I love Memorial Day weekend because to me, it signals the start of summer here in the Midwest. Unfortunately, many hotels, restaurants and attractions are closed, and events are canceled, because of COVID-19.
If you want to get out of town, here is the status of some tourist destinations in the state. I’ll keep this updated. (more…)

I’ve enjoyed my previous visits to Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in Lake Geneva, having gone to the waterpark, skied, received a massageĀ and of course, enjoyed fine dining at its chophouse. Thus, I happily accepted an invitation to return to meet the new executive chef, Nelly Buleje, and sample his creations. 
