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Luxury Cruise Lines for Your Next Vacation

With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury.

Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every

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whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs.

Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.

We made a list that factors in itinerary affordability, health ratings, and reputation among experts and travelers.

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Restaurants Mader’s Restaurant Old-school place offering classic German cuisine, Bavarian decor & traditionally attired waitstaff.

1041 N Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53203 Phone: (414) 271-3377 | Web: madersrestaurant.com

Zarletti Small, minimalist restaurant serving up creative Italian fare & wine by the glass or bottle.

741 N Milwaukee St, Milwaukee, WI 53202 Phone: (414) 225-0000 | Web: www.zarletti.net

Swingin’ Door Exchange This cozy haunt with old-school, saloon-like decor serves cocktails & American comfort food.

219 E Michigan St, Milwaukee, WI 53202 Phone: (414) 276-8150 | Web: swingindoorexchange.com

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AJ Bombers

Tre Rivali

Kitschy joint for burgers, beer & shelled peanuts where customers write on the wall with markers.

1247 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI

Mediterranean cuisine offered in sprawling digs with a dining room, bar, cafe & patio.

200 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI

Harbor House

Birch

Upscale spot with Lake Michigan & skyline views serving steak, seafood dishes & a lengthy wine list.

550 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI

Modern bistro & butcher shop serving Midwestern cuisine prepared on an open-fire hearth.

459 E Pleasant St, Milwaukee, WI

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar An all-day menu of Southern comfort food with a creative twist, plus craft beers & cocktails.

511 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI

Mo’s A Place for Steaks Upscale restaurant serving premium steaks, seafood & wine in sophisticated surroundings.

720 N Plankinton Ave, Milwaukee, WI

La Merenda

Original Sobelman’s on St. Paul

Colorful spot with an outdoor bar & a menu of globally inspired small plates, local beers & wine.

125 E National Ave, Milwaukee, WI

Bar & grill, housed in an original Schlitz tavern, known for Bloody Marys, burgers & sandwiches.

1900 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI

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EVENTS Jun 14 Milwaukee Dragon Boat Festival Milwaukee celebrates its diversity with a whole host of ethnic and cultural festivals aimed at showcasing a wide range of traditions and heritages. One such event is the Milwaukee Dragon Boat Festival, which spotlights Chinese traditions through dance, music, cuisine, martial arts and dragon boat racing. Teams of twenty can sign up to race in traditional, brightly colored boats and paddle to the finish line. There are also a variety of hands-on activities like mask and lantern-making workshops, and attendees can learn Chinese games and take part in a dragon parade.

Learn more at everfest.com.

Jun 19 Juneteenth Celebrations traditionally include food, speakers, live music, and, of course, one of the largest Juneteenth parades in the country. Red foods and drinks are traditionally served on Juneteenth, symbolizing resilience and perseverance. Learn more at visitmilwaukee.org.

Jul 16 Tosa Greek Fest The annual Greek Fest in Wauwatosa has returned. Enjoy a gyro right off the rotisserie, watch the Godfather of Saganaki set your cheese on fire and enjoy other Greek favorites. There will be entertainment to go along with the food-- traditional Greek dancers, face painting, and caricature drawings. Learn more on visitmilwaukee.org.

Jul 17 Weird Fest Enjoy funky foods, weird beer, and live music. Weird costumes are encouraged. In addition to beer, of course, there will be Mondo Lucha wrestling, live music, food, street performers, face painters, vendors, and more at the free festival. Learn more at visitmilwaukee.org.

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FOUR APPS

to help you save money for FREE 1. MINT Mint tracks your expenses and places them in budget categories. It syncs many accounts: checking and savings, credit cards, loans, investments and bills. You can also set limits, and Mint lets you know if you’re approaching those limits.

2. GOODBUDGET Goodbudget is more about planning for your finances than tracking previous transactions. This app is based on the envelope budgeting system helping you portion out your monthly income toward specific spending categories.

3. EVERYDOLLAR This apps offers a zero-based budgeting framework that’s simpler than many other apps. You can manually enter incoming and outgoing money throughout the month. Also, you can categorize line items and set reminders.

4. PERSONAL CAPITAL This is primarily an investment tool, but its app includes features helpful for budgeters looking to track their spending. You can connect and monitor checking, savings and credit card accounts, IRAs, 401(k)s, mortgages and loans.

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Education Trends

Education has always been one of the leading factors in shaping the future.

We have seen a revolution of sorts in education, with new and unconventional approaches that include collaborative learning, doing away with traditional classrooms, and encouraging harnessing of information from various sources. Check out our list of top education trends to look forward to this year.

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1 Technology & Software Technology and software share knowledge with students directly.

Software can be used to help with writing essays or solving math problems, allowing them to learn faster and better than teachers can aid with.

