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Known throughout the US as “the cheese state” Wisconsin produces some of the best cheese in the country thanks to the early German and Scandinavian settlers who helped establish its farming and dairy industries. Apart from grazing cattle, their fertile ground is also used for growing hops which is why the two largest beer companies, Miller and Schlitz have called Wisconsin home. Beyond the rich pastures and famous breweries, Wisconsin’s rivers, forests and glacial lakes offer lots of outdoor activities including fishing, boating, biking and camping.
While driving through the small towns of Wisconsin most visitors are pleasantly surprised by the architecture: buildings and private homes designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, a fellow Wisconsinite. In the larger city of Milwaukee, Santiago Calatrava’s Quadracci Pavilion at the Milwaukee Art Museum features a unique moving sculpture that’s so cutting-edge it should belong on the set of a Star Wars movie.
Wisconsin’s climate is one of extremes: cold winters and warm summers. In January the temperature in Milwaukee can range from minus five to ten degrees Celsius and in July it goes up to the mid-20s. Winters are much colder in the north of the state, but mild in summer. Wisconsin’s annual snowfall averages 47 inches.
There’s a reliable bus service in southern and central Wisconsin. Exploring Milwaukee is best on foot, along the walking trails of the river. To best way to get downtown and to the suburbs is by the Milwaukee County Transit System. The Trolley loops around downtown and runs on a seasonal basis. The city is also easily navigated by car.
Driving is the best way to explore the state. All major car hire companies are represented in the airport and in major cities and towns.
Biking enthusiasts should head to Door Country.