Article: WEEKEND AWAY; Destination: Lake Geneva, Wis.(TRAVEL)

Byline: Kathryn Schneider

Special to the Star Tribune

Long a haven for Chicago's rich and famous, Lake Geneva is known as much for its ritzy clientele as its family atmosphere. Chicago bigwigs Hugh Hefner, the Wrigley family and Oprah have all called Lake Geneva home away from home. Locals say they hear about lavish, star-studded parties on the lake. Not invited? There's plenty to do in town. Broad and Main Streets offer the obligatory tourist shops peddling "shut up and fish" T-shirts next to upscale gourmet food boutiques displaying $100 bottles of Champagne. But what really makes the trip is the stunning lake. Mansions decorate the shoreline, ...

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