2 Gamification

Gamification is poised to have a bigger impact than the internet did.

Video games are more engaging and effective at teaching than traditional methods, but it is important to start using them as learning tools.

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EVENTS Aug 8 Wisconsin State Fair The nearly 200-acre Fair Park is a year-round entertainment venue hosting events, activities and meetings throughout the four seasons. The mission of Wisconsin State Fair Park is to provide a leading year-round venue for agricultural, sports, entertainment, cultural and educational events, providing positive economic impact and social benefits to Wisconsin, ultimately moving the state FORWARD. Learn more at visitmilwaukee.org.

Oct 8 PridetoberFest Celebrate Pride with us! Dress up for Oktoberfest or join us in any fashion you desire. We will have two nights of drinks, dancing, costumes, and prizes. Pride is all year round not just for June! Plus the weather is much nicer in the Fall. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Dec 3 Santa Claus Sightings in Milwaukee Santa can also be spotted in his outdoor gingerbread house at the Historic Third Ward’s Christmas in the Ward. Afterward, experience an old-fashioned Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Catalano Square, see live reindeer, go on horse-drawn carriage rides, and enjoy live music and holiday shopping! Learn more at visitmilwaukee.org.

Dec 14 Holiday Lights Festival With holiday light displays, hundreds of wreaths, a variety of animated sculptures, and tons of activities, there is something enchanting for everyone. Learn more at visitmilwaukee.org.

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MKE LGBT COMMUNITY CENTER The Milwaukee LGBT Community Center delivers educational, health promotion, and community-building services that meet the needs of LGBT youth, adults, and their allies in the Greater Milwaukee area from its primary facility and other sites.

WWW.MKELGBT.ORG | (414) 271-2656 PFLAG MILWAUKEE PFLAG promotes the health and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered persons, their families and friends through: support, to cope with an adverse society; education, to enlighten an ill-informed public; and advocacy, to end discrimination and to secure equal civil rights. MILWAUKEE-PFLAG.ORG | (414) 299-9198 DIVERSE & RESILIENT At Diverse & Resilient, we see a future in which lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people in Wisconsin thrive, living healthy, satisfying lives in safe, supportive communities. DIVERSEANDRESILIENT.ORG | (414) 390-0444 WISCONSIN LGBT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The award-winning Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce is an organization of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and LGBT-allied businesses, corporations and professionals throughout the state of Wisconsin focused on being a strong pro-fairness business community. WISLGBTCHAMBER.COM | (414) 678-9275 HMONG AMERICAN WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION We are PROUD to be the only Southeast Asian women, Queer-fem-led grassroots social justice advocacy organization in Milwaukee, WI that is dedicated to the liberation of Southeast Asian women, girls, Queer and Trans people.

WWW.HAWAMKE.ORG | (414) 930-9352

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3 Virtual Reality

Students get to experience being in a place they have never been to before.

VR Headsets Learning provides an immersive experience for students, who can learn everything they need right inside the classroom.

4 TEDx Learning Style

A TEDx learning style can capture students’ interest in learning more.

The TEDx learning style uses the power of technology, innovation, and collaboration to make knowledge accessible in a unique way.

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Student-controlled

This is a method for teaching that lets students learn at their own pace.

This allows students to select their coursework and move through a course as quickly or slowly as they would like.

6 Interactive Blackboards This is considered a must-have by teachers and students.

By linking tablets or smartboards to projectors, the interactive blackboard creates a surface that can be written on by a pen or stylus.

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APARTMENT LIVING Vantage on the Park .................................................................................................... 3 BAKERY Blooming Lotus Gourmet Bakery ...................................................... back inside cover BANKING Northwestern Mutual .................................................................................................. 17 BEAUTY SCHOOL Empire Beauty Schools ............................................................................................... 17 BOWLING Landmark Lanes ......................................................................................................... 11 BREWERY Gathering Place Brewing Company ........................................................................... 17 CATERING Tall Guy and a Grill Catering ..................................................................................... 13 CHIROPRACTOR The Point Chiropractic ............................................................................................... 13 EDUCATION University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee ............................................................................ 3 GERMAN DINING Mader’s ........................................................................................................................ 2 HEALTH Milwaukee Regional Medical Center ............................................. back outside cover INTERIOR DESIGN Nicolas Carl ............................................................................................................. 8-9 LGBT CENTER MKE LGBT Community Center .................................................................................. 11 LIFE INSURANCE Insurance Center of Milwaukee .................................................................................... 1 PLUMBING Milwaukee Plumbing & Piping Inc. .............................................................................. 3 REAL ESTATE Homestead Realty ....................................................................................... front cover ZOO Milwaukee County Zoo ................................................................................................ 2

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