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There's no better place for a winter escape than the Midwest. Explore some of our favorite

winter destinations and all they have to offer this season. Whether you're looking to

relax by a fire, cross-country ski through the woods, or enjoy a local beer

at a wintertime festival, you'll find it all here.

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SPRING~IELD

Along with world-class historic sites,

Springfield offers charming shops,

microbreweries and wineries, street

festivals , ghost walks, iconic Route 66,

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and a legendary food scene. Springfield,

Illinois, "We're More Than One Dayl"

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MICHIGAN CADILLAC Cadillac winters are f ull of snowmobiles,

downhill and cross country trail riding,

ice fishing and festivals . With three lakes,

three rivers, 500,000 acres of forest,

a quaint downtown, 200 miles of trails ,

snow and sun, what more could winter

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MARQUHTE On the shores of Lake Superior,

Marquette is a community where

nature's assets are on display through

scenic vistas and rugged snowy trails .

Marquette's historic downtown offers

unique dining experiences, award-winning

era ~ breweries and a thriving ar t scene

that embraces a culture anchored in the

love of outdoors and creative ingenuity.

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MISSOURI ST. JOSEP~ Some things you just can't learn from

a history book, like seeing majestic

historic homes dressed up for the

holidays or shopping in quaint stores.

St. Joseph is home to 13 museums,

12 festivals , a thriving arts and culture

scene and an amazing park system.

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SOUTH DAKOTA CUST!;:R STAT!;: PARK Winters in Custer State Park are

no longer our best-kept secret.

Mild weather makes it perfect for

a campfire, more active wildlife,

and 71,000 acres nearly to yourself.

Soak in the snow-capped iconic

vistas and enJOY the peace and

solitude winter provides.

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WISCONSIN VISIT LAK!;: G!;:N!;:VA Join us for the 25•h Annual Winterfest,

a celebration of art, winter and fun!

Witness larger-than-life snow sculptures

created before your eyes at the U.S.

National Snow Sculpting Championship.

Plus, enJOY dozens of family-friendly

events and activities for a magical winter

getaway. Snow Much i=un in Lake Geneva.

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ST. G!;:RMAIN Do not fear winter, embrace it.

"Memories are Made by You" in

St. Germain, so why not curl up in

a cozy cabin or indulge in outdoor

recreation? No matter what you decide

to do, you can do it in St. Germain.

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It's that uncommon spirit for life, adventure, expression, and whatever

else comes along that captures the

individuality and passion we love in this

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