How to Plan a Romantic Getaway to Kohler, Wisconsin

Wisconsin may not be the first place you think of when you think of romance. But in Kohler, a one-hour drive north of Milwaukee, romance awaits. In fact, you may not want to leave.

Instructions

1. Stay at the American Club. This resort has received high ratings from Travel and Leisure magazine, AAA, Conde Nast and Golfweek magazine amongst others. The hotel is a historic landmark that has plenty of year round activities that will be pleasing to both of you.

2. Schedule spa treatments. Located next to The American Club, at the Kohler Waters Spa you can schedule his and hers treatments from massages to facials. The spa even has a "Spa Two-gether" where the two of you can have massages in one room with a therapist for each person.

3. Enjoy the outdoors together. River Wildlife is a 500-acre wilderness preserve with seven miles of the Sheboygan River and 25 miles of groomed hiking and skiing trails. Hike, rent canoes, ski or horseback ride throughout the scenic area. For golfers four championship courses await at Blackwolf Run and Whistling Straits.

4. Explore the city. Do not miss the Kohler Design Center, which has rows upon rows of Kohler products ranging from plumbing fixtures to furnishings. Kohler Company also offers factory tours. Also in the Village of Kohler is the Waelderhaus, which is available for tours. The home is a replica of the Kohler family home in Austria. For shopping, The Shops at Woodlake Kohler have a variety of boutiques with varying types of merchandise.

5. Dine in style. The American Club offers tea every afternoon. In addition, Kohler has food for every appetite from fine dining at the Immigrant Restaurant, to bistro dining at Cucina overlooking the lake. For desserts and ice cream take care of your sweet tooth at The Greenhouse.

Tips & Warnings

• Make reservations for spa treatments and dining before leaving home.