chanticleer Guest House - Gay Owned Lodging in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

Comprised of a gorgeous farm house and barn, both originally built in 1915, The Chanticleer Guest House is truly one of Door County’s most unique bed and breakfasts. We are located on thirty private acres, just 1/2 mile north of Sturgeon Bay.

The guest house and guest barn have been carefully renovated to capture the beauty of each structure, while providing the modern conveniences you should expect in a fine country bed and breakfast.If a secluded cabin is more your idea of a romantic retreat, The Chanticleer Cabins were built just for you! 

Our four luxury cabins are located on forty private, wooded acres a few minutes walk from the guest house. Each cabin overlooks a private, 1/2 acre pond, which is a magnet for deer, turkey and other wildlife.

See the Chanticleer Guest House Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

Sturgeon Bay Gay Friendly Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals