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Our blog is a digital compass that guides you through the experiences, stories, and insights that make Milwaukee truly special. With every post, we invite you to explore the hidden gems that await your discovery, immerse yourself in the local culture, and embark on virtual journeys that spark your wanderlust. Whether you're planning your next adventure, seeking insider tips, or simply indulging in armchair exploration, let us inspire, inform, and ignite your curiosity. Start exploring now and dive into a world of endless possibilities. 

John Blust
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John Blust

John Blust is the Copywriter at Visit Milwaukee, where he serves as the organization’s storyteller in residence, crafting compelling content to position Milwaukee as a top destination for leisure travelers and meeting planners. Since joining Visit Milwaukee in 2021, John has played a key role in shaping the organization's voice across multiple channels, from blog content, ad copy and press releases to award submissions, sales bids and major event communications.

Outdoor Winter Fun in Milwaukee: Olympic Edition

As the XXV Olympic Winter Games approach, we find ourselves thinking about Bill Murray. No, not about his cult classic “Groundhog Day,” but rather an idea he hatched on Twitter about a decade ago. “Every Olympic event should include one average person just for reference.” Suddenly, Olympic…

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Deli Delights: Soups and Sandwiches in Milwaukee

Some things just go together. Peanut butter and jelly. Coffee and donuts. Cheese curds and ice-cold beer. Giannis and Milwaukee. Drawn together through magnetic forces of culinary attraction, they complement each other in such a perfect balance that they just can’t be improved upon, no matter how…

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Milwaukee’s Mocktail Trail: A Dry January Bar Crawl

Each year, millions across the country take on a new challenge in the form of New Year’s resolutions. And while many of them fall short, there’s something to be said about personal growth and lessons learned in the process. One of the most popular of these resolutions is Dry January, a month away…

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10 New Year’s Resolutions in Milwaukee

Okay, so maybe 2025 didn’t go to plan. Your list of New Year’s resolutions, crumpled into the recycling before February, and all the hopes that it was going to be your year , dashed by spring. Or maybe 2025 actually was your year, one by one, metronomically ticking off resolution after resolution…

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Milwaukee by Design: The Buildings that Define the City

Milwaukee’s story isn’t only told in words or pictures. It’s also written in stone, glass and steel. The city’s architecture traces its evolution from the brewing boom through Frank Lloyd Wright’s visionary designs and into the modern masterpieces shaping its skyline today. Pabst Mansion (1892)…

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Burgers & Happy Hours: Milwaukee’s Perfect Pair

Beer. Burgers. Happy hours. Four simple words that define Milwaukee’s after-work culture. The city built by beer knows how to wind down with delicious budget-friendly burgers, inventive drink specials and a keep-it-casual sense of fun. From neighborhood pubs to polished taverns, Milwaukee’s burger…

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15 Can’t-Miss Milwaukee Shows in January

The champagne is all gone. The countdown is over. 2026 has arrived. You’ve plunged in Lake Michigan, made your list of resolutions and there, right at the top, is “see more local shows.” Well, new year, new you, new shows in Milwaukee, with tons of can’t-miss concerts, plays and musicals all over…

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Milwaukee’s Ultimate New Year’s Eve Bucket List

Where did the year go?! You had plans. Dreams even. You thought you had so much more time to do all the things you wanted to do to make 2025 your year. Now, the clock’s ticking down. The year’s winding to a close, and the race is on to close it out in an unforgettable way. Your best bet to cash in…

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Milwaukee’s Music Scene: The City in Rhythm

Milwaukee is a city that moves to the rhythm of its own beat. The music scene here mirrors every ounce of its personality, paving the way for up-and-coming bands and national headliners alike. The many concert halls around town have character, adding a mystique to the venues. To look at them from…

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