Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Who needs sun and ocean waves to generate heat? Not these five writers, who offer their favorite romantic getaways in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Road trip
The Rasmussen brothers have got a good gig going in Hayward, Wis. At their Angry Minnow Brewing Co., Jason handles the beer, Will runs the kitchen and the lake-cabin crowd pours in.
From Sunday's paper
Fans of microbrew beers, some of which are unavailable in Minnesota, will find no shortage of tasty inspiration in the many small-town breweries that dot the Wisconsin countryside.
Wisconsin's Elroy-Sparta Bike Trail, with its three circa-1800s railroad tunnels, is irresistible to adult cyclists. With careful planning, families with kids can enjoy the historic trail, too.
Art
It's time for a road trip, as artists in the Lake Pepin region open their studios and shops this weekend.
Photo right: Dave Smith's sculpture

Looking to save a little green on St. Patrick’s Day? For about the cost of airfare alone to Ireland you can buy an air/hotel package from Sceptre Tours, which is offering a three-city package with airfare for $599 per person, including car rental.
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