We love Chicago, but it’s also nice to get away every now and then. Find the best weekend excursions and getaways in Chicago and beyond.
There are located near Chicago that serve as popular destinations for those seeking a serene escape by the lake. These charming lake-bound towns offer a peaceful atmosphere, with the shimmering water reflecting a warm g...
Some would describe Mackinac Island as the for a rom-com backdrop: the car-free island is adorned with cream buildings sprinkled with pastel signages; steel lampposts garnished with bouquets of bougainvilleas; smoothly...
An incredible array of as the hottest months of the year draw ever closer. While there's loads to do in Chicago, you're prepared to travel a little out of our urban jungle, the historic Illinois State Fair in Spring...
If you're a Chicagoan traveling internationally, we have some insight for you in this . You may think that since your U.S. passport hasn't expired, it can be used for international travel, and you're good to go on your...
When one thinks of camping, it's of pitching a tent in a field, forest, or some other in an attempt to escape the hassle of urban life. Those days spent finding the appropriate floor space, fitting the tent frame, knoc...
It’s the time in Chicago when our clothes become soaked, and our skin perspires—not even a breeze can save us from the humid air that swallows us when we step outside. Luckily, we are cornered by the third-largest lake...
Now that summer is here, florals are sprawling at the city's edges, and luscious foliage is painting the city green. While there's so much to do in the city, from sipping to devouring a delicious , sometimes we crave a...
When you wander down the cobblestone sidewalks of Holland, Michigan—lined with local shops, galleries, eateries, and brew pubs—it will be easy to forget that you’re not only in the States but only a few hours away from...
While there may be a wealth of authentic , none will ever match the experience of dining just steps away from the Trevi Fountain or round the corner from the largest ancient amphitheater ever built. Luckily for keen...
The wildly popular have attracted tens of thousands to Wisconsin's Geneva National Resort for years offering guests an astounding array of ice-carved activities and attractions in a life-size frozen playground created...