Every year it seems as though August sneaks up on us, propelling us into what I like to call the End-of-Summer Scramble. The resulting conversation looks a lot like this: What restaurants have we been wanting to visit? Have we sailed the Chicago River recently? When can we catch the next Cubs game? Even as someone who starts anticipating the arrival of fall in July, I like to squeeze in as many last-minute summer soirees as possible.
In addition to ballpark visits and water taxi rides, near the top of every Hudson Summer Bucket List is a long weekend away before the start of the new school semester. This year we checked that box by making the 4-hour drive north to Door County, WI.
After a busy summer full of some pretty significant transitions, we needed a place where we could both relax and play. And thankfully, Door County delivered just that. The weekend was full of waterfront strolls, coffee shop sitting, and lots of adventuring and exploring. This little Wisconsin Peninsula offered the best of both worlds, and we returned well-rested and ready for the new season ahead.
| We started the trip by relaxing at the water’s edge |
| The combination of sidewalk marigolds and chilly evening air got me in the mood for fall! |
| Tapas at Parador |
Saturday started with a Ferry Ride to Washington Island | First stop on this rainy morning was The Red Cup for coffee!
Schoolhouse Beach | Where stones take the place of sand…
Washington Island Stavkirke | This medieval replica was built to honor the Scandinavian heritage of the island
| Fragrant Isle Lavender Farm |
Sunday morning at The Cookery | By far our favorite restaurant in all of Door County!
| Cherry-picking at Zettel Farms |
The cutest little ice cream shop | Almost always a line out the door!
This is just a small snapshot of our time away, but it captures some of our favorite moments. Thanks to Door County for a restful weekend before we get into the back-to-school swing!
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