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THE BOISE GUIDE — 5-MINUTE HOTLIST (July 1st)
✨ Your cheat sheet to Boise from Katie at @theboiseguide​

Happy July! I've rounded up a few things I'm excited about this week—from new restaurants and unique experiences to fun finds and local favorites. I hope you find something to add to your summer bucket list! ☀️

🍔 New burger + whiskey spot on the Boise Greenbelt!

Boise has a new burger spot to add to your list! Ground Rules just opened in Garden City with smashed burgers, crispy fries, frozen drinks, whiskey-forward cocktails, and a fun patio that's perfect for summer.

It's from the same team behind Descanso and Spitfire and is located at The Boardwalk.

→ Take a look inside the new spot​

⚽ VIP Tour of the Boise Athletic Club

I recently got a tour of Athletic Club Boise and learned so many fun facts about Idaho's first professional soccer team.

From tickets starting at just $10 to one of the highest-quality playing surfaces in the world, there's a lot more to this club than meets the eye.

Plus, a women's professional team is coming next year!

​→ Take the behind-the-scenes tour​

🕯️Elevated date night experience

If you're looking for a date night that feels like an experience, El Gaucho is hard to beat. Think live piano music, tableside Caesar salads and Bananas Foster, incredible steaks, and all the little touches that make a celebration feel extra special.

Perfect for anniversaries, birthdays, or any excuse to dress up and enjoy a memorable night out. We celebrated buying a new house and this was the perfect spot!

​→ See our full date night experience ​

🍦Ice Cream spots you need to try before summer is over

Boise summer = ice cream season!

Here are a few spots to add to your summer bucket list, including soft serve, homemade scoops, local favorites, and the iconic ice cream potato at Westside Drive In.

Boise has some really fun dessert spots once the weather warms up ☀️

​→ See all 6 ice cream spots​

♨️ Traditional Finnish Sauna Experience

I finally tried @sisuidaho and now I totally get the hype.

Their contrast therapy combines a traditional Finnish sauna with cold plunges for a relaxing (and definitely challenging!) experience that leaves you feeling refreshed.

Whether you go solo or with friends, it's such a unique way to slow down and reset.

​→ Come along for my first Sisu experience​

🏨 5 Unique Stays in Boise, Idaho

Looking for a unique place to stay in Boise? 👀

From sleeping inside a giant Idaho potato to watching a hockey game from your hotel room, Boise has some cool one-of-a-kind stays. Whether you're planning a staycation or hosting out-of-town guests, these are a few of my favorite places to book.

​→ See all 5 unique Boise stays​

Thanks for reading! Feel free to forward this to a friend who loves Boise 💌

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Whether you’re a visitor, a local, or just someone who loves finding the coolest spots (hi, same ✋), this guide is going to be your new go-to.
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I'm talking 70+ pages PACKED with all the things. Basically, it’s like having me in your pocket, giving you tips every step of the way. 😉

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Your Boise Guide,

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Katie

The Boise Guide

Katie Williams

Your go-to for what’s actually worth doing in Boise, Idaho. Each week I send a quick 5-minute cheat sheet with events, new spots, and local finds I’m loving.

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