Round Trip With Colleen Kelly
Round Trip With Colleen Kelly
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Travel expert Colleen Kelly takes you on the road and overseas, to destinations near and far, with “Round Trip with Colleen Kelly.” As a radio talk show, media influencer, and digital contributor to National Geographic and Travel + Leisure, “Round Trip” offers up exploration, cuisine, and culture—not to mention the newest travel supplies and some of the best small businesses to support domestically and abroad.
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The podcast addresses diverse travel topics such as unique destinations, culinary experiences, and cultural explorations. Recent episodes highlight adventures in Southern Illinois and Prague, the Arctic expedition with Adventure Canada, and family-friendly Mediterranean sailing experiences in Corsica. Specific focus areas include travel accessibility, agritourism, and the impact of destination weddings on personal and family dynamics.
Travel expert Colleen Kelly takes you on the road and overseas, to destinations near and far, with “Round Trip with Colleen Kelly.” As national PBS TV host of Family Travel with Colleen Kelly, radio talk show host, media influencer, and digital contributor to National Geographic and Travel + Leisure, “Round Trip” offers up exploration, cuisine, and culture—not to mention the newest travel supplies and some of the best small businesses to support domestically and abroad.
Madison, Wisconsin looks like a postcard, but what surprised me most is how much you can actually do without trying too hard. I’m joined by Ellie Westman Chin, CEO of Destination Madison, to share the kind of inside guidance that turns a “maybe someday” city into a locked-in weekend plan. If you’re searching for things to do in Madison Wisconsin, a walkable Midwest getaway, or a lake vacation with great food, this conversation is your shortcut.
We dig into summer staples that locals genuinely love, including free outdoor concerts on Capitol Square, the Dane County Farmers’ Market circling the Capitol, and why Madison earns its reputation as a platinum-rated bike city. Ellie explains how the city’s unique geography on an isthmus creates constant lake access, from skyline-view paddles on Lake Mendota to easy walks that hop from Lake Monona to downtown in minutes. We also talk about the restaurant scene, from brats and cheese curds to upscale supper clubs and an impressive roster of James Beard recognized talent.
Madison is not only a warm-weather trip. We cover annual festivals like the National Mustard Festival, Pride celebrations that stretch through August, and winter travel highlights when the lakes freeze for the Frozen Assets Festival with skating, hockey, ice fishing, kite flying, and even ice sailing. Plus: museums, campus energy, Union Terrace sunsets, and a nightlife scene that includes vinyl listening bars and standout breweries.
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Chapter Markers
- 0:00 Why Madison Makes A Great Getaway
- 1:10 Music Nights On Capitol Square
- 2:25 Bike Trails And The Free Arboretum
- 3:35 Walking Madison And The Farmers Market
- 5:00 From Comfort Food To Fine Dining
- 6:40 Life On The Isthmus And Lakes
- 8:25 Capitol Stops Campus Fun And Museums
- 11:05 Summer Festivals Mustard And Pride
- 12:55 Winter On Frozen Lakes And Holidays
- 15:10 Adult Book Fair For Readers
- 16:20 Nightlife Vinyl Bars And Breweries
- 17:20 Where To Get Info And Wrap
Guest: Ellie Westman Chin – President & CEO of Destination Madison
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